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Save the Date: 2026 Global Student Conference

April 19 - 21, 2026 • Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Convention Center • Orlando, Florida

Be a part of the momentum and consider sponsoring your local students and educators to attend! Learn more about sponsorship opportunities or contributing to the Foundation’s GSC Travel Grants and Talent Pipeline Campaign.

Check back soon for registration details. We can’t wait to welcome you to Orlando next April!

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Global Student Conference

Student Eligibility

This conference is best suited for undergrad and graduate students who:

  • Have taken a course or module in internal auditing and/or
  • Have completed an internal audit internship or gained practical work experience and/or
  • Are eager to learn more about the internal audit profession.

Highlights for Students

College students are the Next Gen of the internal audit profession. This conference provides the chance to:

  • Participate in an interactive case study competition with exciting prizes, sharpening your skills for real-world challenges.
  • Access resume-building and certification resources, along with personalized career guidance from industry experts.
  • Network with 400+ leading internal audit professionals, industry leaders, and fellow students from around the world, expanding your career horizons.
  • Build your confidence, develop your leadership abilities, master essential skills, and explore diverse career paths within internal audit.
  • Gain insights into emerging trends and future opportunities in internal audit, preparing you for a successful career.

Educator Opportunities

Educators play a vital role in shaping the future of the profession. This conference offers:

  • A dedicated session track featuring innovative teaching methods.
  • Best practices to enhance internal audit curriculum and pedagogy.
  • Insights into current trends shaping the field of internal audit.
  • Resources and connections to academic and professional materials.
  • Opportunities to engage face-to-face with peers and industry leaders, fostering collaboration and idea sharing.

Student registration

Members save 50% when registered by March 22, 2026

  • $49* USD (Member early rate)
  • $99 USD (Member regular rate)
  • $99 USD (Non-member early rate)
  • $149 USD (Non-member regular rate)
In-person only

Educator registration

Members save 17% when registered by March 22, 2026

  • $239* USD (Member early rate)
  • $289 USD (Member regular rate)
  • $289 USD (Non-member early rate)
  • $339 USD (Non-member regular rate)
In-person only

Groups

In-person only
  • Groups of 3 to 9 save 5%
  • Groups of 10+ save 10%
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2026 GSC hotel location

Discover a world where life slows to a leisurely pace and worries melt away amidst Calypso rhythms. Awash with vibrant colors and lush landscapes, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort transports Guests to a relaxing paradise that captures the essence of 5 distinct islands: Barbados, Jamaica, Martinique, Trinidad and Aruba. Celebrate the spirit of the Caribbean with blissful sights and fun-filled activities—including colonial forts, lively markets, pristine beaches, splashy florals and swaying hammocks—sure to awaken the imagination

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Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
1114 Cayman Way, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
(407) 939-4686

About Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

 

Experience the charm of Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, where vibrant island theming, relaxing lagoons, and convenient on-property transportation create an ideal home base for your GSC experience. Enjoy modern guest rooms, easy access to dining and amenities, and the unique atmosphere only Disney can deliver.

Make a room reservation

 

Cutoff Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
The cutoff date for the group room block is the last day to reserve at the negotiated rate. However, the block may sell out before the cutoff date, so attendees are encouraged to book early to secure the group rate and preferred accommodations.

Sponsors & Exhibitors

This conference is held in tandem with the 2026 Leadership Academy, providing many opportunities to network and engage with audit leaders and key decision-makers across a variety of industries. A variety of exhibit and sponsorship opportunities are still available for the 2026 Global Student Conference.

For information about sponsor and exhibitor opportunities, please contact Sponsorships@theiia.org.​

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