The document discusses professional standards and regulations for auditors and accounting firms. It covers the authorities that set standards, such as the PCAOB and AICPA. It also discusses generally accepted auditing standards, including general standards, standards of fieldwork, and standards of reporting. The hierarchy of accounting guidance under GAAP is presented. The roles of auditing organizations in regulating the profession are defined.
This document is an International Standard on Auditing (ISA) that deals with an auditor's responsibility to apply the concept of materiality in planning and performing an audit of financial statements. It discusses determining materiality and performance materiality levels when planning an audit, revising these levels as the audit progresses, and documentation requirements. The standard provides requirements and application guidance on these topics to assist auditors in appropriately applying the concept of materiality.
IFAD guideline project audits ( for borrowers use)IFAD Vietnam
Foreword The IFAD Guidelines on Project Audits, approved by the Executive Board at its Seventy-Eighth Session in April 2003, outline IFADs policy and procedures relating to annual audits of IFAD-funded projects. A large number of IFAD projects involve cofinancing with cooperating institutions (CIs), some of which have published guidelines. Where a CI has established guidelines and assumes the lead in project administration under a cooperation agreement, the CIs guidelines will be followed. The IFAD Guidelines should be followed for projects administered by CIs that do not have their own audit guidelines, and for all projects directly supervised by IFAD.
Chapter 2 a further look at financial statementsTeachKnight
This document provides an overview of key sections from Chapter 2 of a financial accounting textbook. It discusses the following:
- The classified balance sheet, outlining the standard classifications of assets (current assets, long-term investments, property/equipment, intangible assets), liabilities (current, long-term), and stockholders' equity.
- Ratio analysis and how ratios are used to analyze a company's profitability, liquidity, and solvency by expressing relationships between financial statement items.
- How the income statement is used to analyze a company's profitability through computations like gross profit margin and net income ratios.
- The objectives covered in this chapter, which include identifying sections of the
The document discusses key aspects of the conceptual framework for financial accounting and reporting established by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB). It describes the three levels of the conceptual framework, including the basic objectives, qualitative characteristics and basic elements, and recognition and measurement concepts. It also outlines the FASB's efforts to develop the conceptual framework through six Statements of Financial Accounting Concepts, which establish the objectives of financial reporting as providing useful information to investors and creditors.
This document is an International Standard on Auditing (ISA) that deals with an auditor's responsibility to apply the concept of materiality in planning and performing an audit of financial statements. It discusses determining materiality and performance materiality levels when planning an audit, revising these levels as the audit progresses, and documentation requirements. The standard provides requirements and application guidance on these topics to assist auditors in appropriately applying the concept of materiality.
IFAD guideline project audits ( for borrowers use)IFAD Vietnam
Foreword The IFAD Guidelines on Project Audits, approved by the Executive Board at its Seventy-Eighth Session in April 2003, outline IFADs policy and procedures relating to annual audits of IFAD-funded projects. A large number of IFAD projects involve cofinancing with cooperating institutions (CIs), some of which have published guidelines. Where a CI has established guidelines and assumes the lead in project administration under a cooperation agreement, the CIs guidelines will be followed. The IFAD Guidelines should be followed for projects administered by CIs that do not have their own audit guidelines, and for all projects directly supervised by IFAD.
Chapter 2 a further look at financial statementsTeachKnight
This document provides an overview of key sections from Chapter 2 of a financial accounting textbook. It discusses the following:
- The classified balance sheet, outlining the standard classifications of assets (current assets, long-term investments, property/equipment, intangible assets), liabilities (current, long-term), and stockholders' equity.
- Ratio analysis and how ratios are used to analyze a company's profitability, liquidity, and solvency by expressing relationships between financial statement items.
- How the income statement is used to analyze a company's profitability through computations like gross profit margin and net income ratios.
- The objectives covered in this chapter, which include identifying sections of the
The document discusses key aspects of the conceptual framework for financial accounting and reporting established by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB). It describes the three levels of the conceptual framework, including the basic objectives, qualitative characteristics and basic elements, and recognition and measurement concepts. It also outlines the FASB's efforts to develop the conceptual framework through six Statements of Financial Accounting Concepts, which establish the objectives of financial reporting as providing useful information to investors and creditors.
Dokumen tersebut memberikan informasi tentang manfaat memiliki halaman Facebook untuk bisnis dan cara menggunakannya untuk meningkatkan penjualan dan jangkauan pelanggan, dengan contoh kasus perusahaan Rahma O-Shop yang berhasil mendapatkan 5.000 likes dan meningkatkan penjualan sebesar 88% setelah membuat halaman Facebook.
Ashley Boshers is seeking a receptionist position and has over 8 years of experience in customer service roles. She has excellent communication skills and experience handling high-volume phone reception. Boshers also has strong computer skills in MS Office programs and experience with data entry, records management, and resolving customer complaints. Her current and previous employers have praised her work quality, customer service, and teamwork.
Kahneezmo & Solomelodic Productions LLC is a music studio founded in 2010 in Pinellas Park, FL by artist/producer Sulieman Rafraf. The studio aims to provide artists a full-service studio experience from recording to distribution. Its target customers are artists aged 16-36 and fans aged 14-36 who enjoy lyricism and humor in rap music. The studio utilizes internet marketing through websites, social media, and videos to reach audiences.
Daniel plans to shoot a sports video from the stands using mostly wide and very wide shots, with some close-ups using zoom to create tension. There will be little dialogue to focus on the atmosphere, instead using bold text words to convey the message. Bagpipes and instrumental music will be included, with special sound effects like booms. Only a few visual effects like tints and shades will be added to enhance the raw footage without making it look overproduced. Transitions between scenes will include exciting words and flow smoothly.
The document discusses creating a documentary, radio trailer, and magazine targeting teenagers. It describes promoting the radio trailer through BBC 1xtra, showing snippets of the documentary on BBC One, and promoting the magazine on the BBC website. The documentary was made to appeal to older teenagers who may be starting university. Feedback showed the target audience was successfully appealed to. The ancillary materials will be made with professional programs and targeted to the same audiences through BBC channels and TV Choice magazine.
N3 s1 foro actividad 39 socializando la secuencia didacticaMónica Flórez
El documento presenta una propuesta para implementar una campaña de manejo de residuos sólidos en una escuela. El objetivo es concientizar a los estudiantes sobre el impacto de los residuos en el ecosistema y promover estrategias para su buen manejo. La campaña incluirá actividades como mesas redondas, videos y mapas conceptuales para explicar conceptos clave, además de la implementación de acciones concretas como la recolección diferenciada de desechos.
Dokumen tersebut memberikan informasi tentang manfaat pemasaran melalui Facebook fanpage untuk bisnis daring. Fanpage dapat digunakan untuk menjangkau lebih dari satu miliar pengguna Facebook dan meningkatkan penjualan melalui rekomendasi mulut ke mulut. Dianjurkan untuk membangun hubungan dengan pengikut dan berinteraksi untuk menarik lebih banyak pelanggan.
Este documento describe la evolución del concepto de salud y sus relaciones con la geografía. Explica que la salud depende de múltiples factores ambientales, sociales y económicos, y no solo de condiciones biofísicas. También analiza cómo la geografía puede ayudar a comprender las particularidades regionales de la salud mediante el mapeo y diagnóstico territorial de variables. Concluye que para entender plenamente la salud se requiere un enfoque multicausal que integre factores ambientales, grupos humanos y sus
Sistem Informasi Angkutan Barang (SIAB) adalah sistem informasi yang terdiri dari aplikasi dan basis data untuk memastikan identitas truk dan pengemudi secara elektronik untuk mendukung keterlacakan angkutan barang di pelabuhan. SIAB akan diintegrasikan dengan terminal pelabuhan dan pihak terkait lainnya secara bertahap selama satu tahun untuk meningkatkan visibilitas, ketertiban, dan keamanan di pelabuhan.
The document is titled "Poster Making" and appears to be about creating posters. It was authored by Daniel McAtamney. The content of the document likely provides instructions or tips for designing and creating posters.
Keputusan Kepala Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan menetapkan pedoman cara pembuatan kosmetik yang baik untuk memastikan mutu dan keamanan produk kosmetik. Pedoman ini mencakup ketentuan umum, persyaratan personalia, fasilitas produksi, pengawasan mutu bahan baku dan proses produksi, serta dokumentasi. Tujuannya untuk melindungi konsumen dan meningkatkan daya saing industri kosmetik Indonesia.
The document provides highlights of Standards on Auditing (SA) issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). It summarizes key aspects of various SA standards including SA 200 on basic principles of an audit, SA 210 on terms of audit engagement, SA 220 on quality control, SA 230 on audit documentation, SA 240 on auditor responsibilities relating to fraud, SA 250 on consideration of laws and regulations, SA 260 on communication with those charged with governance, SA 299 on responsibilities of joint auditors, SA 300 on planning an audit, and SA 310 on knowledge of the business. The standards provide requirements for auditors to plan and perform audits in accordance with relevant professional and regulatory standards.
The stages of an external audit are:
1. Audit acceptance which involves agreeing terms of reference, addressing legal and ethical considerations, and preparing an engagement letter.
2. Audit planning and control which involves developing an overall strategy, establishing objectives and scope, and planning to reduce audit risk.
3. Performing the audit which involves obtaining evidence through tests of controls and substantive procedures, evaluating misstatements, and forming an opinion.
This document provides an overview of 20 Standards on Auditing (SAs) applicable for PCC/IPCC audits in May 2011. It lists each SA number, title, description, and the corresponding Auditing and Assurance Standards Board of India (AASB) standard number. The SAs covered include general principles, risk assessment, audit evidence, and topics such as audit planning, materiality, fraud, internal control, analytical procedures and audit documentation.
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ON AUDITING 200 (REVISED)
OVERALL OBJECTIVES OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITOR AND THE
CONDUCT OF AN AUDIT IN ACCORDANCE WITH INTERNATIONAL
STANDARDS ON AUDITING
The document discusses the purpose and role of internal auditing. It describes internal auditing as an independent function that examines and evaluates an organization's activities to help management discharge their responsibilities effectively. The objective is to promote control within the organization at a reasonable cost. The document outlines the audit process, including planning, performing, reporting, and following up on corrective actions. It provides best practices for tasks like risk assessment, test design, documentation, reporting findings, and building trust with auditees.
This document discusses the roles and responsibilities of external auditors. It begins by explaining that external auditors provide reasonable but not absolute assurance that financial statements are free from material misstatement. It then covers auditor competency, the different types of audit reports, and the purpose of the audit report. Finally, it discusses public company oversight by the PCAOB and key auditing standards. The document provides an overview of the expectations and regulatory requirements for external auditors.
Dokumen tersebut memberikan informasi tentang manfaat memiliki halaman Facebook untuk bisnis dan cara menggunakannya untuk meningkatkan penjualan dan jangkauan pelanggan, dengan contoh kasus perusahaan Rahma O-Shop yang berhasil mendapatkan 5.000 likes dan meningkatkan penjualan sebesar 88% setelah membuat halaman Facebook.
Ashley Boshers is seeking a receptionist position and has over 8 years of experience in customer service roles. She has excellent communication skills and experience handling high-volume phone reception. Boshers also has strong computer skills in MS Office programs and experience with data entry, records management, and resolving customer complaints. Her current and previous employers have praised her work quality, customer service, and teamwork.
Kahneezmo & Solomelodic Productions LLC is a music studio founded in 2010 in Pinellas Park, FL by artist/producer Sulieman Rafraf. The studio aims to provide artists a full-service studio experience from recording to distribution. Its target customers are artists aged 16-36 and fans aged 14-36 who enjoy lyricism and humor in rap music. The studio utilizes internet marketing through websites, social media, and videos to reach audiences.
Daniel plans to shoot a sports video from the stands using mostly wide and very wide shots, with some close-ups using zoom to create tension. There will be little dialogue to focus on the atmosphere, instead using bold text words to convey the message. Bagpipes and instrumental music will be included, with special sound effects like booms. Only a few visual effects like tints and shades will be added to enhance the raw footage without making it look overproduced. Transitions between scenes will include exciting words and flow smoothly.
The document discusses creating a documentary, radio trailer, and magazine targeting teenagers. It describes promoting the radio trailer through BBC 1xtra, showing snippets of the documentary on BBC One, and promoting the magazine on the BBC website. The documentary was made to appeal to older teenagers who may be starting university. Feedback showed the target audience was successfully appealed to. The ancillary materials will be made with professional programs and targeted to the same audiences through BBC channels and TV Choice magazine.
N3 s1 foro actividad 39 socializando la secuencia didacticaMónica Flórez
El documento presenta una propuesta para implementar una campaña de manejo de residuos sólidos en una escuela. El objetivo es concientizar a los estudiantes sobre el impacto de los residuos en el ecosistema y promover estrategias para su buen manejo. La campaña incluirá actividades como mesas redondas, videos y mapas conceptuales para explicar conceptos clave, además de la implementación de acciones concretas como la recolección diferenciada de desechos.
Dokumen tersebut memberikan informasi tentang manfaat pemasaran melalui Facebook fanpage untuk bisnis daring. Fanpage dapat digunakan untuk menjangkau lebih dari satu miliar pengguna Facebook dan meningkatkan penjualan melalui rekomendasi mulut ke mulut. Dianjurkan untuk membangun hubungan dengan pengikut dan berinteraksi untuk menarik lebih banyak pelanggan.
Este documento describe la evolución del concepto de salud y sus relaciones con la geografía. Explica que la salud depende de múltiples factores ambientales, sociales y económicos, y no solo de condiciones biofísicas. También analiza cómo la geografía puede ayudar a comprender las particularidades regionales de la salud mediante el mapeo y diagnóstico territorial de variables. Concluye que para entender plenamente la salud se requiere un enfoque multicausal que integre factores ambientales, grupos humanos y sus
Sistem Informasi Angkutan Barang (SIAB) adalah sistem informasi yang terdiri dari aplikasi dan basis data untuk memastikan identitas truk dan pengemudi secara elektronik untuk mendukung keterlacakan angkutan barang di pelabuhan. SIAB akan diintegrasikan dengan terminal pelabuhan dan pihak terkait lainnya secara bertahap selama satu tahun untuk meningkatkan visibilitas, ketertiban, dan keamanan di pelabuhan.
The document is titled "Poster Making" and appears to be about creating posters. It was authored by Daniel McAtamney. The content of the document likely provides instructions or tips for designing and creating posters.
Keputusan Kepala Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan menetapkan pedoman cara pembuatan kosmetik yang baik untuk memastikan mutu dan keamanan produk kosmetik. Pedoman ini mencakup ketentuan umum, persyaratan personalia, fasilitas produksi, pengawasan mutu bahan baku dan proses produksi, serta dokumentasi. Tujuannya untuk melindungi konsumen dan meningkatkan daya saing industri kosmetik Indonesia.
The document provides highlights of Standards on Auditing (SA) issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). It summarizes key aspects of various SA standards including SA 200 on basic principles of an audit, SA 210 on terms of audit engagement, SA 220 on quality control, SA 230 on audit documentation, SA 240 on auditor responsibilities relating to fraud, SA 250 on consideration of laws and regulations, SA 260 on communication with those charged with governance, SA 299 on responsibilities of joint auditors, SA 300 on planning an audit, and SA 310 on knowledge of the business. The standards provide requirements for auditors to plan and perform audits in accordance with relevant professional and regulatory standards.
The stages of an external audit are:
1. Audit acceptance which involves agreeing terms of reference, addressing legal and ethical considerations, and preparing an engagement letter.
2. Audit planning and control which involves developing an overall strategy, establishing objectives and scope, and planning to reduce audit risk.
3. Performing the audit which involves obtaining evidence through tests of controls and substantive procedures, evaluating misstatements, and forming an opinion.
This document provides an overview of 20 Standards on Auditing (SAs) applicable for PCC/IPCC audits in May 2011. It lists each SA number, title, description, and the corresponding Auditing and Assurance Standards Board of India (AASB) standard number. The SAs covered include general principles, risk assessment, audit evidence, and topics such as audit planning, materiality, fraud, internal control, analytical procedures and audit documentation.
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ON AUDITING 200 (REVISED)
OVERALL OBJECTIVES OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITOR AND THE
CONDUCT OF AN AUDIT IN ACCORDANCE WITH INTERNATIONAL
STANDARDS ON AUDITING
The document discusses the purpose and role of internal auditing. It describes internal auditing as an independent function that examines and evaluates an organization's activities to help management discharge their responsibilities effectively. The objective is to promote control within the organization at a reasonable cost. The document outlines the audit process, including planning, performing, reporting, and following up on corrective actions. It provides best practices for tasks like risk assessment, test design, documentation, reporting findings, and building trust with auditees.
This document discusses the roles and responsibilities of external auditors. It begins by explaining that external auditors provide reasonable but not absolute assurance that financial statements are free from material misstatement. It then covers auditor competency, the different types of audit reports, and the purpose of the audit report. Finally, it discusses public company oversight by the PCAOB and key auditing standards. The document provides an overview of the expectations and regulatory requirements for external auditors.
The document provides an overview of risk-based approach to financial statement auditing. It discusses key stages of an audit including planning, assessing risks, documenting systems, testing controls and statements, and reporting. The document outlines assessing risks using the PCAS approach, which involves evaluating risks at the financial statement and assertion levels. It also discusses establishing materiality thresholds which help determine what could influence users' economic decisions. The permanent audit file and understanding the client organization are important for planning the audit engagement.
This document contains suggested answers for the CA Professional Stage Knowledge Level exam from November-December 2017. It covers six topics: Assurance, Accounting, Business & Finance, Management Information, Taxation-I, and Business & Commercial Law. For Assurance, it provides sample answers to three questions relating to the meaning of a true and fair view in an audit report, limitations of providing absolute assurance, and defining an assurance engagement. It also includes a sample unqualified audit report.
This document outlines the key steps and considerations for conducting an integrated audit with a top-down, risk-based approach. It discusses:
1) Implementing a top-down, risk-based approach to identify significant accounts and risks of misstatement.
2) The need to document the audit process and rely on effective internal controls to reduce substantive testing.
3) The elements of an unqualified internal control report and how an adverse report is issued for material weaknesses.
4) The challenge of finding the most cost-effective way to obtain evidence and render opinions on financial statements and internal control effectiveness.
1. The document discusses auditing and assurance standards, including the roles of the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) and the Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (AASB) in India in setting standards.
2. It describes the standard-setting process undertaken by the AASB, including determining priority areas, forming study groups, exposure drafts, final drafts, and issue of standards.
3. Key aspects of audit work covered include audit planning, evidence, quality control, working papers, and files. Factors affecting planning and benefits of planning are highlighted. Characteristics of objective evidence are also noted.
Auditing involves systematically obtaining and evaluating evidence regarding financial statements to determine how well they correspond to established criteria. Auditors are accountants who provide assurance by evaluating financial reports and issuing audit reports. There are different types of audits including financial, compliance, and internal audits. Auditors must comply with auditing standards and issue either unqualified opinions or modified opinions depending on if the financial statements are fairly presented. The objective is for auditors to form an opinion on whether financial statements are prepared according to the financial reporting framework.
The document provides guidance on conducting a risk-based audit of financial statements using the PCAS (Planning, Control evaluation, Substantive testing) approach. It discusses understanding the client and its environment, assessing risks, documenting accounting systems and internal controls, testing controls and statements, and reporting. The PCAS approach involves general risk assessment, identifying risks to financial statement assertions, evaluating controls, and determining the audit response and evidence required. Fraud risks are also assessed separately. Alternative templates for risk assessment are presented. The overall aim is to plan and perform the audit in a manner responsive to the degree of risk.
Audit of Internal Financial Control over Financial Reporting (IFCR) A complet...Taufir Alam
Introduction to the Presentation on internal financial control over financial reporting_a complete guide
The Companies Act, 2013 has introduced some new requirements relating to audits and reporting by the statutory auditors of companies.
One of these requirements is given under Section 143(3)(i) of the Act which requires the statutory auditor to state in his audit report whether the company has adequate internal financial controls system in place and the operating effectiveness of such controls.
The section has cast onerous responsibilities on the statutory auditors because reporting on internal financial controls is not covered under the Standards on Auditing issued by the ICAI.
Since the concept of reporting on internal financial controls is still new in India this new reporting requirement has thrown up many challenges for the members.
To help the members properly understand and perform the various aspects of this reporting responsibility, the Auditing and Assurance Standards Board of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has brought out this Guidance Note on Audit of Internal Financial Controls Over Financial Reporting.
The Guidance Note covers aspects such as Scope of reporting on internal financial controls under Companies Act 2013, essential components of internal controls, Technical guidance on the audit of Internal Financial Controls, Implementation guidance on the audit of Internal Financial Controls.
I have presented the above guidance note into a presentation that will have a complete guide for those who are planning to go for Audit of Internal financial control over financial reporting. this presentation will cover all the relevant aspects and also provide the standard operation process for the efficient conduct of the IFCR Audit. You don't need to read the complete Guidance note.
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The document is an International Standard on Quality Control (ISQC) that provides requirements and guidance for firms to establish and maintain a system of quality control for audit and assurance engagements. The key points are:
- The objective is for firms to have a system of quality control that provides reasonable assurance that engagements comply with standards and legal requirements and reports issued are appropriate.
- It defines terms related to quality control and sets out requirements for firms to establish policies and procedures addressing leadership responsibilities, relevant ethical requirements, client acceptance, human resources, engagement performance, and monitoring.
- Application guidance is also provided to help firms implement the quality control system requirements.
1. The Assessing Materiality and Risk simulation identifies important components of the auditing process such as assessing risks, sampling accounts, and considering interrelated risks.
2. There are three interrelated risks in an audit: inherent risk, control risk, and detection risk. A high inherent risk can lead to higher control and detection risks.
3. Auditors use sampling because reviewing all items is not always possible or economically justified. Sampling allows auditors to review a portion of items and make conclusions about the overall population.
Advanced Auditing and assurance chapter twoseidIbrahim2
The document discusses generally accepted auditing standards and types of audit reports. It describes the 10 generally accepted auditing standards which are composed of general standards, standards of fieldwork, and standards of reporting. The general standards require adequate training, independence, and due professional care. The standards of fieldwork relate to planning, understanding the entity, and obtaining sufficient evidence. The standards of reporting address consistency, disclosures, and the auditor's opinion. Principles of auditing like integrity, fair presentation, due professional care, confidentiality, and independence help audits be effective and reliable.
International Staandards on Auditing 200FarhanNasir21
The document outlines the overall objectives and responsibilities of an independent auditor conducting an audit of financial statements in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA). The objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance that the financial statements are free of material misstatement and to report the auditor's findings. The document also defines key terms, explains the auditor's requirements regarding professional judgment and skepticism, and addresses inherent limitations of an audit.
Level 3 NCEA - NZ: A Nation In the Making 1872 - 1900 SML.pptHenry Hollis
The History of NZ 1870-1900.
Making of a Nation.
From the NZ Wars to Liberals,
Richard Seddon, George Grey,
Social Laboratory, New Zealand,
Confiscations, Kotahitanga, Kingitanga, Parliament, Suffrage, Repudiation, Economic Change, Agriculture, Gold Mining, Timber, Flax, Sheep, Dairying,
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
This document provides an overview of wound healing, its functions, stages, mechanisms, factors affecting it, and complications.
A wound is a break in the integrity of the skin or tissues, which may be associated with disruption of the structure and function.
Healing is the body’s response to injury in an attempt to restore normal structure and functions.
Healing can occur in two ways: Regeneration and Repair
There are 4 phases of wound healing: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. This document also describes the mechanism of wound healing. Factors that affect healing include infection, uncontrolled diabetes, poor nutrition, age, anemia, the presence of foreign bodies, etc.
Complications of wound healing like infection, hyperpigmentation of scar, contractures, and keloid formation.
Temple of Asclepius in Thrace. Excavation resultsKrassimira Luka
The temple and the sanctuary around were dedicated to Asklepios Zmidrenus. This name has been known since 1875 when an inscription dedicated to him was discovered in Rome. The inscription is dated in 227 AD and was left by soldiers originating from the city of Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv).
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
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2. Authority of Organizations
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
Auditing, Attestation, Quality Control, Independence,
Ethical Standards for audits of public companies
American Institute of Certified Public
Accountants
Auditing, Attestation, Quality Control, Independence
Ethical, Accounting and Review Standards for
engagements involving nonpublic companies
State Boards of Accountancy
License CPAs and CPA firms to practice in jurisdictions
2-2
4. Generally Accepted Auditing
Standards--General Standards
Adequate technical training and
proficiency
Independence in mental attitude is to be
maintained
Due professional care is to be exercised
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5. Generally Accepted Auditing
Standards--Standards of Field Work
Auditor must adequately plan and
properly supervise work
Auditor must obtain a sufficient
understanding of entity, and its
environment, including internal control
to assess risk of material misstatement
and to design further audit procedures
Auditor must obtain sufficient
appropriate audit evidence to afford a
reasonable basis for the opinion
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6. Generally Accepted Auditing
Standards--Standards of Reporting
State whether the financial statements are
presented in accordance with GAAP
Identify circumstances in which such principles
have not been consistently applied
Informative disclosures are adequate unless
otherwise stated in the report
Report should clearly state the degree of
responsibility being assumed by the auditors by
expressing an opinion or stating that one cannot
be expressed, and the reason therefor
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7. Terminology in Auditing Standards
(Figure 2.2)
Responsibility Meaning Words Used to Indicate
Level Responsibility
Unconditional Auditor must fulfill responsibilities “Must”
Responsibility “Is required”
“Shall” (PCAOB only)
Presumptively Auditor must comply with requirements unless “Should”
Mandatory auditor demonstrates and documents that
alternative actions were sufficient to achieve the
objectives of the standards
Responsibility to Auditor should consider; whether the auditor “Might”
Consider complies with the requirements depends on the “Could”
exercise of professional judgment in the Other phrases indicating a
circumstances responsibilities to consider
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8. The GAAS Hierarchy (Figure 2.3)
Category Status Audit Guidance
1. Standards Auditors should be prepared to justify The 10 GAAS
departures from these standards. SASs
Other standards for
PCAOB, govt. audits, etc.
2. Interpretative Recommendations on the application of Appendices to SASs
Publications the SASs. If not followed, the auditors Interpretation of SASs
should be prepared to explain how they Auditing guidance in AICPA
complied with the SAS provisions Audit and accounting Guides
addressed. AICPA auditing Statements
of
Position
3. Other Auditing No authoritative status, but may help Auditing articles
Publications the auditor understand and apply the Continuing education
standards programs
Textbooks
Guidebooks
Audit programs
Checklists
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9. Auditor Responsibility for the
Detection of Errors and Fraud (1 of 2)
Obtain information to assess the inherent risks and
fraud risks
Information about the company and its
environment
Discussion among audit team members
Inquiries of management and others
Planning analytical procedures, including those
involving revenue
Assess the risk of errors and fraud that may cause the
financial statements to contain a material
misstatement.
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10. Auditor Responsibility for the
Detection of Errors and Fraud (2 of 2)
Based on that assessment, plan and perform the
audit to obtain reasonable assurance that
material misstatements, whether caused by
errors or fraud, will be detected (including those
procedures required by AU 316 (SAS No. 99,
113)
Exercise due care in planning, performing and
evaluating the results of audit procedures, and
the proper degree of professional skepticism to
achieve reasonable assurance that material
misstatements due to error or fraud will be
detected.
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11. Auditor Responsibility for
the Detection of Illegal Acts
Those that could have a direct and material
effect on financial statement amounts--same as
for errors and fraud. An audit obtains
reasonable assurance of detecting these types
of illegal acts.
Those with an indirect effect on financial
statement amounts:
Be aware of possible occurrence.
If information comes to the auditor’s attention, apply
audit procedures directed at determining whether an
illegal act has occurred. An audit does not provide
assurance that indirect-effect illegal acts will be
detected.
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12. The Standard Auditors’ Report for
Nonpublic Companies
Title
Addressee
Content
Introductory Paragraph
Scope Paragraph
Opinion Paragraph
Signature
Date
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13. The Standard Auditors’ Report--
Introductory Paragraph
We have audited the accompanying balance sheet
of XYZ Company as of December 31, 20X1 and the
related statements of income, retained earnings, and
cash flows for the year then ended . These financial
statements are the responsibility of the Company's
management. Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on these financial statements based on our
audit.
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14. The Standard Auditors’ Report—
Scope Paragraph
We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing
standards generally accepted in the United States of
America. Those standards require that we plan and
perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about
whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test
basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in
the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing
the accounting principles used and significant estimates
made by management, as well as evaluating the overall
financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit
provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
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15. The Standard Auditors’ Report--
Opinion Paragraph
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above
present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position
of XYZ Company as of December 31,20X1, and the results
of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended
in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted
in the United States of America.
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16. The GAAP Hierarchy
Authoritative Body Pronouncements
Pronouncements of Bodies Composed of
Expert Accountants, That Are Exposed for
Public Comment
Pronouncements of Bodies of Expert
Accountants That Are Not Exposed for Public
Comment
Widely Recognized Practices and
Pronouncements
Other Accounting Literature
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17. Other Types of Auditors’ Reports
Standard unqualified report
Financial statements follow GAAP and auditor does not add explanatory
language for any issue
Other reports
Unqualified with explanatory language
• Example: A lack of consistency in application of accounting
principles
Qualified opinion
• Examples: Scope limitation or departure from GAAP
Adverse opinion
• Examples: Departure from GAAP so significant that financial
statements as a whole are misleading
Disclaimer of opinion
• Example: Unable to determine an opinion due to a very significant
scope limitation
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18. Public Company Audit Report
Titleis “Report of Registered Independent
Public Accounting Firm”
Refers to standards of the PCAOB rather
than GAAS
Includes a fourth paragraph that refers to
report on internal control
City and State (or Country) of audit firm
must be included
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20. Elements of Quality Control
Leadership responsibilities for quality
within the firm (“tone at the top”)
Relevant ethical requirements
Personnel management
Acceptance and continuance of clients
and engagements
Engagement performance
Monitoring
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21. QC Element 1: Leadership responsibilities
for quality within the firm
Firm’s internal culture recognizes that quality is
essential in performing engagements and
recognizes the need to
perform work that complies with professional
standards and regulatory and legal requirements and
issue reports that are appropriate in the
circumstances.
Example: Assign management responsibilities
so that commercial considerations do not
override the quality of work performed.
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22. QC Element 2: Relevant ethical
requirements
Firm and its personnel comply with
relevant ethical requirements
Example: At least annually, the firm should
obtain written confirmation of compliance
with its independence policies and
procedures from all firm personnel who
are required to be independent
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23. QC Element 3: Acceptance and
Continuance
Firm will undertake to continue relationships and
engagements only where the firm:
1. Has considered client integrity.
2. Is competent to perform the engagement.
3. Can comply with legal and ethical requirements.
Example: Background information is gathered on all
prospective audit clients, including the attitude of
principal owners, key management, and those charged
with governance on matters such as aggressive
accounting and internal control over financial reporting.
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QC Element 4: Human Resources
Firm has personnel with the capabilities, competence,
and commitment to ethical principles to:
1. Perform engagements in accordance with professional
standards and regulatory and legal requirements.
2. Enable the firm to issue reports that are appropriate in the
circumstances.
Example: Design effective recruitment processes and
procedures to help the firm select individuals meeting
minimum academic requirements established by the
firm, and maturity, integrity and leadership.
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25. QC Element 5: Engagement
Performance
Firm’s engagements are consistently performed in
accordance with professional standards and regulatory
and legal requirements, with policies and procedures
addressing:
1. Engagement performance.
2. Supervision responsibilities.
3. Review responsibilities.
Example: Design policies and procedures that address
the tracking of progress of each engagement.
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26. QC Element 6: Monitoring
Firm’s policies and procedures
established for each of the elements are
suitably designed and effectively applied.
Example: Working papers, reports, and
client financial statements are reviewed to
assess compliance with the firm’s quality
control policies and procedures.
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27. Quality Control Procedures
Not specified by AICPA
Depend on size of firm, number of offices
and nature of firm’s practices
Every CPA firm should have quality
control procedures applicable to every
aspect of its practice
Establish controls to provide assurance
that the CPA firm meets its responsibilities
to clients and public
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28. Regulation of the Public Accounting
Profession
Public Companies
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
• Registration of public accounting firms that audit public
companies
• Conduct inspections of public company practice of
registered public accounting firms
Nonpublic Companies
AICPA & State Boards of Accountancy
• Peer review for nonpublic practice segments
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29. PCAOB
Composed of 5 members – only two may
be CPAs
Members appointed by SEC and may
serve no more than two five-year terms
All accounting firms that audit SEC
registrants must register with PCAOB
Pledge to cooperate with PCAOB inquiries
PCAOB can impose monetary damages, suspend
firms or make referrals to Justice Department
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30. Peer Reviews
Members of AICPA
Conducted by CPAs or other CPA firms
Two types of peer reviews
System review
• Study of CPA firms’ system of quality control
• Select sample of firms’ engagements and examine related
working paper files
Engagement review
• Sample of CPA work including reports to evaluate
appropriateness
• Less in scope than system review
Report: pass, pass with deficiencies, or fail
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31. PCAOB Inspections
Conducted by PCAOB staff
Focus:
Primarily evaluating performance of sample of
individual audit and review engagements
selected quality control issues only. This
differs from a peer review.
Report
Written report to SEC, part of which is made
public
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32. International Accounting
Standards
International
Financial Reporting
Standards (IFRS)
Developed by International Accounting
Standards Board (IASB)
SEC accepts IFRS for foreign companies that
issue securities in US markets
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33. International Audit Report
Contains expanded description of management’s
responsibility
Contains an enhanced explanation of the audit
process
May state “present fairly, in all material respects” or
“give a true and fair view”
Report may indicate that the financial statements
comply with the provisions of the country’s relevant
statutes or laws
Must include city of the auditors’ office
May be signed using the personal name of the
auditor or the audit firm or both
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