About the CIA Exam

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About the CIA Exam

Exam Dates and Registration

The CIA exam is entirely computer-based and, as such, the three exam parts can be taken at any time throughout the year at one of the 500+ Pearson VUE centers worldwide, or via a local testing provider.

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About the CIA Exam

CIA Exam Fees & Program Costs

CIA exam fees detailed here are applicable in the United States, Canada, and many other countries. Fees may be different in countries where the CIA exam is administered through agreements with local IIA Institutes.

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About the CIA Exam

Certified Internal Auditor® Program Requirements

Administered by Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), the Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA) program has specific education and experience requirements, in addition to passing the CIA exam, that you must meet to complete your certification as an Internal Auditor.

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CIA Exam Pass Rate & Scoring

Compared to the pass rates of the CFA, CPA and CMA exams, the Certified Internal Auditor exam is one of the harder credentialing exams in the accounting field. On average, nearly six in 10 candidates fail the CIA exam.

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What Is the CIA® Exam Pass Rate?

After years of keep its pass rates secret, the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) decided in 2017 to start publishing its Certified Internal Auditor exam pass rate on an annual basis.

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Internal Auditor Salary Expectations

Here is a short overview of potential internal auditing jobs and their salaries. This is not an exhaustive list by any means, as requirements and expectations…

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CIA® Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Requirements

One of the many reasons the Certified Internal Auditor® designation is so widely respected in the accounting industry is because a CIA has extensive Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements..

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What Does an Internal Auditor Do?

Internal Auditors are responsible for key functions within the accountancy field. They provide an independent and objective assessment of a company’s operations, specifically the effectiveness of its internal control structure.

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What Is a CIA® & Why Is Certification Required?

Not to be confused with the government agency, in the world of accounting and finance, CIA® refers to Certified Internal Auditor, a professional charged with auditing an organization’s or client’s financials to spot inefficiencies, waste or abuse.

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What Does A Career As An Internal Auditor Look Like?

Within the accountancy field, Internal Auditors provide an independent and objective assessment of a company’s operations, specifically the effectiveness of its internal control structure.

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Certified Internal Auditor Basics

The Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) exam is a three-part series of tests administered by The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) to evaluate a candidate’s demonstrated knowledge of current internal auditing practices as well as internal audit issues, risks and remedies.

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How Do I Earn CIA® Certification?

Becoming a Certified Internal Auditor® is a great way to advance your career in accounting as well as enjoy greater job security and career prospects. But completing your CIA certification requires a great deal of work, time and patience, as there are a number of requirements you’ll need to fulfill (and document) along the way.