• The CIA qualification, awarded by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
• CIA is the only globally accepted certification for internal auditors and remains a standard by which individuals can demonstrate their competence, professionalism and ethics in the field of internal auditing.
WHO CAN DO?
To register for the certification and take exams, you must hold ONE of the following:
• A degree
• The ACCA Qualification
• Two years post-secondary education (such as A-levels) and two years experience in internal audit
• Four years experience in internal audit
(If you don’t meet the criteria it doesn’t stop you studying towards the CIA – you can take the CIA training programme at any time and then apply once you become eligible.)
Before you can be awarded the CIA designation, you must also have some experience of working in internal audit or a related role. You must hold one of the following:
• A degree and two years experience
• Two years post-secondary education (such as A-levels) and five years’ experience
• Seven years experience
Note:
• Any professional qualification like ACA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, CFC, CFA etc. can give CIA exam.
• CIA Challange Exam for ACCA: ACCA can do CIA by giving one exam internal audit exam offered to ACCA members alongside membership of the IIA. If you are an qualified ACCA, by giving only one exam you can be a CIA(USA). For more details please visit www.accaglobal.com.
Course Outline
CIA (USA) Part-I Internal Audit’s Role in Governance Risk and Control |
CIA (USA) Part-II Internal Audit Practice |
CIA (USA) Part-III Internal Audit Knowledge Elements |
• Mandatory Guidance (35-45%) • Internal Control Risk (25-35%) • Conducting Internal Audit Engagements Audit Tools and Techniques (25-35%) |
• Managing the Internal Audit Function (40-50%) • Managing Individual Engagements (40-50%) • Fraud Risk and Control (5-15%) |
• Governance/ Business ethics (5-15%) • Risk Management (10-20%) • Organization Structure (15-25%) • Communication (5-10%) • Management Leadership Principles (10-15%) • IT/Business Continuity (15-25%) • Financial Management (10-20%) • Global Business Environment (0-10%) |
Exam Format
CIA (USA) Part-I Internal Audit’s Role in Governance Risk and Control |
CIA (USA) Part-II Internal Audit Practice |
CIA (USA) Part-III Internal Audit Knowledge Elements |
125 Multiple Choice Questions | 100 Multiple Choice Questions | 100 Multiple Choice Questions |
CIA Exam Passing Score: Out of the range of 250 to 750, the passing score is 600.
Exam Duration
CIA (USA) Part-I Internal Audit’s Role in Governance Risk and Control |
CIA (USA) Part-II Internal Audit Practice |
CIA (USA) Part-III Internal Audit Knowledge Elements |
2.5 Hours Offered as a CBT (Computer Based Testing) | 2 Hours Offered as a CBT (Computer Based Testing) | 2 Hours Offered as a CBT (Computer Based Testing) |
Exam Dates
CIA (USA) Part-I Internal Audit’s Role in Governance Risk and Control |
CIA (USA) Part-II Internal Audit Practice |
CIA (USA) Part-III Internal Audit Knowledge Elements |
Candidates can sit for the CIA Exam throughout the year. | Candidates can sit for the CIA Exam throughout the year. | Candidates can sit for the CIA Exam throughout the year. |
Exam Fee
| Member | Non-Member | Student |
---|---|---|---|
Application Fee | US $115 | US $230 | US $65 |
CIA Exam Part fee (three part exam) Part 1 | US $280 | US $395 | US $230 |
CIA Exam Part fee (three part exam) Part 2 | US $230 | US $345 | US $180 |
CIA Exam Part fee (three part exam) Part 3 | US $230 | US $345 | US $180 |
Exam Location
Exams are administered through the worldwide network of Pearson Vue Testing Centers and are available in accordance with local customs. To locate a Testing Center and to schedule exam appointments, visit www.pearsonvue.com