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Seminar on Internal Audit Planning

Overview

The Japan Management Association (JMA), based in Shibuya, Tokyo, is delighted to announce an upcoming seminar titled "Creating Internal Audit Plans Using a Risk-Based Approach", scheduled for November 25, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. This event will take place in a hybrid format, allowing participants to join either on-site in Tokyo or online via Zoom.

Internal audit quality is determined at the planning stage. With limited human resources and time, identifying risks accurately and establishing effective audit plans is a common challenge faced by many organizations. This seminar will be led by Yuji Shimada, a former audit manager at Tokyo Gas, who will share practical insights and examples. Attendees will gain knowledge that enhances the value of their audit departments by considering the latest trends, including the use of Generative AI and Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAAT).

Key Highlights of the Seminar

1. Understanding Next-Generation Audit Approaches: Participants will learn about audit planning that incorporates modern techniques like Generative AI and agile auditing methodologies. This training is tailored for the digital age, providing insights into advanced auditing strategies.

2. Strategic Audit Planning Based on Risk Approach: Attendees will systematically acquire the skills necessary to create audit plans that are grounded in a risk-based approach. This includes everything from theme selection to resource allocation and team organization.

3. Practical Guidance from Experienced Instructor: Yuji Shimada, an expert with extensive field experience, will offer hands-on instruction. Each participant will receive a copy of his book, "Practical Guide to Internal Auditing" as materials for the seminar.

Goals of Participation

By attending this seminar, participants will:

• - Develop the skills to construct annual internal audit plans based on a risk approach.
• - Understand the elements and content that should be included in their internal audit plans.
• - Identify potential audit themes for their upcoming internal audit processes.

Program Schedule

• - Introduction
• - Significance of Audit Planning
• - Risk Approach and Audit Plans
• - Key Points for Developing Audit Plans Using a Risk Approach
• - Future Challenges in Internal Auditing
• - Q&A Session

All attendees will receive a complimentary copy of Yuji Shimada’s book, which will also be used as part of the curriculum.

Instructor Profile

Yuji Shimada is a visiting researcher at the Toyo University Industrial Technology Research Institute and a certified Internal Auditor and Information Systems Auditor. He served as a manager in the Information Systems Audit Group at Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd. and has extensive experience in IT, auditing, and finance departments. Shimada is a published author of several books, including "Introduction to Internal Auditing" and has been involved in higher education for many years.

Additionally, JMA accepts requests for on-site training sessions. For more information, please contact us directly.

Event Overview

• - Title: Understanding Internal Audit Planning Using a Risk-Based Approach
• - Date and Time: November 25, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• - Format: Hybrid (On-site or Online via Zoom)
• - Participation Fee: ¥30,800 for JMA members / ¥38,500 for non-members
• - More Info and Registration:

- In-person: Register Here
- Online: Register Here

About the Japan Management Association

Since its establishment in 1949, the JMA has been committed to the modernization and efficiency of management in Japan. The organization promotes harmonization between management, humanity, and science to foster a sustainable society.

For further inquiry, please contact:

• - Email: [email protected]
• - Phone: 03-6632-7140

Official Website: Japan Management Association