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Topics Awaiting Proposals for Funding and Development
The Institute of Internal Auditors Research Foundation (IIARF) encourages research of discovery, integration, and application along the broad areas included in The IIA definition that identifies internal audit as an integral part of an organization's governance, risk, and control processes.We invite interested researchers throughout the world to undertake research initiatives that promote thought leadership, create new knowledge, and offer innovative ideas for the internal audit profession. Any research funded by The IIARF must clearly demonstrate a link to internal auditing and the specific implications for the profession.
Internal Audit Research Priority Topics
The Foundation currently is seeking research in the following areas, click on the topic for more information and submission guidelines. These topics are not in any particular priority order, all proposals will be evaluated equally:
Funding Guidelines
Contracts for research are awarded twice annually, in June and December. The IIARF will accept proposals between January 1 and April 30 for approvals in June, and between July 1 and October 31 for approvals in December.
The number of projects selected for funding will depend on the quality and number of proposals received and the total dollar amount of funds requested. In 2010, The Foundation has available US$135,000 in funding for proposals submitted during the year.Organizations interested in funding research in internal auditing, please contact research@theiia.org for further information.
Other Topics
Researchers interested in topics that are not on the priorities list are asked to submit an “Intent to Propose” form. The topic and approach outlined will be evaluated by a review team and if accepted, you will be invited to submit a full Proposal for funding.
For additional perspective on the past, present and future of internal auditing, with topics for further research, see Research Opportunities in Internal Auditing.
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Authors interested in developing products for The IIARF Bookstore, please go to "Become an Author" at The IIARF Bookstore.
Additional questions, contact:
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