Qualified Internal Auditor

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

CIA is the most widely recognized internal auditing certification. It demonstrates the competence, integrity, and excellence of the person in assuring the protection and efficiency of an organization"s resources.

Focus

The Qualified Internal Auditor certification focuses on Internal Audit

Exam Duration

The Qualified Internal Auditor exam duration is 4 hours

Num of Question

The exam contains a total of 210

Exam Fee

The exam fee is $245.

Exam Validity

The CCRN-Pediatric certification is valid for 24 months.

Prior Certification

• Prerequisites include a bachelor"s degree or equivalent, and two years of internal auditing experience (plus 10 hours of approved professional development in the last 18 months)

Exam Format

The Qualified Internal Auditor exam is a Online proctored examination

Passing Conditions

To pass Qualified Internal Auditor exam, applicants must achieve a minimum score of A composite score of 75 or higher and an aggregate score of 720 or higher on the Written Communications case

Who Should Take

Internal auditors and those seeking advancement within their careers

• Internal Auditor
• Auditing Manager
• Internal Audit Manager
• Supervising/Leading a department.

Prerequisites

2 years of internal auditing experience for candidates without prior internal auditing experience; 1 year of internal auditing experience is acceptable if a master"s degree or higher with internal auditing coursework.

Or can substitute with certifications:

• Optional: 2 years of other relevant experience
• Optional: Demonstrated broad experience as a chief audit executive or in a related senior audit position

Certification Process

• Step 1: Gain Eligibility - Fulfill the eligibility requirements set by The Institute of Internal Auditors
• Step 2: Establish a CIA Study Plan - Set a comprehensive study plan to take the exam
• Step 3: Pass the CIA Exam - Pass the CIA exam within 24 months of eligibility.
• Step 4: Complete Continuing Professional Education (CPE) - Engage in continuous learning by obtaining continuing professional education credit
• Step 5: Maintain Certification - Upon completing the above steps, the candidate becomes a Certified Internal Auditor and must adhere to a set of code ethics

Domains with Weights

• Risk Management & Control (RM) (24%): This domain emphasizes the auditor"s role in monitoring and assessing risk and implementing effective controls.
• Governance, Risk, and Control (GRC) (25%): GRC covers the knowledge and skills required for auditing an organization"s overall risk management process, as well as the framework of an effective GRC system.
• Auditing Procedures (AP) (17%): Audit procedures focus on gathering evidence using various techniques to reach a valid conclusion about an organization"s risk and control environment.
• Information Systems (IS) (16%): IS emphasizes the unique characteristics of information systems and the auditor"s role in planning and executing an audit in this arena.
• Communication (COMM) (18%): Communication refers to the important skills needed for auditors to obtain clear and concise information and communicate effectively with stakeholders.