The BDO Malta Internal Audit Forum is a premier event where senior executives and professionals in the financial services sector will gather to explore the evolving role of internal audit in driving organisational success.
This forum will cover key issues such as leveraging Internal Audit for value creation, risk management, and the application of AI in audit processes, providing valuable insights into how Internal Audit can make a significant impact.
Key topics
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Leveraging Internal Audit Insights for Strategic Value Creation
Explore how organisations can utilise insights from Internal Audit to drive strategic decisions and enhance overall business value.
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Adopting an ‘Antifragile’ Approach to Navigate Uncertainty
Understand how Non-Executive Directors, Chief Compliance Officers, and Chief Risk Officers can collaborate with Internal Audit to develop resilience and thrive in uncertain environments.
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Applying AI in Internal Audit
Discover the latest advancements in AI and how they can be applied to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Internal Audit functions.
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From Compliance to Resilience: Internal Audit’s Cyber Mission
Learn how Internal Audit can play a pivotal role in not only ensuring compliance but also in building cyber resilience within organisations.
Agenda
08:15 - 09:00 - Registration and Coffee09:00 - 09:05 - Introduction – BDO Malta CEO, Mr Mark Attard
09:05 - 09:15 - In Focus: BDO Malta Internal Audit Director, Mr Ruban Thangaraja
09:15 - 10:00 - Panel 1: Leveraging Internal Audit Insights for Strategic Value Creation
10:00 - 10:15 - Audience Q&A
10.15 - 10.45 - Coffee Break & Networking
10:45 - 11:30 - Panel 2: Adopting an ‘Antifragile’ Approach to Navigate Uncertainty
11:30 - 11:45 - Audience Q&A
11:45 - 11:55 - In Focus: Applying AI in Internal Audit, BDO Malta Technology Asst Manager, Mr Ben Zahra
11:55 - 12:40 - Panel 3: From Compliance to Resilience: Internal Audit’s Cyber Mission
12:40 - 12:55 - Audience Q&A
13:00 - 14:00 - Lunch & Networking
Who should attend
The BDO Malta Internal Audit Forum is specifically designed for senior executives and professionals in particular Non-Executive Directors, C-Suite officers & Heads or Senior Executives of Internal Audit, Risk Management & ICT Risk Management departments.
CPE Accreditation
The BDO Malta Internal Audit Forum has been accredited with 1.5 hours of structured CPE qualifying under Core and 1 hour of structured CPE qualifying under Professional Development competency as per the Accountancy Board Accreditation Rules. Being an in-person event, attendance is mandatory for attainment of CPE credits. CPE certificates will be sent to attendees once attendance is confirmed. The event is free of charge.
Meet our Speakers
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Mr Ruban Thangaraja - Director of Internal Audit at BDO Malta
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Mr Colin Calleja - Director of Risk at BDO Malta
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Mr Ivan Spiteri - Director of Technology Advisory & Assurance at BDO Malta
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Ms Catherine Galea - Head of Banking Supervision at the MFSA
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Mr Jesmond Mizzi – Non-Executive Director and Audit Committee Chairman at Hili Ventures Limited and Managing Director at Jesmond Mizzi Financial Advisors Limited
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Mr Stefan Tanti – Head of Internal Audit at Sparkasse Bank Malta plc
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Mr Etienne Vella – Senior Internal Audit Manager at APS Bank plc
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Ms Claire Muscat – Chief Risk Officer at Andaria Financial Services Limited
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Ms Joanna Frendo – Chief Compliance Officer and Director at Deriv Investments (Europe) Limited
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Mr Joseph Camilleri – Governor for Funds and Asset Servicing Industry at Finance Malta and Non-Executive Director at Various Institutions
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Ms Ingrid Azzopardi – Head of Internal Audit at Tumas Group
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Mr Antoine Zahra – Chief Information Officer at Lombard Bank Malta plc
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Mr Bernard Mallia – Chief Internal Auditor at Mapfre Middlesea plc
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Mr Giancarlo Millo – Group Chief Internal Auditor at Mizzi Organisation
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Mr Keith Cauchi – Chief Information Security Officer at MeDirect Bank plc