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Recipe for Success – Part 2 Previously, we discussed some exam preparation techniques our most successful candidates have used to pass the CIA Exam, such as educated guessing and time management. This week, we will provide you additional ingredients for the “Recipe for Success.” Dr. Gleim has always warned exam candidates to “expect the unexpected...Read More

A Recipe for Success – Part 1 So you’re preparing for the CIA exam, and the goal is obvious: PASS each part. But how do you accomplish that? Well, the recipe for success is pretty simple – just be prepared. Each of the four parts of the CIA exam includes 100 multiple-choice questions. Therefore, its...Read More

Question: What is the difference between the 14th edition and 15th edition for the Gleim CIA Review materials? Answer: Gleim released the new 15th edition to incorporate changes to the CIA Syllabus. The revised International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) became eligible for testing on the CIA exam July 1, 2011. In addition to the changes...Read More

You (Educated) Guessed It! Let’s face it. The CIA exam is extremely different and difficult compared to other exams you have taken. Because of the large volume and variety of topics, you must adjust to answering questions that require educated guessing. If you do not know the answer to a question, guess, but make an...Read More

Question: I registered to take Part I of the exam but I am not ready to sit for it. What can I do? Answer: Canceling or rescheduling an appointment should be done online at www.pearsonvue.com/iia or by calling Pearson VUE call center. Once you make an appointment, you may re-schedule your exam, without penalty, up...Read More

Concentrate! One could classify the art of concentration as the destruction of distraction. If you have difficulty comprehending what you recently read, or have trouble listening to lectures for extended periods of time, these tips may assist you in expanding your attention span: Study in a quiet environment. For a study break, do something different...Read More

Confidence is crucial in every pursuit for a professional certification. Confidence corresponds with your determination to pass the CIA exam, thus directly affecting your commitment to proper preparation. Your level of commitment also has a symbiotic relationship with your attitude. A positive attitude while preparing for and taking the exam aids retention of information and...Read More

Memorization is not learning. To guarantee success, avoid studying multiple-choice questions merely to learn the correct answers. Begin studying each new topic by taking a multiple-choice quiz to practice answering questions you feel less confident about. Use these pre-test sessions to practice both your question-answering technique and your educated-guessing skills. A good educated guesser will...Read More

English philosopher John Locke once said that a “sound mind in a sound body is a short but full description of a happy state in this world.” Locke’s words resonate beyond philosophical discussion to affect practical experience. Specifically, his statement reminds us that our physical condition shares the same level of importance as our mental...Read More