Elevating Impact!The IIA helps internal auditors deliver strategic advantage that drives organizational success Show
StandardsSetting standards for the profession. LearningDelivering focused training courses. Discover our latest updates + new releasesInterested in becoming a member?Membership means access to our standards guidance networking opportunities and savings on world-class training. become a member Join Us For Featured Training + EventsLearn about IIA programs and partners.We are continually searching for innovative products and services to enhance our members' ability to meet their rising stakeholder demands.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)As The IIA’s premier designation for more than 40 years, the CIA sets the standard for excellence within the profession. Earning the CIA is an important step toward demonstrating your core internal audit skills and knowledge. Prove Credibility & ProficiencyAs the only globally recognized internal audit certification, becoming a Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®) is the optimum way to communicate knowledge, skills, and competencies to effectively carry out professional responsibilities for any internal audit, anywhere in the world. Earning a professional internal audit credential is a critical step to being distinguished from your peers and will:
Did You Know?CIA is the certification, most valued by employers of internal audit professionals. Join the over 170,000 CIAs in 170+ countries awarded the designation that adds immeasurable distinction with only three letters.*
On your journey to certification, what skills or knowledge did you gain that helped make you a better Internal Auditor? Ms. Lina Xu-Fenz, CIA, CRMACAE Austria at Helvetia Versicherungen AGIIA Austria Board Member
What advice would you give to someone who is unsure about whether or not they should achieve the CIA (or CRMA)? Ms. Lina Xu-Fenz, CIA, CRMACAE Austria at Helvetia Versicherungen AGIIA Austria Board Member
What prompted you to get the CIA (CRMA)? Thanh (Alan) Nguyen, CIA, CRMAInternal Audit Director of R.E.E Corporation
What would you say has been the greatest benefit(s) of having your CIA (CRMA)? Thanh (Alan) Nguyen, CIA, CRMAInternal Audit Director of R.E.E Corporation
How has the CIA improved your credibility and skillset? Thanh (Alan) Nguyen, CIA, CRMAInternal Audit Director of R.E.E CorporationOnline TestingTo support the continued professional development of certification candidates around the world and in response to test center closures, The IIA is now offering online testing in some regions. Learn More Why Pursue the CIA?
Resources to Help Get You StartedRegister for Certification Q&A SessionJoin us for an informal 30-minute webinar! A certification expert will be available to answer your questions about The IIA's certification programs. Sign Up Now CPE RequirementsIIA certificate holders are required to self-certify as to the completion of the required continuing education hours. CPE reporting is submitted on an annual basis later than 31 December) and serves as signed statements that all CPE requirements have been met. How to report your CPE hours Learning CoursesAdditional IIA CertificationsDemonstrate your aptitude and foundational knowledge of The IIA Standards. This designations is ideal for University students, rotational auditors and new auditors. Updated to reflect the in-depth organizational knowledge and advanced skill sets that are required to provide effective risk management assurance to audit committees and executive management. CIA FAQsWhich of the following competencies should every internal auditor have?Core Skills and Competencies for Internal Auditors
Ability to promote the value of internal audit among key employees within the organization. Keeping abreast with regulatory changes and industry standards. Knowledge in auditing, internal audit standards, fraud awareness, and professional ethical standards.
What is competency requirements of internal auditors?Generally speaking, internal audit competencies fall into one of three broad areas: Technical auditing or accounting skills; Skills relating to critical thinking and business understanding; and. Interpersonal and communication skills.
What are the top general competencies of internal auditors?Core competencies. IPPF. Applies the relevant portions of the International Professional Practices Framework.. Finance and accounting. ... . Organisational and management theory. ... . Organisational context. ... . Economics. ... . Quality and control. ... . Personal effectiveness. ... . Communication.. What are the competencies of an auditor?Auditor Qualifications
Knowledge of audit principles, practices and techniques. Knowledge of client products, processes and organization. Language skills appropriate to all levels within the client organization. Note-taking and report-writing skills.
|