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Planning Performance Audits
(GS Connect)

September 16 - October 13, 2013
00:01 - 23:59, Four Weeks		Instructor: Padgett Judith$695

Overview:
Learn performance audit planning from audit selection to formulation of audit objectives and selection of scope and methodology. Review and apply a structured approach for using risk assessment in audit selection and for planning audits that parallel project management principles. Explore the basic questions to ask in assessing report user needs, and evaluate resource requirements. Learn the format and content of audit objectives that clearly identify what the audit should accomplish.
  • Online course
  • Four-week 24/7 access to recorded lectures and content
  • Weekly assignments
  • Instructor-facilitated discussion forums
Who Should Attend?
Experienced performance auditors. Level: Intermediate.
Learning Outcomes:
  • Explain the central role of objectives in performance auditing
  • Use risk assessment in audit selection to identify areas of vulnerability and performance improvement for the audit
  • Write objectives that clearly state what the audit is to accomplish, provide direction for planning and field work, facilitate report writing, and meet audit standards
  • Apply an iterative approach to designing audits and prepare written documentation of the design
  • Cite factors to consider in determining staff needs
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    Outline:

    Lesson One: Phases in Conducting Performance Audits

    Lesson Two: Selecting Audit Assignments

    Lesson Three: Survey Phase – Understanding Audited Entity and Internal Controls

    Lesson Four: Planning Phase - Formulating Audit Objectives and Documenting Audit Planning

    Lesson Five: Planning Phase - Selecting Scope and Methodology

    Lesson Six: Determining Staff and Other Resource Needs

    Lesson Seven: Course Summary and Practice Application


    Course Details
    CODE:  AUDT8047A
    TYPE:  Instructor-Supported WBT
    LENGTH:  4 Week(s)
    CREDIT:  1.6 CEU
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