The Internal Auditing Handbook
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Rating | : | 4.45 (540 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0470848634 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 802 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2013-07-29 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The key role of auditors in corporate governance is discussed and a new focus is provided on risk management. The second edition also examines the elevation of the status of the internal auditor from CIA to director of internal auditing and focuses on increased expectations from boards and audit committees. This new edition of the Internal Auditing Handbook will prove to be an indispensable reference for both new and experienced auditors, as well as business managers, members of audit committees, control and compliance teams, and all those who may have an interest in promoting corporate governance.. It includes a new set of professional audit
The developing scope of the new corporate auditor's work is reflected in the diverse material that is contained in the book. Spencer Pickett covers the conventional audit topics as well as many specialist areas such as computer audit, fraud investigations, value for money, managing change and establishing an audit function. New material includes: the new definition of internal audit issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), a new set of professional auditing standards, new focus on risk management, the key role of auditors in corporate governance, and more emphasis on professionalism. The new edition will also have strong international dimension with coverage of key developments in audit, governance, risk management and c