research each of the following ins paragraphs

1. Internal control definition; objectives

2. Components of the internal control environment controlenvironment; risk assessment; control activities; information & communication; Monitoring

3. Inherent strengths and weaknesses in internal control systems

4. Techniques for recording internal controls by the auditor Definitions; Advantages and disadvantages: (flow-chart, narrative notes, IC questionnaires, checklist, ICEQ)

5. Principles of internal controls: (SPAMSOAP) Segregation of duties, Physical and electronic access; Authorization;Management; Supervision; Organization; Arithmetic and accounting; Personnel.

6. Impact of ICT on internal controls practices and procedures:CAAT- test data and audit software (1) expert systems; (2) generalized software; (Definition, types and impact)

7. Audit Committee: nature, roles, benefits and limitations

8. Format and content of internal audit review report;