A capacity-building webinar on the Baseline Assessment of Internal Control System (BAICS) was successfully conducted for internal auditors of State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) on July 3-4, 2025. The virtual session aimed to enhance auditors’ understanding and application of the BAICS framework in evaluating the effectiveness of internal control systems within their institutions.
In collaboration with the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), Ms. Josie Jane Ablir, AGIA’s Past President and one of DBM’s RPGIAM’s accredited resource speaker, handled the two-day webinar. It provided practical guidance on assessing control objectives, identifying control gaps, and documenting results, aligned with government auditing standards and internal audit best practices. Through insightful discussions and real-life case examples, the participants were equipped with tools and methodologies to support good governance and strengthen risk management and control processes in SUCs.
The initiative forms part of AGIA’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and ongoing efforts to professionalize internal audit functions in higher education institutions and ensure accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement in public service delivery. #Maris Fabricante\
