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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology via Coursera

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The course is awarded The Best Free Online Courses of All Time, and Best Online Courses of the Year (2021 Edition) by Class Central (http://www.classcentral.com). --- Information systems (IS) are important assets to business organizations and are ubiquitous in our daily lives. With the latest IS technologies emerging, such as Big Data, FinTech, Virtual Banks, there are more concerns from the public on how organizations maintain systems’ integrity, such as data privacy, information security, the compliance to the government regulations. Management in organizations also need to be assured that systems work the way they expected. IS auditors play a crucial role in handling these issues. In the course “Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance”, you will explore risks of information systems, and how to mitigate the risks by proper IS Controls. You will also get familiar with the IS Audit procedures and how they are applied during the IS development throughout the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Finally, you will get to observe how we can make the system changes more manageable using formal IS Management practices, such as Change Management Controls and Emergency Changes. The conversations between the course instructor - Prof. Percy Dias, and the IS auditing practitioner will give you a concrete idea on how IS auditors perform their duties, the qualities to become IS auditors and future prospects of IS auditing industry. This course is suitable for students and graduates from Information Systems, Information Technology and Computer Science, and IT practitioners who are interested to get into the IS auditing field. It is also a good starting point for learners who would like to pursue further studies for IS audit certifications – such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

Syllabus

  • Introduction to Information Systems (IS) Auditing
    • IS Auditing is related to risks, controls and assurance. In the first module, Prof. Dias introduces what risk is about. Getting deeper to risk, the 3-step risk management process is elaborated. To manage risks, controls need to be established. Prof. Dias also demonstrates with daily examples on what the controls are.
  • Perform IS auditing
    • You may have heard of financial auditing, do you know the difference between IS auditing and financial auditing? You are going to explore more about IS auditing through the conversation between Prof. Dias and the IS audit practitioner. Prof. Dias then explains the general IS audit procedures and two major testings that IS auditors/compliance officers have to conduct. Prof. Dias also explains the procedure to obtain evidence in order to produce justified audit reports.
  • Business Application Development and the Roles of IS Auditors
    • IT practitioners develop business applications following the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC). IS auditors are in place to ensure the controls are implemented to mitigate the risks of developing application systems throughout the SDLC. Prof. Dias is going to review what IT practitioners usually do, and further elaborate the role that IS auditors play in different phases of SDLC.
  • IS Maintenance and Control
    • Information systems seldom remain static, it is common for users to make change requests to add new features, or refine existing functions some time after the information system launches. Organizations should follow a formal procedure to make the changes in their systems manageable. Prof. Dias is going to give you an overview on the change management controls which organizations should follow. Different kinds of maintenance practices, and Emergency Controls are also discussed in this module. Finally, Percy's conversations with the IS audit practitioner give you better insights on the future development of IS audit and how IS audit support the newly emerged FinTech industry.

Taught by

Garvin Percy DIAS

Reviews

4.7 rating, based on 705 Class Central reviews

4.7 rating at Coursera based on 3692 ratings

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    Noor Abdi
    As someone who embarked on a quest to expand my knowledge in the realm of Information Systems Auditing, Controls, and Assurance, I had the pleasure of enrolling in a course that exceeded all expectations. This comprehensive program truly offered an…
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    Course Review: Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance I recently completed the "Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance" course offered by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology via Coursera, and I must say th…
  • Anonymous
    Great and easy to understand course. It gives you the most important now-how of auditing and an extended view on system development/maintenance. I strongly recommend it!
  • Anonymous
    I recently completed the "Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance" course, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations. This comprehensive course provided an in-depth exploration of auditing principles, controls, and assurance in in…
  • Anonymous
    The IS audit course is an excellent foundational program that thoroughly explains key concepts in detail. It covers a wide range of topics, from system maintenance and change management to adaptive and perfective maintenance practices. The course al…
  • Farrukh Ashraf
    The course was extremely helpful in understanding not only IS auditing but also taught a great sense of Risk Management as well as Project Management subjects. Professor Percy Dias has done a tremendous job and used a great variety of scenarios to get the information delivered. He has truly delivered! Ms. Gloria Luk was also a best guest giving incredible insights and information on the subject, being a practitioner.

    I am also very much thankful to Coursera and its entire team for giving us this opportunity.
  • Anonymous
    This course provides a comprehensive overview of information systems audit, control, and assurance. It effectively covers risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and internal controls with practical examples. The content is well-structured, enhancing understanding through clear explanations and relevant case studies. However, more interactive elements could further engage learners. Overall, it's a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding and implementing effective IT governance practices.
  • Anonymous
    I had the privilege of taking the Information Systems Auditing, Controls, and Assurance course, and it was an exceptional learning experience. This course provided a comprehensive understanding of the critical field of information systems auditing,…
  • Anonymous
    The course is exceptionally well-structured, covering key concepts in IS auditing with clear, concise explanations from Professor Garvin Percy DIAS. The practical insights and real-world examples provided made the material engaging and easy to understand. The flexible schedule and well-designed assessments further enhanced my learning experience. Highly recommended for anyone interested in IS auditing or IT management!
  • Anonymous
    very good course you should take this course for better understanding of IS audit and procedures in any organization. It is helpful for CISA certification also.
  • Anonymous
    The course effectively covers key topics such as risk assessment, control frameworks, and audit methodologies, making it accessible for both beginners and those seeking to deepen their knowledge. Prof. Dias's engaging teaching style, along with real-world examples, enhances understanding and retention. Overall, it's a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their skills in IS auditing.
  • Anonymous
    it was really helpful for me I've achieved many important tips in this course program, I have understood data validation and the many kinds of checks like sequence check, limit check, limit check, range check, validity check, completeness check, duplicate and many more tips that were really useful for me and help full for my future education and acknowledgment and here I want to thanks from Hong kong university that enrolled me to this program and I could earn the knowledge
  • Kalim Ahmad Mazumdar
    Though the course content was known to me, for being in to IT service for couple of decades, and handling many IT projects in professional life, I came to know a few things more systematically through this course. And I am sure - the notes I have taken, for answering the quizes, is going to help me, as quick refernce, in my future project involement.
  • Ruqayat
    I was skeptical at first before registering for this course ,but now I'm glad I did because it has really helped me and given me confidence .I like the way the topics were simplified, it makes it easy to understand for a beginner. Its also good for someone preparing for an interview because for me it gave me lots of insight and simplified everything for me
  • Anonymous
    Title: Comprehensive and Insightful Exploration of Information Systems Auditing Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/3) Review: The course on Information Systems Auditing, Controls, and Assurance exceeded my expectations. The content was well-structured, providing a co…
  • Anonymous
    The course though was quite difficult for a fresher like me, but eventually, it became easy as i have learnt about Systems Development Life Cycle (SLDC) during my college days, so it gave a broader view on the topic as well as from a different angle of an IS Audit. i truly appreciate this course, it has broadened my knowledge greatly.
  • Anonymous
    you learn more in this course and everything is explained ,This course really helped me gain knowledge regarding IS audits, controls and assurance. Professors explanation was good and easily understandable. Guest interview made me acquire practical knowledge.
  • Swapnali
    This course offers a thorough introduction to IS auditing, controls, and assurance. It helps in gaining a deeper understanding of IS audit. I'm glad I took this course and feel more confident in my understanding of IS auditing and controls.
  • Egbewunmi Oluwasegun Samson
    I can say I am a better person than I was before starting the course. It was so insightful and mind-blowing. I will willingly and with no doubt recommend the course to colleagues and friends who are willing to develop skills and learn more as regards auditing as a career.
    The courses, tutor, materials and class work was great and really helpful towards the purpose of taking the course.

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