Independent Reviews: Reporting and Finalisation
The work is not finished until the report is right. This session explains how to properly finalise an independent review and issue a correct, defensible review report.
2 CPD units February 17, 2026 1 presenter
What will set you apart
By completing this course you will gain the following competencies
- What must be completed before finalising an independent review
- How review findings affect the final conclusion
- The structure and key elements of an independent review report
- How to deal with misstatements and unresolved issues
- When and how to modify a review conclusion
- Documentation requirements at the reporting stage
- Common reporting mistakes and how to avoid them
Event breakdown
- Final review procedures before reporting
- Evaluating review findings
- Assessing misstatements and adjustments
- Forming the review conclusion
- Structure of the independent review report
- Modified conclusions and when they apply
- Reporting responsibilities and wording
- Final documentation and file completion
- Common reporting errors and risk
Category: Assurance & reportingType: CPD CourseCPD category: Independent Review
Description
Finalising an independent review is more than ticking boxes and issuing a report. This session focuses on the final stages of the independent review process, with specific attention to reporting and conclusion. Delegates will learn how to evaluate review findings, assess misstatements, and decide whether the conclusion should be modified. The session explains the structure and wording of the independent review report in clear, practical terms, aligned with professional standards. It also highlights common errors that lead to regulatory findings or professional risk. Designed for practitioners performing independent reviews, this session helps ensure that the work performed is properly reflected in the final report. By the end of the session, delegates will be able to finalise independent reviews with confidence and clarity.
Presenters
Eszter Rapanos
You will earn a certificate
On successful completion you will receive a certificate for 2 CPD units in Independent Review.
Requirements
- Laptop, desktop, or mobile device with internet access
- Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox browser