Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
The IIA is a global organization that is the internal audit profession's global voice, recognized authority, acknowledged leader, chief advocate, and principal educator. There are approximately 163,000 IIA members worldwide.
Members work in internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, information technology audit, education, and security.
Please visit the IIA website at http://www.theiia.org/ for more information.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Professional Certification
The Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is the major professional certification of the internal audit profession. There were 77,000 CIAs around the world according to the 2008-2009 IIA Annual Report.
Each section of the CIA consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, which take approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes to complete:
- Part 1 - Internal Audit Activity's Role in Governance, Risk, and Control
- Part 2 - Conducting the Internal Audit Engagement
- Part 3 - Business Analysis and Information Technology
- Part 4 - Business Management Skills
If you already have a professional certification, then part 4 will more than likely be waived. Consult the IIA Headquarters to determine if your certification qualifies for the Part 4 exemption.
OTHER SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
- Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA)
- Certification in Control of Self Assessment (CCSA)
To find out more information about these certifications, please see http://www.theiia.org/certification/new-to-iia-certifications/
