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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

It is imperative that you sit down and create a study plan when you are preparing for your CIA exam, then stick to the plan! When you procrastinate you will be tempted to try and memorize the information rather than learn the concepts. Many candidates have shared with us that writing it down, whether on...Read More

The CIA Exam is now offered in Russian The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is pleased to announce the continued global expansion of the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) program with the addition of the Russian language. The CIA exam is now available in 19 languages throughout the world. As a result of this expansion, Russian-speaking...Read More

They’ve Been There and Done That While preparing to pass the most intense written examination in the auditing community, candidates should seek guidance from those who have met the challenge. Many individuals who have earned their CIA certification are happy to relay their test-taking tips to other candidates. Some of them go so far as...Read More

Question: After I pass the CIA Exam, can I receive an actual score? Answer: The IIA does not have the grades or percentages for candidates who pass the exams. The Professional Certification Board (CPB), which governs the certification program, feels it is not necessary to give a number grade when a candidate passes, as they...Read More

Parts I, II, and III are considered the core global syllabus of the CIA exam. They offer a strong focus on corporate governance and risk issues and exhibit alignment with The IIA’s International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF). Part IV of the CIA exam is designed for modification for regional and audit specialization testing. Hence, The...Read More

All CIA exam candidates could use more study time. They can fulfill that need by incorporating non-traditional study time into their study sessions. The Gleim Audio Reviews help you do just that. The Audio Reviews allow you to review material during activities that would not normally warrant a study session. For example, you could listen...Read More