Policy Category 3: Work Standards and Quality Development

Policy Category 3: Work Standards and Quality Development

7. Competency Policy

  • Internal auditors shall perform only those engagements for which they have sufficient knowledge, skills, and experience.
  • They must continuously develop their professional knowledge, competence, proficiency, and quality of service.

8. Due Professional Care Policy

  • Auditors must perform their work with due care and exercise sound professional judgment.
  • They must take into account the complexity of the engagement, the level of risk, and the potential impact on the University when conducting an audit.

9. Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP)

  • Internal Assessments must be conducted regularly through an annual self-assessment.
  • External Assessments must be conducted by an external party once every five years.
  • The Unit is committed to continuous Improvement, such as supporting professional certification examinations, adopting technology, and reviewing work processes.