XULA ::Internal Audit

Mission: The mission of the internal audit function at Xavier University is to provide an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the University’s operations. To help the University accomplish its mission in learning, research and public service by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

To improve the accountability of Xavier University by providing services to the President and Management relating to University activities, the integrity and accuracy of University activities and records, and the economy and efficiency of operations.
To assist members of the University and the Board of Trustees in the effective discharge of their duties.
To provide reasonable assurance that the University’s goals and objectives will be met efficiently and economically, and that the system of internal control is functioning as intended.
To perform special studies and examinations requested by University management to deal with specific problems or information needs.
To perform special reviews for fraud, conflicts of interest, following up on allegations, and coordination with law officials.
To develop constructive recommendations for departmental supervisors and management to assist with the effective discharge of their duties.
To achieve excellence in providing the highest quality auditing and advisory services to the University.