Graduate Certificates provide students with the opportunity to deepen their skills in a particular subject. They may be completed at any time while taking Master of Business Administration courses provided the prerequisites are met, or may be completed as a stand-alone certificate.
The credit for a single course cannot be applied to more than one degree or certificate; a course substitution must be approved by the Department Chair.
This course examines auditing and assurance services. The course focuses on the detailed study of the financial statement audit, including professional responsibilities and ethics, audit planning, internal controls, evidence gathering, and audit reports. Assurance services, reviews, and compilations are also covered. Note: Students who completed ACCT320 are not eligible to complete this course and may not use the undergraduate course as a substitution within their graduate program. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.
In addition to gaining an in-depth understanding of the role of the Internal Auditor, this course is designed to prepare the student for the Internal Audit Basics section of the CIA Exam. Topics include: the International Professional Practices Framework, Code of Ethics, Assessing Risk & Internal Controls, Internal Control Frameworks (including COSO), Conducting Internal Audit Engagements, and Audit Tools & Techniques. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.
In addition to gaining an in-depth understanding of how to conduct the various types of internal audit engagements, this course is designed to prepare the student for the Internal Audit Practice section of the CIA exam. Topics include: Managing, Planning and Supervising Internal Audit Engagements, Engagement Information, Communicating Results, Monitoring Progress, Various Types of Internal Audit Engagements, and Fraud Risk & Controls. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.
This course is designed to cover a broad range of internal audit information in addition to preparing the student for the Internal Audit Knowledge Elements section of the CIA exam. Topics include: Governance & Business Ethics, Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Management & Leadership Principles, IT & Business Continuity, Financial Management and the Global Business Environment. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.