Audits - Review of the Standards (On-Demand - CPA PRO)
Overview
This seminar provides a solid foundation in the practical application of the Canadian Auditing Standards (CAS) to audit engagements. Participants are given an opportunity to build on their understanding of the standards, with an emphasis on areas identified as common pitfalls in national practice inspection findings. Using a case study approach, participants practice applying the standards to a set of client-specific facts. The case study is based on the audit of a moderately complex for-profit private company. Participants will also explore the key elements of documenting an engagement working paper file including, planning, engagement execution, and reporting.
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Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- Identify common pitfall areas in audit engagements as noted by national practice inspection findings
- Demonstrate the application of key CAS requirements using a set of case study facts
- Recognize key items to be documented in an audit engagement working paper file
Content
- Introduction
- Audit Quality
- Communication with Others
- Audit Documentation
- Acceptance and Overall Audit Strategy
- Risk Assessment Procedures including Internal Control
- Performing Audit Responses
- Conclusion and Reporting
- Wrap Up
Course Content Created: September 2025
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.Presenter
Robin Diehl, CPA, CA, CBVAbout This Product
On-Demand Courses by CPA PRO are either video recordings from live seminars, or video recordings produced specifically for the on-demand audience. Slides and any corresponding handout materials are included where available.These titles are eligible for Verifiable CPD Hours – in order to claim these hours as verifiable, you will be required to successfully complete a short quiz. You will be able to print or save your electronic certificate of completion.
Note that some courses comprise both formal instruction and self-directed exercises. In such cases, participants must complete both components to claim full CPD hours, or must reduce their reported CPD hours accordingly.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.
How to get started
Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.
Course Dates & Registration
- 15.5
- CPD Hours
- 1
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 20
- Credits
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.
Audits - Review of the Standards (On-Demand - CPA PRO)
- 15.5
- CPD Hours
- 1
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 20
- Credits
Overview
This seminar provides a solid foundation in the practical application of the Canadian Auditing Standards (CAS) to audit engagements. Participants are given an opportunity to build on their understanding of the standards, with an emphasis on areas identified as common pitfalls in national practice inspection findings. Using a case study approach, participants practice applying the standards to a set of client-specific facts. The case study is based on the audit of a moderately complex for-profit private company. Participants will also explore the key elements of documenting an engagement working paper file including, planning, engagement execution, and reporting.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- Identify common pitfall areas in audit engagements as noted by national practice inspection findings
- Demonstrate the application of key CAS requirements using a set of case study facts
- Recognize key items to be documented in an audit engagement working paper file
Content
- Introduction
- Audit Quality
- Communication with Others
- Audit Documentation
- Acceptance and Overall Audit Strategy
- Risk Assessment Procedures including Internal Control
- Performing Audit Responses
- Conclusion and Reporting
- Wrap Up
Course Content Created: September 2025
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.Presenter
Robin Diehl, CPA, CA, CBVAbout This Product
On-Demand Courses by CPA PRO are either video recordings from live seminars, or video recordings produced specifically for the on-demand audience. Slides and any corresponding handout materials are included where available.These titles are eligible for Verifiable CPD Hours – in order to claim these hours as verifiable, you will be required to successfully complete a short quiz. You will be able to print or save your electronic certificate of completion.
Note that some courses comprise both formal instruction and self-directed exercises. In such cases, participants must complete both components to claim full CPD hours, or must reduce their reported CPD hours accordingly.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.
How to get started
Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.
Course Dates & Registration
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.