Discussion Post
• Explain what factors the auditors should have considered in assessing the fraud at The North Face. Did Deloitte meet its ethical and professional responsibilities when performing the audit?
• Having read the article assigned (Bedard et al 2004) discuss whether audit committee characteristics can affect the level of earnings management. How are non-audit fees or audit fees affected by companies managing earnings?
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.