Auditing Theory and Practice

• • The nature of auditing and the auditing process
  • Professional ethics and the accounting profession
  • Initial planning - the audit strategy
  • Materiality and risk
  • Internal controls
  • Preparing the audit program
  • Audit of the sales and collection cycle
  • Completing the audit
  • Legal liability of auditors

No eligibility requirements

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Explore advanced concepts and current challenges related to the external audit function and its role in business and the legal environment. Learn about auditing techniques, procedures, and standards applied in auditing practice. 

Study the latest legislation (including company and taxation law), local and international auditing and accounting standards, auditing techniques, technology used in the industry, and accounting and internal control systems. 

Whether you seek a career in general business or in the auditing profession, this course gives you an insight into the function of auditors.  

UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.  

Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. 

This is a third-year course from UniSA Online’s Accounting degree. Please note: you are responsible for completing any relevant prerequisite courses before enrolling in this course.

• 2000 words (40%)
• 3 hours (60%)

Current study term: 19 Sep 21 to 26 Nov 21