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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

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