The mission of Internal Audit is to help the Corporation protect University resources and enhance the achievement of enterprise-wide strategies by evaluating and monitoring risks, processes and policies significant to the University's mission.

Internal auditing at Brown University is an independent, objective assurance and consultative activity designed to add value to the organization. The internal audit program is intended to assist the University in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of risk management, control, and governance processes.