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Introduction to Internal Control

Practical Guidance

Created byArun Mathur
IntermediateUpdated Jan 19, 2022

What You'll Learn

  • check_circleComponents, relationship with Governance
  • check_circleAbsence of internal control
  • check_circleWarning signs – in each accounting system component
  • check_circleUsing the COSO framework and its challenges
  • check_circleInternal control limitations
  • check_circleCanadian auditing standards

About This Course

This course provides practical guidance on evaluating and improving internal control systems in any organization. It updates CPA members on internal control standards and frameworks, and explores key topics including fraud prevention, the Sarbanes Oxley legislation, COSO, Canadian auditing standards and assertions, and practice inspection findings on internal control evaluation in Canada. CPAs will gain practical knowledge and will be able to lead on internal control issues in their organizations.

The main components of Internal Control will be outlined, including Operations, Financial Reporting, and Compliance. Internal Control evaluation will be explored, as well as control activities and processes that can be put into place. 

Topics Covered: Components of internal control Absence of effective internal control systems Warning signs of problems Canadian auditing standards and audit assertions SOX and Canadian SEC requirements Findings of Public Companies Audit Oversight Board Canadian Practice Inspection Findings

Course Content

2 activities • 12 videos • duration: 1h 40m

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Video-Part112 videos • 1.7 hours
  • videocamPart 1 - Welcome
    Duration 3:26
  • videocamPart 2 - COVID-19
    Duration 4:14
  • videocamPart 3 - Introduction
    Duration 5:22
  • videocamPart 4 - Fraud Prevention
    Duration 13:43
  • videocamPart 5 - Fraud Themes
    Duration 5:08
  • videocamPart 6 - Fraud Examiner's Report
    Duration 10:05
  • videocamPart 7 - Sarbanes Oxley
    Duration 12:09
  • videocamPart 8 - COSO
    Duration 15:57
  • videocamPart 9 - Canadian Auditing Standards and Assertions
    Duration 13:08
  • videocamPart 10 - PCAOB and CPAB
    Duration 3:56
  • videocamPart 11 - Conclusion
    Duration 7:50
  • videocam2022 Message from Arun (optional)
    Duration 5:56
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Quiz-Part11 quiz

Your Instructor

Arun Mathur

Lead Instructor, FCPA, FCA

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Arun Mathur, FCPA, FCA, LPA has over 35 years of teaching and corporate training experience. He is a retired Partner at Gerald Duthie & Co. LLP, where he provided professional services to a diverse group of clients. Arun is also Owner and Lead Instructor at UltimQuest Knowledge Inc., offering corporate training on improving governance, ethics, internal control, performance measurement and related topics. He provides live and online training through CPA bodies across Canada and Bermuda. Arun served for several years on the Board for HealthForce Ontario Marketing and Recruitment Agency, and was also Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee there and for the Trillium Gift of Life Network. He has served on the CMA Ontario's Review Committee prior to the merger as well.

Credit Information

Professional development requirements vary by profession, country, and regulatory body. Before enrolling, review the course details and confirm that the content, learning format, and any listed credits meet your specific requirements. You are responsible for confirming eligibility with your regulator or professional association and keeping the records required for reporting.

What Students Are Saying

4.4 out of 5
Student's Choice
999 reviews
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    Andrew M.
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    The audio seems a bit low/soft spoken, but was articulate and easy to understand.

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    Corey E.
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    great course, very informative

  • TM
    Tomas M.
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    Great structured layout of Internal Controls and their relationship with auditing. Very useful insights.

  • MK
    Marlene K.
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    Covers a lot of territory but well presented and informative

Frequently Asked Questions

We are a registered provider with 300+ associations and regulatory bodies worldwide. We operate across 27 global markets including Canada, the US, Australia, and the UK. Every course page clearly displays its specific accreditations. Upon completion, you receive a professional certificate that can be validated online. Our certificates include all necessary accreditation details, credit hours, and completion dates, and are formatted specifically to meet the submission requirements of most global regulatory bodies.

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