Essays about: "Auditors"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 237 essays containing the word Auditors.

  1. 21. Internal Auditing in a digitalised world : A qualitative study about the internal auditor´s approach in providing assurance of cybersecurity

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Priyanka Poddar; [2022]
    Keywords : cybersecurity activity; cybersecurity assurance; internal auditing; information security;

    Abstract : This study aims to contribute to internal auditing´s body of knowledge. This will be done by identifying and evaluating the approaches taken by internal auditors in assuring in the management of an organisation's cybersecurity. Qualitative research has been undertaken for this study by collecting data through semistructured interviews. READ MORE

  3. 22. Are Big 4 role models in sustainability reporting? : A content analysis on sustainability reports of Big 4 and Swedish listed companies.

    University essay from Jönköping University

    Author : Almedina Dzankovic; Dea Celami; [2022]
    Keywords : Audit firms; sustainability; sustainability reporting; normative isomorphism; mimetic isomorphism;

    Abstract : Research problem: The purpose of this study is to extend existing knowledge on the determinants of sustainability reporting. Institutional theory, legitimacy theory, CSR and TBL are used to find out if: (1) audit firms’ sustainability reports are an influencing factor on non-audit firms’ sustainability reports, (2) if audit firms’ sustainability reports are an influencing factor on their clients’ sustainability reports. READ MORE

  4. 23. The decision-making process to leave the audit profession : How female senior managers reach their decision to resign

    University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Företagsekonomi

    Author : Carita Ly; Ulrika Karsberg; [2022]
    Keywords : Auditing; Audit Profession; Audit firm; Decision-making process; Female senior manager; Resignation.;

    Abstract : Background/problematization: The audit industry has historically been characterized by male dominance, and it has long been a problem to succeed in retaining women throughout the work life. Female senior managers are influenced by triggering factors that cause them to consider their continuation in the audit profession. READ MORE

  5. 24. Is Blockchain Just a Buzz Word or Will It Change The Way of Auditing? An Empirical Study on Blockchain and the Audit Profession

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

    Author : Lisa Tengbom; Elin Carlberg; [2022]
    Keywords : Blockchain; Auditing; Transparency; Efficiency; Quality;

    Abstract : The purpose of this thesis is to examine the impact of blockchain technology (BT) on the audit profession, which is a topic that has previously received little attention. Moreover, we contribute to existing research by taking both an internal and external perspective, interviewing auditors and blockchain experts. READ MORE

  6. 25. Artificial Intelligence as a Disruptive Business Model in Auditing. A study of the impact of artificial intelligence on auditors’ skills and competence, audit process, and audit quality

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : David Klutse Yebi; Edwin Kenneth Cudjoe; [2022]
    Keywords : Artificial Intelligence AI ; disruptive technology; auditors’ skills and competence; audit process; audit quality;

    Abstract : Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how businesses, governments, organizations and individuals operate. Most businesses are now moving away from traditional systems of operation into employing and leveraging on technologies like AI to deliver superior goods and services to their clients. READ MORE