Internal auditing could still be an intriguing topic for beginners. This book attempts to unravel at the surface the IIA’s globally recognized standards and other mandatory requirements that provide a framework for performing internal auditing. Becoming a champion for excellence is an enduring journey!

Internal auditors are now vital members of every medium and large organization because of their objective to bring the improvement in organizational operations and minimize the business risks. The book encompasses all the necessary standards, frameworks and processes required by an internal auditor. It starts with the description of Internal Auditing standard (IPPF), framework, the role of internal audit in governance and risk management followed by Internal audit planning and execution of engagements. It also accentuates the key stages of internal audit reporting and the follow up process for the audit engagements. At the end, it describes the mandatory Quality assessment and improvement process for the interna audit departments. The beauty of the book is that it is less descriptive and more illustrative which not only makes it appealing for the readers but also helps an internal audit professional to memorize the necessary concepts of internal auditing. It is a fantastic endeavor by Omair who is in the internal audit profession for several years and reflects an extract of his sensational experience. This book may serve as a handbook for all beginners and experienced internal auditors. I would highly recommend all the internal auditors to consider the book as an internal audit bible and make it permanent part of their office desks.

What a genius idea to illustrate the whole IPPF in a clear and straightforward manner. Muhammad Omair Arfeen took up the challenge and succeeded in it. He offered the internal audit professionals, and anyone interested in the field, a wonderful infographic presentation of all what a professional is required to know about the profession. Oh, how much the profession needs talented and passionate internal auditors like Omair. All the best and keep going...

“In ‘Be the Internal Audit Champion in 60 Minutes’ Muhammad Omair Arfeen presents an articulate and yet very compact way to understand the professional role of internal audit, and to grasp the fundamentals of the standards and role expectations. The book has been delivered in a format that both new and experienced internal auditors will enjoy to refresh their passion for the profession, and to use it as a quick reference during any phase of audit engagements or departmental improvement agendas. The beautiful visualizations can also be used for educational and promotional discussions with executive management, the audit committee and employees. Having personally worked with Omair in this noble profession, I am delighted to finally see him birthing some of his career-changing ideas through this timely publication. Every internal auditor and aspiring internal auditors deserve a copy!”

Good and simple guidance for internal auditors