Continuing Professional Development (CPD) policy for IDI Certified SAI Compliance, Financial, and Performance Auditors

Join us for the PESA Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Launch Events!

The IDI is excited to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our 373 PESA Graduates, including those joining the community in August 2024. As part of our commitment to fostering continued professional growth, we are introducing the Continuing Professional Development Portfolio for Certified SAI Auditors.  

We invite you to be part of our PESA Open House virtual interactions on 20 and 22 August 2024 to learn more about this innovative opportunity. This is a chance to celebrate our new graduates and explore PESA CPD policy that will enhance their professional journey. 

Open House Sessions (Dates and Times):  

• 20 August: 8:00 – 9:30 AM (Oslo time) – Register for the meeting here
• 22 August: 16:00 – 17:30 (Oslo time) – Register for the meeting here 

What can you expect during the open house session?

During these sessions, participants will gain insights into the advantages of completing the CPD Portfolio, which is an essential component for any SAI Auditor aiming to stay at the forefront of the field. 

Upcoming In-Person CPD Opportunities 

In response to feedback from our PESA SAI Auditors and Graduates, IDI is thrilled to announce in-person CPD opportunities in Pretoria, South Africa, from October 16-18, 2024. This pilot program aims to create valuable in-person peer interactions, focusing on deeper discussions of key concepts and issues in SAI auditing. 

What Will PESA Graduates Gain? 

Attending the PESA CPD activities will offer: 

• Earn CPD Hours:  Fulfill your annual CPD requirements to maintain your SAI Auditor certification. 

• Expert Speakers: Learn from leading professionals in SAI auditing. 

• Networking Opportunities: Connect and engage with your peers to share experiences and insights. 

• Practical Knowledge: Enhance your expertise with the latest tools, techniques, and updates in auditing standards. 

Limited Seats Available! 

Please note that this exclusive in-person event is limited to 50 seats. Applications will be processed based on the order they are received, with a limit of 5 participants per SAI. Should circumstances permit, we may adjust this limit to accommodate more participants. 

Best of all, IDI is pleased to offer this in-person interaction and CPD free of charge. However, SAIs will be responsible for travel and accommodation costs for their selected participants. 

Join Us! 

Don’t miss this opportunity to further your professional development and celebrate your peers. We encourage you to attend our Open Houses on 20 and 22 August 2024 to learn more about the PESA CPD and its exciting opportunities for all PESA Graduates. 

We look forward to seeing you there! 

The INTOSAI Development Initiative is delighted to announce that we will launch a new round of the Professional Education for SAI Auditors (PESA). PESA is a professional education and certification initiative that aims to create a critical mass of SAI audit professionals with competencies to add value to the SAI’s professionalisation journey. It provides opportunities for education, assessment and reflection in partnership with the SAI. The syllabus is based on INTOSAI’s Competency Framework.

To learn more about PESA, come and join us in the following Open Houses:

Open House 1 – 8 March 2023 at 7:00 am Oslo time: https://zoom.us/s/95046755260

Open House 2 – 9 March at 3:00 pm Oslo time: https://zoom.us/s/96588350284

Please visit our PESA website for any updates https://www.idi.no/work-streams/professional-sais/pesa-p

What is the latest on IDIs support for SAIs towards ISSAI implementation and professionalization?

The SAIs journey towards ISSAI implementation and professionalization starts with a professionally educated audit workforce. IDI’s Professional Education for SAI Auditors – PESA Pilot is a competency-based education initiative for SAI auditors (financial, performance, and compliance). For the development of digital education for the PESA Pilot, the IDI has formed a partnership with an eLearning provider (CNK Management Ltd.) in Hyderabad, India. A five-day meeting of PESA Educators for Financial Audit and Compliance Audit with the CNK team took place in  Hyderabad from 9 -13 September. CNK Management Ltd. is training the two groups of PESA educators in the workshop on the type of content required for digital education and will begin work on this content.

To learn more about PESA-P please click here.