An assessment of the relevance of internal auditing in the banking industry in nigeria

Chapter ONE

INTRODUCTION

• 1.1Introduction
• 1.2Background of Study
• 1.3Problem Statement
• 1.4Objective of Study
• 1.5Limitation of Study
• 1.6Scope of Study
• 1.7Significance of Study
• 1.8Structure of the Research
• 1.9Definition of Terms

Chapter TWO

LITERATURE REVIEW

• 2.1Evolution of Internal Auditing
• 2.2Role of Internal Auditing in Banking Industry
• 2.3Regulatory Framework for Internal Auditing in Nigeria
• 2.4Internal Audit Practices in Nigerian Banks
• 2.5Challenges Faced by Internal Auditors in Banks
• 2.6Benefits of Effective Internal Auditing in Banking
• 2.7Global Best Practices in Internal Auditing
• 2.8Relationship Between Internal Audit and External Audit
• 2.9Internal Audit Automation and Technology
• 2.10Emerging Trends in Internal Auditing

Chapter THREE

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

• 3.1Research Design
• 3.2Sampling Techniques
• 3.3Data Collection Methods
• 3.4Data Analysis Tools
• 3.5Research Ethics
• 3.6Validity and Reliability
• 3.7Limitations of the Methodology
• 3.8Research Timeline

Chapter FOUR

DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS

• 4.1Overview of Research Findings
• 4.2Internal Auditing Practices in Nigerian Banks
• 4.3Effectiveness of Internal Audit Functions
• 4.4Challenges Faced by Internal Auditors
• 4.5Recommendations for Improvement
• 4.6Comparison with Global Standards
• 4.7Impact of Technology on Internal Auditing
• 4.8Future Prospects for Internal Auditing

Chapter FIVE

SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

• 5.1Summary of Findings
• 5.2Conclusion
• 5.3Recommendations
• 5.4Implications for Practice
• 5.5Areas for Future Research