Compliance and Accountability:
Avoiding COA Disallowances

Course Focus and Features

This course is designed to help government officials, finance officers, and project implementers understand the root causes of COA disallowances and how to prevent them. It offers practical guidance on compliance with audit rules, documentation standards, and internal controls to promote accountability and protect public funds.

Key Features

• Analysis of common COA disallowances and audit findings

• Practical tips for documentation and compliance

• Case studies and real-world examples

• Online delivery with expert resource speakers

• Ideal for LGUs, NGAs, SUCs, GOCCs, and project implementers

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• To identify common causes of COA disallowances and how to avoid them

• To strengthen compliance with government accounting, auditing, and procurement rules

• To promote accountability and transparency in the use of public funds

• To equip participants with tools for audit readiness and risk mitigation

What You Will Learn

Participants will gain practical knowledge in:

• COA rules, circulars, and audit procedures

• Proper documentation and justification of transactions

• Internal controls that prevent audit issues

• How to respond to audit observations and notices of disallowance

• Best practices for financial accountability and governance

Total Number of Hours - 16