During follow-up. the internal auditor discovered that operational management did not implement effective actions to address a significant control breach If the issue is left unresolved it may result in regulatory sanctions and damage the organization's reputation What is the most appropriate next step for the chief audit executive to lake?

According to IIA guidance, which of the following statements are true regarding the internal audit plan?
1. The audit plan is based on an assessment of risks to the organization.
2. The audit plan is designed to determine the effectiveness of the organization's risk management process.
3. The audit plan is developed by senior management of the organization.
4. The audit plan is aligned with the organization's goals.

An internal audit team leader is having difficulties completing the planning phase of an assurance engagement because the business unit lacks a system of internal controls. Which of the following is the most appropriate course of action for the internal audit team leader?

Which of the followings statements describes a best practice regarding assurance engagement communication activities?

A newly appointed chief audit executive (CAE) of a small organization is developing a resource management plan Which of the following approaches would be most beneficial to help the CAE obtain details of the Internal audit activity's collective knowledge skills, and other competencies?