1100-Mission/Vision Statement

 

Mission

The Office of Internal Audit provides an independent appraisal function to examine and evaluate operations as a service to the University. The Office assists all levels of administration in the achievement of University goals and objectives by striving to provide a positive impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative functions. The Campus Director of Internal Audit reports administratively to the President of the University and functionally to the University of Louisiana System Director of Internal Audit.

 

Vision

The Office of Internal Audit shares certain goals. 

·        To be recognized individually for our professionalism, competence and positive attitude.

·        To be recognized as outstanding members of the University community.

·        To play an important role in assisting the University community and management in meeting its goals and objectives in an effective and efficient manner.

·        To be recognized as being among the best internal auditors in higher education.

 

Values

In carrying out our mission, we share certain beliefs and values. We are committed to:

·        Providing excellent professional service to the University.

·        Maintaining our independence and objectivity.

·        Conducting ourselves with the highest degree of fairness and integrity, and complying with the Code of Ethics established by the Association of College and University Auditors.

·        Maintaining relationships with the University community characterized by respect, helpfulness, sharing, patience and openness.

·        Demonstrating a high level of personal productivity and timeliness.

·        Achieving continuous professional improvement through the pursuit of professional certifications and of educational goals in the profession.

·        Performing sufficient audit work to provide reasonable assurance.

 

 

 

 

 

Quality

Quality in an audit is achieved when:

·        The audit results in a positive impact on processes where such an opportunity exists.

·        There is good communication between auditor and auditee.

·        The perspective and needs of the auditee are incorporated into the audit process.

·        The audit objectives, scope and procedures are constantly reassessed to ensure efficient use of audit resources.

·        Audit objectives are achieved in an efficient and timely manner.

·        Audit work is adequately documented.

·        Auditees have an opportunity to review our findings, conclusions and recommendations as we strive for mutual agreement.

·        The Institute of Internal Auditors' Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing are met.

 

Products

Our primary output is the independent analysis and recommendations necessary to assist management in improving administrative functions. This is achieved through our interaction with our auditees, through our interaction with the University community and by our audit reports.  Audit reports are issued to the President, Vice President for Business Affairs, applicable Vice President, System Director of Internal Audit and operating management.

 

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