representations of the phenomenon under study. For Mills (2003)‚ data collection methods under this approach might include face to face interviews‚ making observations and recording interactions. The findings have greater validity but lower reliability and objectivity. Quantitative approach refers to the method wherein data collected can be measured‚ analysed and presented in such a manner that it reflects a cause-effect relationship. Since the research can be replicated‚ it has the merit of higher reliability
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audit 159 10. Documentation 169 11. Evidence and sampling 185 12. Management representations 209 13. Substantive procedures – key financial statement figures 221 14. Codes of professional ethics 251 15. Integrity‚ objectivity and independence 263 16. Confidentiality 287 Sample paper 299 © The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales‚ March 2009 v vi © The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales‚ March 2009 INTRODUCTION 1 Introduction 1.1 What
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Teacher: Ayesha Shaffi Unit 1 - Understanding Children’s Development Course/Qualification: First Diploma in Children’s Care‚ Learning and Development Group: Duration: 2.5 hours No of Sessions 10 Delivery hours: 10 sessions x 2.5hrs‚ 3 hr workshops‚ and part of 3 wk - 30hr placement practice Venue: J218 Aim of course: 1) Students to understand the growth and development of children 0-16 yrs‚ 2) Students to understand the purpose of observations and to gain experience of undertaking
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BUSINESS RESEARCH METHODOLOGY TUTORIAL 1. Why do we need to conduct social science research? Explain the differences between deductive and inductive research. Social science research refers to any scientific study of human action and interaction focusing on elements of thought and behaviour that are in some sense social. As such‚ social scientists aspire to science. They intend to study human action and interaction and thought and behaviour in a systematic‚ rigorous‚ evidence-based‚ generalizing
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CASE STUDY and ANALYSIS * CASE 1 With regards to the comment of the junior consultant‚ I could say that although it is better for a consultant t to maintain the confidentiality as a result of professional relationship‚ it should be noted also that consultants do have ethical requirements being followed in the conduct if work. Moreover‚ a consultant cannot be deterred from performing its professional duty to disclose this information to the external auditors who have the greater responsibility
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International Federation of Accountants 545 Fifth Avenue‚ 14th Floor New York‚ New York 10017 USA This publication was prepared by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). Its mission is to serve the public interest‚ strengthen the worldwide accountancy profession and contribute to the development of strong international economies by establishing and promoting adherence to high quality professional standards‚ furthering the international convergence of such standards and speaking out on
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International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board ISQC 1 April 2009 International Standard on Quality Control Quality Control for Firms that Perform Audits and Reviews of Financial Statements‚ and Other Assurance and Related Services Engagements International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board International Federation of Accountants 545 Fifth Avenue‚ 14th Floor New York‚ New York 10017 USA This International Standard on Quality Control (ISQC) 1‚ “Quality Control for Firms that
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What is peer review and how to perform one Peer review is not a new term in performance management. However‚ despite it being relatively old‚ some organizations are yet to develop systems that enhance effective use of peer reviews. Others have not adopted this system because they prefer the traditional manager led appraisals. Some have also not considered the effectiveness of this appraisal method. It is therefore important for you to understand what peer review involves and how you can perform
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Compare and Contrast Three Codes of Professional Conduct as They Affect Practicing Psychologists: Australian‚ British and USA Ethical conduct across a number of disciplines not limited to the field of psychology is an issue that occupies legislatures‚ regulatory agencies‚ educators and professional societies alike. Most professions have a code with standards that guide practice within that particular field. The increase in the number of practicing psychologists and the fields in which they are
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