SQA Committees

Audit Committee

The SQA Audit Committee:

• provides independent advice and assurance on the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal control, risk management systems and governance
• supports the SQA Board and Accountable Officer with regard to their responsibilities for issues of risk, control, governance and associated assurance through a process of constructive challenge
• ensures that effective arrangements are in place to provide assurances on risk management, in line with the SQA's Assurance Framework, as established in partnership with SQA's Internal Auditors.