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Question: If I am already a CPA, am I exempt from any parts of the CIA exam? And if so, how do I get an exemption? Answer: Yes! The IIA will grant Professional Recognition Credit for Part IV (PRC-IV) to candidates who possess certain other designations, including the CPA. CIA candidates who have successfully completed...Read More

Even with knowing all the benefits of pursuing the CIA, you probably have found yourself with one or more obstacles preventing you from becoming certified. Are you too busy at work? Does your family occupy all your free time? Maybe you have considered taking the exam, but you work too many hours a week to...Read More

The Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) exam is an excellent way to increase both your marketability and experience. However, earning a CIA designation takes hard work, perseverance, and training. It is a designation that requires real-life experience in addition to academic knowledge. It is an exam that proves difficult for many experienced auditors, but with proper...Read More

Question: I’m a working mother and I spend most of my free time taking care of my kids. How can I find time to study? Answer: Don’t let your children be your reason not to take the CIA exam. Find creative ways to schedule study time that will be fun for your children and give...Read More

As you prepare for the CIA Exam, it is important to be familiar with the types of multiple-choice questions you will find on the exam. During your preparations, it is good to develop a strategy for answering all 100 multiple-choice questions. This week we will discuss less traditional multiple-choice questions. Less traditional multiple-choice questions include...Read More

Question: If I purchased the Gleim CIA Review System 13th edition, am I eligible to receive the CIA 14th edition? Answer: Per Gleim’s Product Replacement Guarantee, if a candidate purchases the Gleim Review System, either for all four parts or individual parts, they may qualify to receive free updates at the cost of shipping for...Read More

As you prepare for the CIA Exam, it is important to be familiar with the types of multiple-choice questions you will find on the exam. During your preparations, it is good to develop a strategy for answering all 100 multiple-choice questions. Multiple-choice questions consist of a stem (the question) and four answer choices. Usually one...Read More

You must have a thorough review to become familiar with the topics you will be expected to know to pass the CIA exam. Moreover, it is imperative you practice answering multiple-choice questions in an exam environment. Another key skill that will put you in position to succeed is knowing how to budget your time to...Read More

Question: Where can I sit for the CIA Exam? Answer: The CIA examinations are administered at Pearson VUE testing centers, which are located in the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Japan. A complete list of these test centers, addresses, and driving directions can be found at www.pearsonvue.com/iia. Click on the “Locate a Test...Read More