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xix ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Noranda Education sincerely acknowledges the work and dedication of the author in completing this book, and the contributions of external advisors, reviewers, designers and technical staff who provided assistance for the development of this book in print and digital formats. Their names are not disclosed for reasons of privacy and confidentiality. Noranda Education also wishes to acknowledge the contributions of the Committee of Sponsoring Organization of the Treadway Commission (COSO) and the International Standards Association (ISO) who develop guidelines and standards for risk management. Research studies and articles published by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Institute of Internal Auditors, the Risk and Insurance Management Society, and the National Association of Corporate Directors were also very helpful. The outstanding work of academics and professional services firms who conduct leading edge research and publish their findings and insights is also recognized and referenced throughout this book. In particular, the leadership and research conducted by academics of the ERM Initiative of the Poole College of Management, North Carolina State University deserves a special mention. In addition, the research and publications of firms such as Boston Consulting Group, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, McKinsey & Company, Protiviti and many others were examined and referenced where appropriate. The publications of many other academics were also examined as part of the research conducted to develop this textbook. Their publications are also referenced throughout this textbook.