Question: I get really nervous before taking exams. Any suggestions? Answer: Test anxiety is natural and to be expected on exam day. If you have difficulty managing your stress, try these stress reducing techniques. First, attempt to recognize the factors that contribute to your anxiety. Do you lose perspective of the exam, seeing it as...Read More

Candidates preparing to take the Certified Internal Auditor exam must pay different registration fees before they can sit for the exam. These fees may vary depending on what country you take the exam in, your status as an IIA member, and whether or not you are a full time student or professor. A tax applies...Read More

In your final week or two of preparation for the CIA exam, you should be busy completing your final review. There are several things you should remember as your exam date approaches. Here are some last-minute tips from Gleim. If you don’t know the answer, guess, but make it an educated guess. An educated guess...Read More

Computerized CIA Exam The IIA’s online Certification Candidate Management System (CCMS) allows candidates to apply for certification programs, register for exams, and access their records online. Before attempting to register, candidates should be aware of the following: International candidates from a country that administers IIA certifications through a local certification agreement cannot use/access the CCMS....Read More

Question: I am a CIA but I have not practiced in the last few years. How can I become a practicing CIA again? Answer: To reinstate your active status with the IIA, non-practicing CIAs must complete the required continuing professional education. Please go to The IIA’s website for information on CPE requirements.Read More

Experience Required To become a CIA you must have the following work experience: CIA candidates must complete 24 months of internal auditing experience or its equivalent. Acceptable equivalent experience includes audit/assessment disciplines, including external auditing, quality assurance, compliance, and internal control. A master’s degree or work experience in related business professions (such as accounting, law,...Read More

Global Technology Audit Guides (GTAG) The IIA plans to produce a series of publications that provide practical guidance in the field of information technology. Written primarily for the chief internal audit executive and audit supervisors, the Global Technology Audit Guides (GTAG) will address concerns of the board of directors and chief-level executives. Each GTAG will...Read More

Recruit Your Colleagues! Members of The IIA receive many benefits, including discounts on their application fees to the CIA and other certification exams offered by The IIA, as well as networking and educational opportunities. For more information on how membership can benefit you, visit The IIA’s website. The IIA is now inviting all current members...Read More

The “Study Tip of the Week” discusses the importance of always preparing with the current edition of the CIA Review materials. The Gleim CIA Review 14th Edition is now shipping! You want to put yourself in position for passing the CIA Exam on your first attempt. Make sure you are using the most up-to-date materials...Read More

Question: I am not sitting for the CIA exam inside the US and the exam is only offered in paper and pencil still. Should I still only take one part at a time? Answer: If you are sitting for the exam in a country that still offers the CIA exam in paper-and-pencil format, you should...Read More