Government Auditing Standards: Review and Update Course (Self-Paced)

This course includes

6 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Credits: 6 CPEs

This Course is self-paced. For live online or in-person instructions, take Government Auditing Standards: Review and Update.

Receive an in-depth review and update on the 2024 revision of Government Auditing Standards, including a summary of the changes in the 2024 Yellow Book update. Discuss the structure of the 2024 revisions of the standards and the major changes, focusing on the sections applicable to performance audits. Discuss the purpose and requirements of individual standards, with emphasis on the recent changes. Apply specific standards to real-life cases through a series of quizzes and exercises that make this course an interesting and enjoyable learning experience.

The course can be tailored for on-site delivery in segments of four hours or less to meet your needs.

Full Tuition

$649
Due before the class starts

This course includes

6 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Credits: 6 CPEs

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Training from government‑experienced instructors

Receive instruction from subject‑matter experts who bring proven government experience.

Specialized for government & DoD

Courses that are regularly updated based on feedback and industry developments, ensuring versions are mapped to federal competencies.

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Government Auditing Standards: Review and Update Course (Self-Paced) Curriculum

What You'll Learn at a Glance

Review the purpose and applicability of the Government Auditing Standards.
Review the ethical principles that influence the application of the Government Auditing Standards.
Review the types of audits and engagements, focusing on performance audits.
Review the general standards, including updates.
Review the fieldwork standards for performance audits, including updates.
Review the reporting standards for performance audit, including updates.

Course Syllabus

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Module 1: Introduction to Government Auditing Standards

Understand the purpose and scope of Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS)
Differentiate types of audits: financial, attestation, and performance
Identify GAGAS users and engagements
Review the structure and format of the Yellow Book

Module 2: Ethical Principles and Independence

Explore ethical principles: public interest, integrity, objectivity
Understand the independence requirements and conceptual framework
Learn how to identify and mitigate threats to independence
Distinguish between nonaudit services that impair or do not impair independence

Module 3: Professional Judgment and Competence

Apply professional judgment throughout the audit lifecycle
Understand continuing professional education (CPE) requirements
Learn roles and responsibilities within audit teams
Define qualifications for specialists and staff assignments

Module 4: Quality Management and Peer Review

Implement a system of quality management for audit engagements
Understand engagement quality reviews (EQRs)
Evaluate internal and external peer review procedures
Learn new 2024 Yellow Book updates for Chapter 5

Module 5: Fieldwork Standards for Performance Audits

Plan audits using risk and significance assessments
Gather sufficient and appropriate evidence
Supervise audit staff and document fieldwork
Evaluate internal controls, compliance, fraud, and abuse

Module 6: Reporting Standards for Performance Audits

Structure and write performance audit reports
Include required content: objectives, methodology, findings
Understand reporting of internal control deficiencies and fraud
Distribute reports and ensure compliance with GAGAS

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$649.00	Total You Pay