The need for Internal Auditors continues to grow as companies recognize the value created by the U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Organizations have a greater responsibility to provide accurate financial statements prepared by Certified Auditors.
Other accounting professionals, including CPAs and CMAs, are encouraged to take the CIA exam and are even exempt from part four depending on their certification. For a complete list of all professional certifications eligible for credit for part four go to the IIA web site.