Book Description:
Master the latest in auditing standards with “Auditing and Assurance Services, 17th Edition” by Alvin A. Arens. This indispensable text guides students and professionals through the intricacies of the audit process, updated for new standards and practices.
Auditing and Assurance Services, 17th Edition
Author: Alvin A. Arens
ISBN: 978-0135635131
Publisher: Pearson
Language: English
Introduction:
Auditing and Assurance Services is a comprehensive and up-to-date textbook that provides a thorough understanding of the auditing process and the role of the auditor in providing assurance services. The 17th edition has been revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in auditing standards and practices, including the International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and the Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
This textbook is designed for undergraduate and graduate students in accounting and auditing programs, as well as for practitioners who wish to enhance their knowledge of auditing and assurance services. It covers a wide range of topics, which include:
- The nature and objectives of auditing
- The audit process
- Audit planning and execution
- Audit evidence
- Audit reports
- Assurance services other than audits
- Special audit considerations for various industries and organizations
- Ethical and legal responsibilities of auditors
Auditing and Assurance Services is a valuable resource for anyone who wishes to gain a deep understanding of the auditing process and the role of the auditor in providing assurance services.