Audit Services and Institute Compliance (ASIC) is an independent and objective assurance and advisory function that is guided by a philosophy of adding value to improve the operations of the California Institute of Technology (the Institute). It assists the Institute in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the organization’s governance, risk management, compliance, and internal control.
This Charter describes the mission, commitment, authority, independence, accountability, and principal responsibilities of ASIC.