Audit and Risk Management Committee

The Board of Directors convenes an Audit and Risk Management Committee (ARMC) to fulfil its oversight responsibilities for the system of internal control, the audit system, the development of a system of risk management and a process for monitoring compliance with laws and regulations. The ARMC is a standing committee of the Board of Directors.

The Committee will undertake the oversight of:

  1. The scope of work, performance and independence of internal audits;
  2. The scope of work, independence and performance of external auditors;
  3. The operation and implementation of the risk management framework, including maintenance of a risk register;
  4. Matters of accountability and internal control affecting the operations of MIT;
  5. The effectiveness of management information systems and other systems of internal control;
  6. MIT’s process for monitoring compliance with laws and regulations and its own policies and procedures;
  7. Identify risks to which MIT is exposed by comprehensive risk analysis;
  8. Commission, receive and review reports from other sources relevant to identifying MIT’s risk and exposure;
  9. Provide the Board with independent advice on the accounting, control and reporting practices of MIT including the consideration of financial statements at regular intervals;
  10. Approve the commissioning, selection, appointment and charter for Internal Audits;
  11. Receive and review the reports of Internal Audits and MIT's response;
  12. Consider external audit records, responses and related matters, including reports of the auditors;
  13. Advise the Board on any matters referred to it by the Board and report as appropriate; and,
  14. Advise the Board on potential risks arising from MIT’s part ownership of any entity (including an associated company as defined in the Accounting Standards issued by the Australian Standards Board, partnership and joint venture).

In performing its duties, the Committee will maintain effective working relationships with the Board and its other Committees, management, and the internal and external auditors. To perform his or her role effectively, each member will obtain an understanding of the detailed responsibilities of Committee membership as well as the MIT’s business, operations and risks.

Position Independent Member
Chair Yes Mr James Joughin
Member of the Board of Directors Yes Mr James Joughin
Member of the Board of Directors Yes Professor David Battersby
Group General Manager No Mr Austin Kijagulu
Executive Dean No -
External person with commercial and/or legal expertise Yes Dr. Rowena Coutts

Times: Friday 10:00 am (Week prior to the BOD meeting)
Student Participation: No
Venue: Level 6 Boardroom
Administration/Secretary: GGM
Chair: Mr James Joughin

Dates Time Venue
19/01/2024 Friday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Level 6 Boardroom
19/04/2024 Friday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Level 6 Boardroom
19/07/2024 Friday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Level 6 Boardroom
16/09/2024 Friday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Level 6 Boardroom
15/11/2024 Friday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Level 6 Boardroom

For more information, please contact:

Melbourne Campus
288 La Trobe Street, Melbourne
Phone: +61 3 8600 6700