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ACCA CIA Challenge Exam Questions 211–215 (page: 44)

Updated On: 9-Feb-2026

An audit identified a number of weaknesses in the configuration of a critical client/server system. Although some of the weaknesses were corrected prior to the issuance of the audit report, correction of the rest will require between 6 and 18 months for completion. Consequently, management has developed a detailed action plan, with anticipated completion dates, for addressing the weaknesses.
What is the most appropriate course of action for the chief audit executive to take?

  1. Assess the status of corrective action during a follow-up audit engagement after the action plan has been completed.
  2. Assess the effectiveness of corrections by reviewing statistics related to unplanned system outages, and denials of service.
  3. Reassign information systems auditors to assist in implementing management's action plan.
  4. Evaluate the ability of the action plan to correct the weaknesses and monitor key dates and deliverables.

Answer(s): D



Which of the following is not an outcome of control self-assessment?

  1. Informal, soft controls are omitted, and greater focus is placed on hard controls.
  2. The entire objectives-risks-controls infrastructure of an organization is subject to greater monitoring and continuous improvement.
  3. Internal auditors become involved in and knowledgeable about the self-assessment process.
  4. Nonaudit employees become experienced in assessing controls and associating control processes with managing risks.

Answer(s): A



A code of business conduct should include which of the following to increase its deterrent effect?

1. Appropriate descriptions of penalties for misconduct.
2. A notification that code of conduct violations may lead to criminal prosecution.
3. A description of violations that injure the interests of the employer.
4. A list of employees covered by the code of conduct.

  1. 1 and 2
  2. 1 and 3
  3. 2 and 4
  4. 3 and 4

Answer(s): A



New environmental regulations require the board to certify that the organization's reported pollutant emissions data is accurate. The chief audit executive (CAE) is planning an audit to provide assurance over the organization's compliance with the environmental regulations.
Which of the following groups or individuals is most important for the CAE to consult to determine the scope of the audit?

  1. The audit committee of the board.
  2. The environmental, health, and safety manager.
  3. The organization's external environmental lawyers.
  4. The organization's insurance department.

Answer(s): B



The board has asked the internal audit activity (IAA) to be involved in the organization's enterprise risk management process.
Which of the following activities is appropriate for IAA to perform without safeguards?

  1. Coach management in responding to risks.
  2. Develop risk management strategies for board approval.
  3. Facilitate identification and evaluation of risks.
  4. Evaluate risk management processes.

Answer(s): D



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