Director: Dr. Tariq Jameel Alsoud
“The Internal Control Department strives to carry out its tasks and missions with high efficiency and professionalism by adopting a systematic and organized approach that ensures the effective achievement of its objectives. The department focuses on providing independent and objective assurances, in addition to offering advisory services and risk-based insights, contributing to enhancing the university’s management processes and achieving its strategic goals.
The department seeks to promote an environment of integrity and accountability within the university through effective oversight of resources, and financial and administrative procedures, and ensure the safety of activities while protecting them from corruption and manipulation. The department’s responsibilities include verifying the university’s compliance with approved laws and policies and applying professional standards for best practices in internal auditing. Moreover, it is dedicated to improving risk management, control, and governance, which in turn, contributes to the overall enhancement of the university’s performance.
Since its establishment, the Internal Control Department has been executing its assigned tasks in accordance with applicable regulations and legislation, with a commitment to improving performance according to international auditing standards. The department aims to elevate the university in various financial, administrative, and legal fields while striving to achieve the university’s strategic objectives.
Internal auditing is a process aimed at diagnosing and addressing errors, ensuring the accuracy of accounting data, and protecting financial resources from improper practices. Over time, internal auditing has evolved to include safeguarding the institution’s funds, ensuring decisions that comply with laws and regulations, and achieving operational efficiency while effectively utilizing available resources.
Finally, internal auditing is not limited to detecting errors and holding those responsible accountable. It also includes preventive control, and anticipating violations before they occur. Furthermore, it seeks to encourage creativity, reward excellence, and ensure equality among employees in terms of rights and responsibilities. Internal auditing is an essential part of performance evaluation, working to achieve the best interests of both employees and the institution.”