Defining Where and Why Internal Controls are Needed 2024

Overview

This course will help you identify areas where overlooked internal controls are needed and how to identify and implement more robust controls. Most organizations have many primary control measures required to operate in place. However, many need more essential criteria to enhance security, productivity, and the quality of information available for decision-making. So, first, we’ll identify areas where internal control measures are needed. Then, we’ll explore why these controls should be created and review specific rules the organization should use in detail.

Highlights

• Control design basics
• Areas or segments of an enterprise to control
• Controls to reduce risk
• Controls to drive operations

Prerequisites

None

Designed For

CPAs, business and financial professionals looking to expand and update their understanding and knowledge.

Objectives

• Recall reasons to create controls such as to reduce errors, thwart fraud or enhance efficiency
• Distinguish between proactively and reactively created measures
• Identify control type segments such as administrative or operation-level measures

Preparation

None

Notice

This course is provided by a third-party vendor. Please note that login instructions will not be available in the ‘My Upcoming CPE’ section of the NESCPA website. Instead, the login instructions will be sent directly to you via email by the California Education Foundation (CalCPA). Upon completing the course, your hours will be recorded in the ‘My CPE Tracker’ section of the NESCPA website.