ACS2760 - Auditing A - 2017

This unit introduces auditing covering the responsibilities, functions and qualities of the auditor. The unit reviews the audit process from planning to the completion of the audit and includes the going concern concept; fraud and error; audit evidence; engagement and planning; internal controls and substantive procedures; completion of the audit and special audit investigations. The tests of control and substantive tests performed on the following business cycles are also included: revenue and receipts; acquisitions and payments; inventory and production; payroll and personnel.

The learning objectives associated with this unit are to:

1. apply the general principles of auditing, the responsibilities, functions and qualities of the auditor and illustrate knowledge of a proper background to auditing in a simulated practical scenario
2. explain and describe the audit process from planning to the completion of the audit, assess audit risk and determine materiality
3. describe all the relevant issues regarding the going concern concept and reliance on other parties, and apply this knowledge to various simulated practical situations/in various audits
4. describe and examine internal controls in the context of external auditing, and apply this knowledge to simulated practical situations and to make recommendations in that regard
5. apply tests of control and substantive testing to the business cycles
6. apply critical thinking, problem solving and presentation skills to individual and/or group activities dealing with auditing and demonstrate in an individual summative assessment ask the acquisition of a comprehensive understanding of the topics covered in ACS2760.

Within semester assessment: 40% + Examination: 60%

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

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Ms Michelle Vermeulen

Students must have passed ACS1000, ACS1002 and ACS2700 or equivalent before undertaking this unit.