Office of Internal Audit

Office of Internal Audit

Email 605-688-5157

About us

The Office of Internal Audit serves as an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve ��«Ӱҵ's operations. It helps SDSU accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

Internal Audit Charter

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Internal Audit Process

Learn more about the independent and objective services we have that add value and help improve the university's operations.

Internal Audit Process

Internal Audit Process

Learn more about how our office works collectively with you, the audit client.

Internal Audit Process

Risk Assessment and Planning

Learn more about the internal auditor's yearly risk assessment and an annual audit plan.

Risk Assessment and Planning

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Internal Control / Fraud Deterrence

What is fraud, how to prevent it, and how to report it.

Internal Control / Fraud Deterrence

Mission, Vision, and Values

Mission

Assist the university in achieving its strategic and operational objectives by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight to SDSU management and staff that improves the organization's operations.

Vision

To be recognized as a trusted advisor, partner, and key resource assisting management and staff with achieving SDSU's strategic objectives.

Core Values

Excellence

Excellence is achieved through continuous improvement, assessment and accountability. We provide excellent services to the university’s faculty, staff and students to improve the operations in a value-added manner.

Objectivity

We perform our duties in an independent and unbiased manner based on facts obtained from informed analyses of the issues and a clear understanding of the operations.

Confidentiality

We take confidentiality seriously and do not disclose information gathered during the audit to anyone outside of the audit function without the appropriate authority.

People-Centered

We recognize leadership is derived from service to others. We work alongside university employees to provide services that are effective and efficient.

Creativity

Creativity is our cornerstone to expand knowledge, develop human understanding and enrich quality of life. We develop creative and innovative approaches to key issues facing the university.

Integrity

We act with organizational and personal integrity, through honest interactions, professionalism, transparent and accountable decision-making, and respect for others. We exhibit trust, fairness, honesty, respect and ethical behavior in our service to the university.

Diversity

We are committed to diversity of community and ideas. We actively seek collaboration and we respect individuals with differing perspectives, backgrounds and areas of expertise.