• Demonstrating an understanding of the nature of audit and appraising the fundamental principles and standards that are used to govern its practice
• Demonstrating an understanding of the internal audit function of public finance management and administration
• Identifying and applying an internal audit plan
• Managing quality control and improvement of the audit function
• Managing key relationships and networks pertaining to the internal audit function
• Explain the various approaches to budgeting within an organisation
• Ensure the strategic objectives of an organisation are achieved.
• Contribute to the efficient allocation of resources at municipalities
• Ensure that municipal funds are used effectively and efficiently.

• Communication at Level 4.
• Mathematical Literacy at Level 4.
• Accountancy at Level 4.
• Economics at Level 4.

Practitioners at local government who are involved in municipal policy decision-making and strategic planning, Learners who are required to advise on the legislative mandate of municipalities from a provincial or national government perspective, CFOS, Accountants.

• Demonstrating an understanding of the nature of audit and appraising the fundamental principles and standards that are used to govern its practice
• Demonstrating an understanding of the internal audit function of public finance management and administration
• Identifying and applying an internal audit plan
• Managing quality control and improvement of the audit function
• Managing key relationships and networks pertaining to the internal audit function
• Explain the various approaches to budgeting within an organisation
• Ensure the strategic objectives of an organisation are achieved.
• Contribute to the efficient allocation of resources at municipalities
• Ensure that municipal funds are used effectively and efficiently.