Q: 8
Management of an area under review is aggressive, upset, and questioning the knowledge and experience of the organization's internal auditors, as the audit results highlight critical findings. The relationship between the internal audit activity and management has continued to degenerate. as previous audit reports also showed a large number of issues. What would be the best strategy for working through the current audit results while also attempting to repair the relationship with management?
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Discussion
Option B
D
D , had something like this in a mock and D was the answer.
B tbh, official IIA resources usually say to preserve critical findings but soften the tone to keep things productive. Seen similar wording in some practice tests too. Pretty sure this is what they’re looking for, unless I missed something.
I see folks leaning toward B, but D seems right to me. Offering help with implementation feels like the best way to rebuild trust and show auditors are collaborating. Am I missing something about why D isn't chosen?
So tired of these IIA questions always being so picky about tone vs. substance. Its D for me, because assisting with action plans actually builds trust, and helps management see audit as a partner. Maybe not textbook, but in practice this is what moves the relationship forward. Anyone else do it this way?
C vs D. I think C is more direct since you defend the audit, but D is tempting because assisting might fix the relationship. Trap is A, changing ratings isn't ethical.
I don’t see A being right here. B fits best since you keep the critical issues but smooth out the tone, which helps mend the relationship without hiding problems. That’s what most IIA guidance says. Pretty sure about this, but open for debate if anyone disagrees.
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