Course Information
Government Auditing – Green Book: 2. Risk Assessment and Control Activities
Course Information
| Title: | Government Auditing – Green Book: 2. Risk Assessment and Control Activities |
|---|---|
| Category: | Accounting and Auditing |
| Field of Study: | Auditing - Governmental |
| Course Code: | A019-0433 |
| CPE Credits: | 5.0 |
| Price: | 43.95 |
Description
Description:
Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government, known as the “Green Book,” sets the standards for an effective internal control system for federal agencies. This course covers the risk assessment and control activities, as discussed within the GAO Green Book. Management of any governmental agency should assess the risks facing its organization as it seeks to achieve the organization’s objectives. This assessment will provide the basis for developing appropriate risk responses. Control activities are the actions management establishes through policies and procedures to achieve objectives and respond to risks, which includes actions to address risks associated with the entity’s information system.
Delivery Method: Online Interactive Self Study
Level: Overview
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: None
Course Details
Category: Accounting and Auditing
Field of Study: Auditing - Governmental
Passing Score: 70%
Publication Date: 02/09/2021
Technical Details: Government Auditing is a technical field of study.
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Objectives
Objectives:
Chapter 1 An Overview of Internal Controls 1. Recall the definition of internal control and systems of internal control. 2. Recognize the 3 main categories of an entity’s objectives. 3. Identify the 5 main components and their 17 principles of the GAO’s framework of internal controls. Chapter 2 Risk Assessment 1. Recognize how to apply the GAO Green Book standards for risk assessment. 2. Identify the 4 principles present in an effective risk assessment process per the GAO Green Book standards. 3. Recognize how to define objectives and risk tolerances. 4. Recognize the possible risk responses. Chapter 3 Federal Cybersecurity Risk Management Programs 1. Identify the common control activities used to address cyber risks to information security. 2. Recognize the application of GAO’s Green Book standards to address cyber threats to an organization’s information security. Chapter 4 Control Activities 1. Recognize how to apply the GAO’s Green Book standards as it relates to the con
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Profession
NASBA: Yes
QAS: Yes
CPA: Suitable for all CPAs
IRS: No IRS credit for Enrolled Agents.
Profession Identifiers: CPA