Internal Audit

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UW Internal Audit
Strengthening governance, risk management, and control processes, to improve the University's overall stability and sustainability
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What Is Internal Audit

UW Internal Audit advises the Board of Regents and University management in the discharge of their oversight, management and operating responsibilities through independent, objective, integrity-based and value-added services.

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42
Audit Reports Issued

Servicing the 3 major university campuses and 2 medical centers.

142
Years of Service

Comprised of experienced professionals, holding both internal and external audit experience.

21
Certification Counts

Demonstrating a commitment to the profession.

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The Audit Process

The audit process is common to most audits, but may vary depending on the content or needs of the Internal Audit Department and the client.

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Audit Lifecycle
Planning
  • Fieldwork
  • Reporting
  • Follow Up
What to Expect
  • Communication
  • Internal Control Interviews
  • Document Requests
Audit Selection
Risk Assessment
  • Management Requests
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Ethics

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Ethics in Public Service

As public employees, University of Washington staff, faculty and other academic personnel are bound by certain regulations and a code of ethics.

Ethics in Public Service Act
Ethics Training

UW employees are responsible for being familiar with and understanding the state Ethics Act.

Ethics Training Course
Ethics Resources

A resource to help all members of the University community understand their responsibilities, and identify and manage potential conflicts of interest and other ethical questions.

Ethics Resources