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SAS 115, Communicating Internal Control Related Matters Identified in an Audit
Author: Perry M. Henderson, CPA, MPA

Description:
This course discusses the new requirements for auditors to communicate internal control related matters, with emphasis on the changes from previous standards brought on by SAS 115. It focuses on practical and theoretical aspects of defining, identifying and categorizing control deficiencies and on communicating them effectively to management and those charged with governance.

At the conclusion of this course, you should be able to:

  • List the professional requirements of Statement on Auditing Standards No. 115, Communicating Internal Control Related Matters Identified in an Audit  (SAS 115) and how they differ from those of previous Standards.
  • Define the terms “deficiency in internal control,” “significant deficiency,” and “material weakness,” as used in SAS 115.
  • Identify and categorize control deficiencies according to the guidance of SAS 115.
  • Communicate internal control related matters effectively in conformity with  SAS 115.

Course Details:
Price:  $48.00
Field of Study:  Auditing
Prerequisites:  Experience in audit planning and fieldwork, familiarity with the previous standards, SAS 60 and SAS 112.
Level:  Intermediate
Advanced Preparation:  None
Course was last updated on:  07/24/09
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Library:
Learning Center Core
Accounting and Audit

Technical Requirements:
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Credit Available For: Units
CPE 3.0 CPE
QAS 3.0 CPE

Note: Recommended CPE credit is based on a 50-minute hour. Participants earning credits for states that require self-study to be based on a 100-minute hour will receive half the recommended CPE credits for successful completion of this course.

Since Continuing Professional Education requirements vary from state to state and are subject to change without notice, please contact your state board of accountancy for information on your CPE requirements and the applicability of this course to meet those specifications.

User Reviews
Reviewer: steven f. submitted on 01/09/2010
Current relevance and compare/contrast to SAS 112
Reviewer: Tony M. submitted on 12/31/2009
Logical presentation of material
Reviewer: Julia G. submitted on 12/31/2009
clarity of material
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