Evaluating the Quality of Client's Internal Audit Function

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Essay

Evaluating the Quality of Client's Internal Audit Function.
An external auditor assesses the quality of the internal audit function to determine whether the internal auditors' work is relevant to the external audit and of sufficient quantity and quality. Describe the three factors of the internal audit function that would be considered by the external auditor in this quality assessment.

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Definitions:

Product Design

The process of creating a new product to be sold by a business to its customers, prioritizing functionality, appearance, and user experience.

Outsources

Outsourcing involves contracting out certain business processes or tasks to external providers, often to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Competency

A combination of skills, knowledge, and behavior that contributes to an individual's ability to perform tasks effectively.

Headcount

The total number of individuals employed by an organization, including all full-time and part-time staff.