Internal Audit Mission, Goals and Objectives

Mission Statement

Weber State University Internal Audit is an independent appraisal activity within the University for the review of operations as a service to management. It is a managerial control, which functions by measuring and evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of controls and operations. The Internal Audit Department is committed to providing a professional, in-depth and responsive appraisal service.

Goals and Objectives

  • Assist the University Community in obtaining its goals in an efficient and effective manner by recommending procedures to improve controls and operational efficiencies.
  • Provide assurance to the University that necessary financial and management controls are present to safeguard loss or misuse of funds.
  • Recommend controls for the prevention and detection of fraud and misappropriation.
  • Ascertain compliance within established government laws, regulations and university policy and procedures (PPM).
  • Render advice and recommendations for improving efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
  • Focus on the future by improving processes.
  • Offer consulting services concerning issues related to internal controls, special investigations, and other areas of concern.

Weber State University

Ogden, Utah 84408