Since 1974, there has only been one internal audit designation that has garnered global recognition, career advancement, and professional credibility – Certified Internal Auditor ( CIA ) certification is the one, 50 years of setting the gold standard. Earning the CIA credential is investing in gold.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Eligibility
To be approved into the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA ) program, the candidate must either:
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher, or
• Hold an active Internal Audit Practitioner designation, or
• Possess five years of internal audit experience, or
• Be an active student in your final year of college, or *
• Be an active student with an approved Internal Audit Education Partnership (IAEP) school. *
*Note: You are able to take the CIA exams, however, your certification will not be awarded until your degree is completed and all program requirements met.
Acceptable Documents for CIA,IIA
• Copy of your degree or official transcripts (If your name has changed since you earned your degree, you must also include your legal name change document.)
• Letter from university confirming degree.
• Letter from evaluation services confirming degree level.
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CIA exams.
125 questions | 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
The Certified Internal Auditor ( CIA ) exam Part 1 is well aligned with The IIA’s International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and includes six domains covering the foundation of internal auditing; independence and objectivity; proficiency and due professional care; quality assurance and improvement programs; governance, risk management, and control; and fraud risk. Part one tests candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, particularly the Attribute Standards (series 1000, 1100, 1200, and 1300) as well as Performance Standard 2100.
100 questions | 2.0 hours (120 minutes)
The CIA exam Part 2 includes four domains focused on managing the internal audit activity, planning the engagement, performing the engagement, and communicating engagement results and monitoring progress. Part 2 tests candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities particularly related to Performance Standards (series 2000, 2200, 2300, 2400, 2500, and 2600) and current internal audit practices.
100 questions | 2.0 hours (120 minutes)
The CIA exam Part 3 includes four domains focused on business acumen, information security, information technology, and financial management. Part Three is designed to test candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities, particularly as they relate to these core business concepts.
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CIA Challenge exam
The CIA Challenge Exam is your chance to join more than 195,000 CIAs with diverse professional and educational backgrounds from more than 150 countries, who have achieved this highly respected global certification.
As an active CPA or CA holder, you can take advantage of this limited-time opportunity to earn the Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®) designation through the CIA Challenge Exam. This expedited process allows you to obtain the CIA designation after successfully passing a one-part examination.
The CIA Challenge Exam only includes content not covered on your CPA or CA exam, saving you time and money.
The one-part exam is consolidated, concise, and cost-effective because it’s:
- Comprised of 150 multiple choice questions based on the syllabus.
- Based on the International Professional Practices Framework and Standards.
- Only up to 180 minutes.
- Offered in English only.
- Based on scaled scoring and a passing score of 600 is required out of 750 points.
- Developed following best practices with the support of experts and professionals.
- Available via online testing or at a testing center.
ACCA Fee and Charges
The pricing below is applicable in the United States, Canada, and many other countries throughout the world for Certified Internal Auditor ( CIA ) . However, these prices may be different in countries where exams are administered through agreements with IIA Affiliates. Please contact your local Affiliate to verify the pricing structure and applicable taxes. All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
2024 Certification Exam Price – Effective 1 July 2024 | |||
Students | Member | Non-Member | Student |
CIA Application US $65 | US $120 | US $240 | US$65 |
CIA Part 1 Exam US $245 | US $310 | US $445 | US$245 |
CIA Part 2 Exam US $215 | US $280 | US $415 | US$215 |
CIA Part 3 Exam US $ 215 | US $280 | US $415 | US$215 |
Cia Challenge exam fee.
IIA Member Rate: $1,255 USD
Nonmember Rate: $1,625 USD