CRISC Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control – Question343

Which of the following controls focuses on operational efficiency in a functional area sticking to management policies?

A.
Internal accounting control
B. Detective control
C. Administrative control
D. Operational control

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Explanation: Administrative control is one of the objectives of internal control and is concerned with ensuring efficiency and compliance with management policies.
Incorrect Answers:
A: It controls accounting operations, including safeguarding assets and financial records.
B: Detective control simply detects and reports on the occurrence of an error, omission or malicious act.
D: It focuses on day-to-day operations, functions, and activities. It also ensures that all the organization’s objectives are being accomplished.