K2’S Evaluating Technology Controls

Instructor

Thomas Stephens

Technology controls are more important than ever. Without internal controls that function correctly, entire systems and the data contained therein can quickly become infected, breached, or stop working. Auditors, business managers, and consultants all need to know how to evaluate critical technology controls. You will learn the best ways to assess essential information technology general controls and application controls in this session.

Learning Objectives

Distinguish between information technology general controls and information technology application controls
Identify critical information technology control risks within an organization
Design and perform tests of information technology controls
Create recommendations for improving information technology controls in an organization

Major Topics

Differentiating between information technology general controls and information technology application controls
How to identify and evaluate information technology general controls, including deficiencies
How to identify and evaluate information technology application controls, including deficiencies
Analyzing technology controls relative to risk
Creating catalogs of controls

CPE Credits Available

Total CPE

2: Auditing

Things to Know About This Course

Course Level

Intermediate

Prerequisites

Fundamental knowledge of computer operations and internal controls

Advanced Preparation

None

Intended Audience

Accountants and business professionals seeking to learn how to evaluate internal controls over technology.

Provider

ACPEN