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Gleim’s Online courses offers candidates the same experience as the real CIA exam. Flag questions for later review and get a feel for the layout that is presented to better prepare for your exam date. When reviewing the results of a Gleim Online multiple-choice quiz, you can choose to review specific questions, namely questions that...Read More

Can you clarify how the CIA’s scoring system works? Statistical information from pre-tested questions is used to maintain comparable difficulty from one CIA exam to the next. Because the exact number of questions required to pass the exam may only differ from one exam date to another, the IIA converts the raw scores into a...Read More

When candidates are unsuccessful on any part of the CIA Exam, they must wait 90 days before they can retake that part. Be ready to take the failed part immediately after the 90 days is over. But you want to get your certification as quickly as possible. Use the first half of this waiting period...Read More

With the computerized CIA Exam now several months old, many candidates have had the opportunity to sit for at least one part under the new format. Gleim is always looking to improve its review materials and welcomes any feedback candidates can provide, whether it be about the exam, the registration process, or their experience at...Read More

Question: Since registration for the CIA Exam is now available, how do I actually register to take the exam? Answer: The IIA’s website contains a step-by-step process that will successfully register candidates to sit for the CIA Exam. Click here to begin this process.Read More

Question: I’m really confused about what a Personal Counselor does. I have the online course, but I don’t know what to discuss with my Personal Counselor. Answer: For even the most organized, efficient candidate, a Personal Counselor can be a major advantage. The Personal Counselor can assist you with any concerns you may have or...Read More

The most successful candidates know that the best way to study is in moderation. You should start your preparations as early as possible and schedule 1-2 hours a study session. Take at least one break in the middle of you session to keep your mind fresh and open. Candidates who follow this method will retain...Read More

Final Review Using Your CIA Test Prep CD-Rom To make sure that you are completely confident before the exam, take practice quizzes. Using your CIA Test Prep CD-Rom, you can create customized quizzes, or even a practice exam! To simulate the CIA exam, use Test Session to create and print a 125-question exam. Then find...Read More

Question: I would like to sit for the CIA exam in May, but I’m going to be out of the country. Are there testing sites outside of the United States? Answer: Yes! The CIA exam is international and is offered in 200 testing centers around the world. Go to the IIA’s website to find a...Read More