RS 17:3138.6: Internal auditing function of the Board of Regents

In addition to any other powers and duties authorized for the Board of Regents by this Chapter, the board shall establish an internal audit function and shall establish an office of the chief audit executive who shall be responsible for ensuring that the internal audit function adheres to the Institute of Internal Auditors, International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. The chief audit executive shall maintain organizational independence in accordance with these standards and shall have direct and unrestricted access to the board. The chief audit executive shall annually certify to the board that the internal audit function conforms to the Institute of Internal Auditors, International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.