By the end of this course, you’ll be able to identify and apply the core regulatory and professional standards that govern modern auditing and assurance engagements. You’ll evaluate auditor responsibilities under the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, understand independence and integrity requirements, and distinguish between standards issued by the PCAOB, IAASB, and the Institute of Internal Auditors.
This course explores the regulatory framework that shapes audit practice in both U.S. and international contexts. You’ll examine the impact of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the role of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, the structure of International Standards on Auditing, and the evolution of internal audit standards under the IIA framework.
What makes this course unique is its integrated, cross-framework approach. Rather than studying standards in isolation, you’ll compare how they interact across public company audits, private engagements, internal audit functions, and multinational contexts. By the end, you’ll have a clear, structured understanding of how audit oversight bodies and professional standards collectively safeguard financial reporting integrity in global capital markets.
In this module, you'll be introduced to the AICPA Code of Conduct and learn how it applies to accountants in the profession. You'll explore key rules such as the integrity rules, the objectivity rules, and the independence rules. By the end of this module, you'll have a more clear understanding about how the AICPA Code of Professional conduct assists the accounting profession by setting high standards for those providing services to clients.
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5个视频4篇阅读材料2个作业
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5个视频•总计31分钟
Instructor Introduction and Course Overview•4分钟
AICPA Code of Professional Conduct•7分钟
Integrity and Objectivity Rules•7分钟
Independence Requirements•6分钟
Other Key Requirements•8分钟
4篇阅读材料•总计60分钟
Course Outline •5分钟
Integrity and Objectivity•30分钟
Auditor Independence•20分钟
Review: Module Key Concepts•5分钟
2个作业•总计30分钟
Practice Assessment: AICPA Code of Conduct•10分钟
Graded Assessment: Module 1•20分钟
Audit and Attestation Standards
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In this module, you'll explore three of the more significant sets of standards that CPAs comply with when working on assurance and attestation engagements. You'll learn about the Statements on Auditing Standards, the Statements on Standards for Attestation Engagements, and the Statements on Quality Management Standards. By the end of this module, you'll become familiar with the key standards CPAs find themselves complying with when performing various engagements.
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3个视频2篇阅读材料1个作业
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3个视频•总计21分钟
Statements on Auditing Standards•7分钟
Statements on Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAE)•8分钟
Statements on Quality Management Standards (SQMS)•7分钟
2篇阅读材料•总计70分钟
SAS Basics•40分钟
SSAE Basics•30分钟
1个作业•总计20分钟
Practice Assessment: Module 2•20分钟
PCAOB and Other Frameworks
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In this module, you'll explore the key standards that apply to other engagements beyond the scope of the AICPA's nonissuers including issuers, internal audit engagements, and international engagements. You'll learn about how those standards impact the work CPAs and internal auditors perform on clients. By the end of this module, you'll have more clarity on other applicable standards accountants may face that are relevant to the services being provided.
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4个视频2篇阅读材料1个作业
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4个视频•总计33分钟
SOX and the PCAOB•9分钟
PCAOB Standards for Public Auditors•8分钟
Internal Audit Standards•8分钟
International Audit Standards•8分钟
2篇阅读材料•总计50分钟
The PCAOB and Public Audits•30分钟
Internal Audits•20分钟
1个作业•总计20分钟
Practice Assessment: Module 3•20分钟
Applying Standards Knowledge
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This final module brings everything together. You’ll review key concepts from the course and apply what you’ve learned to real-world business situations. By stepping back and looking across the different sets of applicable standards, you’ll strengthen your ability to assess and perform various engagements appropriately —skills that are essential for accountants and business professionals alike.
The University of California, Santa Barbara is a leading public research university known for academic excellence, interdisciplinary scholarship, and innovation. As part of the University of California system, UCSB advances teaching, research, and public service to address local and global challenges.
This course is part of a CPA Licensure Preparation series and is designed to support learning and exam readiness. Completing this course does not by itself qualify you for CPA licensure or guarantee eligibility to sit for the CPA Exam. CPA licensure requirements vary by state and are determined by individual state boards of accountancy. Learners should consult their state board to confirm education and exam requirements.
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