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​FAQs for Standards Series 1300 QAIP Considerations During the COVID-19 Pandemic ​CAEs must focus on conform to the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.

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​Discusses an external provider's responsibility for informing the organization of the organization's responsibility for maintaining an effective internal audit activity, including a

Global Perspectives and Insights

​Identify an ambition level for IA function along and how to achieve that level. From Conformance to Ambition: Applying the Internal Audit Ambition Model ​Help CAEs identify an appropriate

Discusses the frequency of external assessments, qualifications of assessors, and responsibility of the CAE. 1312 – External Assessments ​Discusses the frequency of external assessments,

Discusses internal and external assessments. 1310 – Requirements of the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program ​Discusses internal and external assessments. Outlines CAE responsibilities. 1310

Discusses the conditions for indicating that the internal audit activity conforms with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. 1321 – Use of "Conforms

Discusses the CAE's responsibilities for reporting on the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program. 1320 – Reporting on the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program ​Discusses the CAE's

Tools

Update of the last version of tool comparing content of the 2024 editions of The IIA's Redbook and the GAO's Yellow Book. The Orange Book: Aligning The IIA’s Redbook with the GAO’s Yellow

​​Explores how to develop and maintain a QAIP with limited resources. QAIP in the small audit department ​​Explores how to develop and maintain a QAIP with limited resources. Includes strategies

Executive

This is a sample survey to gain feedback from internal audit staff members. Internal Audit Staff Survey This is a sample survey to gain feedback from internal audit staff members. This is a

All Things Internal Audit

This podcast looks at Quality Assessments and the new IIA Standards. Quality Assessments and New Standards This podcast looks at quality assurance strategies under the new IIA Standards.

All Things Internal Audit

A breakdown of the key insights from the 2025 North American Pulse of Internal Audit report. 2025 North American Pulse Report This episode explores key insights from the 2025 North American Pulse

Standards

Joint paper issued by IIA Global and ECIIA. How to Implement the Global Internal Audit Standards in the Public Sector Identifies challenges and best practices in the implementation of the

All Things Internal Audit

Experts discuss The IIA’s 2024 Quality Assessment Manual and its alignment with the new Global Internal Audit Standards, with bonus content. The IIA’s Updated Quality Assessment Manual (with

All Things Internal Audit

In this episode, the discussion focuses on attracting new talent to internal audit, making the profession more appealing, and the power of mentorship and community. There is also bonus content.

All Things Internal Audit

This podcast highlights lessons from IIA Quality Services experts on performing EQAs, governance, and applying The IIA’s Global Internal Audit Standards. Tales from the EQA Trenches In this

All Things Internal Audit

In this episode of the All Things Internal Audit podcast, Mike Jacka and Tshepo Mofokeng explore who audits internal auditors and how QAIP and professional standards strengthen trust,

Articles

Organizations can apply quality principles to create excellence. The Shingo Approach The Shingo approach instills a culture of continuous improvement for operational excellence in organizations.

Mind of Jacka

Audit reports must prioritize information over auditors. Mind of Jacka: Look At Us! You are not the focus of your reports. You are not the focus of your reports. Mike Jacka, CIA, CPA, CPCU, CLU

Articles

The IIA releases new Quality Assessment Manual. A New Look at Quality The new Quality Assessment Manual raises the bar for internal audit conformance and performance. The new Quality Assessment

Articles

Quality reviews crucial for AI-assisted audits. Basics: QA in the AI Era Regular quality reviews can help ensure human auditors are accountable for AI-assisted audit outcomes. Regular quality

Blogs

An EQA reveals both strengths and weaknesses. Building a Better Auditor: Benefits of an EQA An EQA provides teams with an external perspective on the effectiveness of their methods. John Hills of

​Unfortunately, stakeholders sometimes use Quality Assurance Reviews as a weapon against practitioners who are simply doing their jobs. A QAR Should Never Be Weaponized Against Internal Audit ​

By mastering six listening skills, internal auditors can better identify what matters to audit clients and be more effective practitioners. ​Building a Better Auditor: Expanding Your Internal

​Internal audit can provide assurance and advice around internal controls over nonfinancial reporting — or any risk. ​On the Frontlines: Is It ICnFR or ICx for Nonfinancial Reporting? ​Internal