The Data Detective: Actionable Analytics & AI for All

Join us for Data Analytics training! This hands-on training will teach actionable data analytics and AI techniques that anyone can implement. You will learn the basics (and not-so-basics!) of Excel’s Power Query, as well as the basics of using artificial intelligence in internal audit.

Learning Objectives:

• How to perform data analytics in all steps of the audit process 
• The essentials of Power Query - what it is and how to start using it.
•  Practical methods for integrating AI tools into all phases of the audit
• How to structure AI prompts in an effective and efficient way.

Session Outline:

• Data Analytics Through the Audit
  • Understand what analytics can be performed in audit planning
  • Use planning analytics to drive testing strategy in fieldwork
  • Identify "quick win" data analytics that can improve all parts of the audit process.
• Power Query aka “Get and Transform” 
  • Improve your efficiency with an understanding of Power Query.
  • Learn the basics of Power Query and start saving time on analytics!
• AI in all Phases of the Audit
  • Develop strategies for using AI in audit planning, including identifying audit objectives, defining scope, and selecting appropriate AI tools and algorithms.
  • Learn how AI-generated insights can enhance audit reports.
• Prompt Engineering for Better Results
  • Structure prompts using clear actions, context, and constraints.
  • Refine prompts iteratively to improve accuracy and relevance.
  • Standardize prompt approaches for consistency and quality

Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 (RESCHEDULED DATE)

Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CST

Speakers: Elizabeth McDowell, Audit Forward

Location: 8400 Tower, 5600 W 84th St, Minneapolis, MN 55437 (Normandale Lake Office Park)

CPE credits: 8 NASBA CPE credits awarded upon participation and completion of the event.

Price: 

• Member: $350
• Non-Member $400