Rotterdam School of Business and Public Policy

Executive Education · Finance

Risk-Based Auditing Practices

Focus audit resources through risk profiling, effective planning and technology.

Programme overview

Build your professional perspective.

Participants will develop skills to apply risk-based approaches in tax audits, focusing resources where non-compliance risks are highest. The course includes practical sessions on risk profiling, audit planning, and the use of technology such as AI and big data in audit operations.

Illustrative executive discussion in a professional learning setting.

Learning outcomes

What you will work towards.

  1. Strengthen skills in risk-based audit approaches.
  2. Learn how to prioritize taxpayers based on compliance risk.
  3. Apply audit planning, execution, and follow-up methods.
  4. Explore use of technology in tax audits.

Programme outline

Explore the key topics.

  • Principles of Risk- Based Auditing
  • Risk Profiling of Taxpayers and Industries
  • Audit Methodologies: Desk, Field, Forensic Audits
  • Technology in Tax Audits: Big Data, AI, Automation
  • Case Study: Conducting a Risk-Based Audit

Your next step

Plan your participation.

Ask about availability, programme arrangements or attending with colleagues.

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