There are five components of internal control:

1) Control environment

2) Risk assessment

3) Control activities

4) Information and communication system

5) Monitoring processes.

In your own words explain the purpose of internal controls. Then select one of the components shown above and explain the role it plays in protecting the assets of the business. Many of these activities can be observed in the workplace both inside and outside of the accounting department. Please share any work experiences you may have had with these activities or any that you have observed in other businesses, even if they are not in the accounting department. Be sure to provide a reference for any material used from a source.