International Professional Practices Framework - IPPF - 2017 Edition

This product is aligned to the 2017 Standards. For the new version of this product please see the Global Internal Audit Standards, 2024 Edition.

The International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF)® is the conceptual framework that organizes authoritative guidance promulgated by The IIA. A trustworthy, global, guidance-setting body, The IIA provides internal audit professionals worldwide with authoritative guidance. The IPPF includes Mandatory Guidance and Recommended Guidance.

Mandatory Guidance:

• Core Principles for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
• Definition of Internal Auditing
• Code of Ethics
• International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing 

Recommended Guidance:

• Implementation Guidance
• Supplemental Guidance

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