Course At-a-Glance
This course is divided into four major segments, covering the nature, purposes, and scope of assurance engagements. It focuses on the legal and regulatory environment of auditing, professional ethics, and the process of carrying out an audit in line with International Standards on Auditing.
Syllabus Weight Distribution
This chart shows the weight of each major section in the final assessment. Hover over a segment to see details.
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Topic Weight Breakdown
17-Day Crash Course Study Plan
This study plan is designed to help you prepare effectively in a short amount of time by focusing on the highest-weighted topics first to maximize your score.
High-Value Topics (70% of marks)
- C. Assurance Engagement & Reporting (40%)
- B. Internal Control & Audit Framework (30%)
Medium-Value Topics (30% of marks)
- A. Introduction to Audit and Assurance (20%)
- D. Auditors Role in Emerging Areas (10%)
Strategy
Dedicate the most time to the high-value topics. This plan is divided into three phases: focusing on high-value topics, then medium-value topics, and finally, a concentrated review and practice period.
| Date | Day | Topic | Time Slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1: High-Value Focus | |||
| Aug 27, 2025 | Day 1 | Assurance Engagement and Reporting (40%) | 9 AM - 12 PM: Process of Assurance Engagement (Part 1) 2 PM - 5 PM: Process of Assurance Engagement (Part 2) |
| Aug 28, 2025 | Day 2 | Assurance Engagement and Reporting (40%) | 9 AM - 11 AM: Other Relevant Standards & ISAs 2 PM - 4 PM: Practice Problems 4 PM - 5 PM: Review & Note-taking |
| Aug 29, 2025 | Day 3 | Internal Control and Audit Framework (30%) | 9 AM - 12 PM: Internal Control & its Components 2 PM - 4 PM: Professional Ethics & Framework 4 PM - 5 PM: Practice Problems |
| Aug 30, 2025 | Day 4 | Internal Control and Audit Framework (30%) | 9 AM - 12 PM: Framework and Legal Provisions 2 PM - 4 PM: IT Controls & Questionnaires 4 PM - 5 PM: Practice Problems |
| Aug 31, 2025 | Day 5 | Review & Solidify | 9 AM - 12 PM: Review High-Value Topics (C, B) 2 PM - 4 PM: Practice Mixed High-Value Questions |
| Week 2: Medium-Value & Practice | |||
| Sep 1, 2025 | Day 6 | Introduction to Audit & Assurance (20%) | 9 AM - 11 AM: Fundamental Concepts & Scope 2 PM - 4 PM: Responsibilities & Professional Liabilities |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Day 7 | Auditors Role in Emerging Areas (10%) | 9 AM - 11 AM: IT and Information Systems Audit 2 PM - 4 PM: Public Sector & Special Audit |
| Sep 3, 2025 | Day 8 | Review & Prep | 9 AM - 12 PM: Review all Medium-Value Topics 2 PM - 4 PM: Prepare for Mock Exam |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Day 9 | Practice Exam 1 | 9 AM - 12 PM: Take Full Mock Exam 2 PM - 4 PM: Analyze Results & Identify Weaknesses |
| Sep 5, 2025 | Day 10 | Final Review | 9 AM - 12 PM: Comprehensive Review of all topics 2 PM - 4 PM: Go over past papers and practice problems. |
| Sep 6, 2025 | Day 11 | Final Review | 9 AM - 12 PM: Comprehensive Review of all topics 2 PM - 4 PM: Go over past papers and practice problems. |
| Sep 7, 2025 | Day 12 | Final Review | 9 AM - 12 PM: Comprehensive Review of all topics 2 PM - 4 PM: Go over past papers and practice problems. |
| Sep 8, 2025 | Day 13 | Final Review | 9 AM - 12 PM: Comprehensive Review of all topics 2 PM - 4 PM: Go over past papers and practice problems. |
| Sep 9, 2025 | Day 14 | Final Review | 9 AM - 12 PM: Comprehensive Review of all topics 2 PM - 4 PM: Go over past papers and practice problems. |
| Sep 10, 2025 | Day 15 | Final Review | 9 AM - 12 PM: Comprehensive Review of all topics 2 PM - 4 PM: Go over past papers and practice problems. |
| Sep 11, 2025 | Day 16 | Final Review | 9 AM - 12 PM: Comprehensive Review of all topics 2 PM - 4 PM: Go over past papers and practice problems. |
| Final Countdown: Refine & Rehearse | |||
| Sep 12, 2025 | Day 17 | Focused Review | 9 AM - 11 AM: Re-study topics with mistakes from Mock 1 2 PM - 4 PM: Practice specific problem types from weak areas |
| Sep 13, 2025 | Day 18 | Practice Exam | 9 AM - 12 PM: Take a Full Mock Exam 2 PM - 4 PM: Analyze Results, note improvement |
| Sep 14, 2025 | Day 19 | Final Prep | 9 AM - 11 AM: Review Key Concepts & Formulas 11 AM - 12 PM: Relax & Rest 2 PM - 4 PM: Light Review of notes |
| Sep 15, 2025 | Day 20 | Final Prep | 9 AM - 11 AM: Review Key Concepts & Formulas 11 AM - 12 PM: Relax & Rest 2 PM - 4 PM: Light Review of notes |
| Sep 16, 2025 | Day 21 | Final Prep | 9 AM - 11 AM: Review Key Concepts & Formulas 11 AM - 12 PM: Relax & Rest 2 PM - 4 PM: Light Review of notes |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Day 22 | Final Prep | 9 AM - 11 AM: Review Key Concepts & Formulas 11 AM - 12 PM: Relax & Rest 2 PM - 4 PM: Light Review of notes |
| Sep 18, 2025 | Day 23 | Exam Day 🎉 | Morning: Quick review of key points Afternoon: Crush the Exam! |