Advanced Auditing and Assurance

Course overview

Advanced Auditing and Assurance develops professional judgment in complex audit and assurance situations. You will examine how risk, evidence, ethics and regulation influence engagement decisions and reporting.

What you will study

Topics include assurance engagements, the regulatory framework, ethical considerations, audit-practice management, evaluation and review, related services, forensic accounting, conclusions and contemporary issues.

How to study

Work through the course sections in order and check which resources are available. Read the relevant material before attempting practice activities. Keep a record of difficult topics and questions to discuss with your instructor.

Preparing for assessments

Before attempting an assessment, read its instructions, time limit and mark allocation. Show your reasoning or workings clearly, check your answers, and use feedback to guide your revision.