Advanced Auditing Syllabus

Advanced Auditing Syllabus Course

Course Title:	[COURSE TITLE]
Credits:	[CREDITS]
Instructor:	[INSTRUCTOR]
Schedule:	[SCHEDULE]
Location:	[LOCATION]
Textbook:	[TEXTBOOK]
Description:	[DESCRIPTION]
Assessments:	[ASSESSMENTS]
Grading:	[GRADING]
Office Hours:	[OFFICE HOURS]

1. Course Description

This course is designed to provide advanced knowledge on corporate audit and assurance services. It encompasses the conceptual and practical applications of audit strategies, risk assessment, audit performance, reporting, and professional responsibilities.

2. Instructor Information

Name: [YOUR NAME]

Contact: [YOUR EAMIL]

3. Learning Objectives

Understand the nature and purpose of auditing with emphasis on advanced topics.
Analyse and evaluate audit risks and internal control systems.
Become proficient with audit strategy and audit program development.
Understand substantive audit procedures for cash, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, liabilities, and equity.
Understand and apply ethical standards and professional responsibilities.

4. Course Schedule:

Week	Topic	Reading
1	Introduction to Advanced Auditing	Overview of advanced auditing principles Evolution of auditing standards Role of auditors in modern business world
2	Risk Assessment and Planning	Understanding risk assessment methodologies Planning audit engagements Materiality and audit risk
3	Audit Evidence and Procedures	Types of audit evidence Audit procedures and techniques Sampling methods in auditing

Week

Topic

Reading

Introduction to Advanced Auditing

Overview of advanced auditing principles
Evolution of auditing standards
Role of auditors in modern business world

Risk Assessment and Planning

Understanding risk assessment methodologies

Planning audit engagements

Materiality and audit risk

Audit Evidence and Procedures

Types of audit evidence
Audit procedures and techniques
Sampling methods in auditing

5. Required Reading and Materials

"Principles of Auditing and Other Assurance Services" by Whittington and Pany
"Auditing and Assurance Services: A systematic Approach" by Messier and William
Laptop with access to Microsoft suite
Access to online library databases
Access to professional journals and publications

6.Assignments and Assessments

Class participation and engagement.
Weekly assignments on key concepts.
Midterm exam.
Final project on designing and performing an audit.
End-term exam.

7. Classroom Policies

Attendance: Regular attendance is expected, as participation is integral to the learning process.
Late Assignments: Late assignments will be subject to a penalty unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor.
Academic Integrity: Plagiarism and cheating will not be tolerated and will result in disciplinary action.
Respectful Behavior: Respectful and professional behavior towards classmates and the instructor is expected at all times.

8. Course Policy

Attendance is mandatory for all classes, and active participation is highly encouraged.
All assignments are to be submitted on the assigned due date. Late assignments will be subject to a penalty.
Academic dishonesty, including plagiarism, will not be tolerated.
Respectful and professional behavior is expected at all times.
Open communication with the instructor regarding any course-related concerns or issues is encouraged.

9. Grading Policy

Assessment Component	Weightage
Class Participation	10%
Assignments	30%
Quizzes	20%
Mid-term Exam	20%
Final Project	20%

10. Disclaimer

The course syllabus that has been provided is not fixed and can be altered by the instructor should they deem necessary. Furthermore, in the case that any revisions or modifications are made to the syllabus, they will be conveyed to the students in an expedient manner without undue delay.