The key objectives of the centre are to stimulate relevant research, support the development/delivery of educational materials, communicate about important information integrity (II) and information systems assurance (ISA) issues and related centre activities, and promote interaction among II and ISA educators and practitioners.
The University of Waterloo Centre for Information Integrity and Information Systems Assurance (UWCISA) is sponsored by the School of Accounting and Finance at the University of Waterloo, Chartered Professional Accountants Canada and the Information Systems Audit and Control Association. Its objectives are to improve the quality of research and education in the II and ISA area at the University of Waterloo, throughout Canada and in developing economies. This centre will foster a close and continuing working relationship between the school and its sponsors.
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News
University of Waterloo is renewed in the Internal Auditing Education Partnership (IAEP)
The Institute of Internal Auditors has renewed the University of Waterloo in the Internal Auditing Education Partnership (IAEP) program for the 2023-2028 period. The IAEP program was developed to respond to the growing interest in internal audit education at institutions of higher learning and recognizes institutions that demonstrate ongoing leadership in internal audit education. The global Institute of Internal Auditors’ renewal of its affiliation with the University of Waterloo signifies that the curricula developed prepare students with the skills and knowledge to help them conduct internal audits as well as provide a foundation to begin preparing for the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) examination. Waterloo joins a select group of over 50 other distinguished institutions world-wide participating in the program.
UWCISA Executive Director inducted to The Canadian Accounting Hall of Fame
J. Efrim Boritz is recognized for his significant contributions to the development of the accounting profession in Canada and globally and inducted to The Canadian Accounting Hall of Fame.
The 3rd Interactive Business Dashboard Competition
The 3rd annual interactive dashboard competition, co-sponsored by UWCISA and the ISACA Toronto Chapter started with 91 teams (all 452 AFM112 students). 24 teams advanced to the second round. During the final round of the competition the top five teams will present their dashboard to a panel of industry and academic experts. The top performing team will receive the $1000 prize sponsored by the ISACA Toronto Chapter.
Events
13th Biennial Symposium on Information Integrity and Information Systems Assurance
The Centre for Information Integrity and Information Systems Assurance at the University of Waterloo (UWCISA) will be holding its 13th biennial symposium. Our symposia are recognized for the extensive interaction between practitioners and academics. Papers and panels from academe and practice will address risks, controls and assurance issues.