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IIA-CIA-PART2 · Question #340

During follow-up. the internal auditor discovered that operational management did not implement effective actions to address a significant control breach If the issue is left unresolved it may…

The correct answer is C. Discuss the matter with senior management. If operational management has not implemented effective actions to address a significant control breach, the most appropriate next step for the chief audit executive is to discuss the matter with senior management. This step involves escalating the issue to a higher level of…

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Question

During follow-up. the internal auditor discovered that operational management did not implement effective actions to address a significant control breach If the issue is left unresolved it may result in regulatory sanctions and damage the organization's reputation What is the most appropriate next step for the chief audit executive to lake?

Options

  • AReport the matter to the board
  • BImplement the recommended control to address the exposure
  • CDiscuss the matter with senior management
  • DAsk the regulatory agency to persuade management to address the issue

How the community answered

(23 responses)
  • A
    9% (2)
  • B
    17% (4)
  • C
    65% (15)
  • D
    9% (2)

Explanation

If operational management has not implemented effective actions to address a significant control breach, the most appropriate next step for the chief audit executive is to discuss the matter with senior management. This step involves escalating the issue to a higher level of authority to ensure that the risks associated with the control breach are properly understood and addressed. If senior management fails to take appropriate action, the CAE may then escalate the issue to the

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#follow-up#unresolved findings#escalation process#regulatory risk

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