Gain the advanced knowledge and skills that experienced auditors need to conduct the technical aspects of diverse performance audit engagements. Obtain in-depth instruction on select fundamental principles included in our "Basic Governmental Auditing" course that are important to experienced auditors. Explore new areas of expertise commonly expected of experienced audit practitioners, including audit selection, audit protocol, conditions for auditing quickly and key tasks in managing an audit engagement.
Who Should Attend?
Auditors with two to five years experience conducting performance audits; generally at the GS 11 and 12 levels for federal auditors. Level: Intermediate.
Objectives:
Consider risk in selecting subjects for audit
Formulate audit objectives for different types of audits that incorporate the information needs of the intended report users and meet the guidance of auditing standards
Use an illustrative matrix to document the plans for applying a step-by-step process in planning audits to obtain sufficient, appropriate evidence to achieve an audit's objectives
Determine when and how to limit the objectives and scope of an audit to reduce audit cycle-time and quickly satisfy user information needs
Discuss the role of audit protocol within an audit office and in interaction with auditees and requestors
Effectively apply meeting and briefing principles in managing audit engagements
