Get Back on the Horse The process of studying and taking the CIA exam can be similar to riding horses. At some point you are going to come across material that is difficult to master such as questions covering topics you haven’t looked at since you were in college. You may take some 20-question quizzes […]
Congratulations to those who are newly certified! Becoming certified as a CIA, CISA, CGAP, or any other certified professional is a huge accomplishment that should fill you with personal pride. This achievement will open professional doors to you, as it demonstrates that you have the proper educational training along with the drive and determination you […]
Question: What are the benefits of using the Gleim Audio Reviews to study for the CIA Exam? Answer: Audios are a good way to learn the material you need for the CIA exam by turning your non-traditional study time into valuable learning opportunities. You can listen to the lectures anywhere you have access to a […]
Question: What are the CPE requirements for an enrolled agent who becomes enrolled in the middle of the calendar year? The regulations do not address this issue, other than to advise that 16 hours of CPE are required per calendar year during the rolling renewal transition. Answer: The Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR), which oversees […]
Question: Can I Take a Raincheck? If I schedule my exam, but need to cancel or reschedule what is the process? Answer: Once you make an appointment, you will be allowed to re-schedule your exam without penalty up to 48 hours prior to your appointment. You can do this online at www.pearsonvue.com/iia or by calling […]
Recipe for Success – Part 2 Previously, we discussed some exam preparation techniques our most successful candidates have used to pass the CIA Exam, such as educated guessing and time management. This week, we will provide you additional ingredients for the “Recipe for Success.” Dr. Gleim has always warned exam candidates to “expect the unexpected […]
Question: How much time should I spend on answering each question to stay within the appropriate time budget. Answer: Each part consists of 100 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 3 hours and 30 minutes. If you complete your 100 multiple-choice questions by allocating 1.5 to 2 minutes per question, you will have 10-60 minutes […]
Our most successful candidates have found that knowing what to expect on the day of their exam helps relieve their exam anxiety. To put yourself in a position of success and pass the exam quickly, read through the Prometric Test Center Rules in the Gleim EA System for Success Booklet.
Currently, the Special Enrollment Examination is administered by computer at nearly 300 Prometric testing centers located across the United States and internationally. Testing centers are located in most major metropolitan areas. A complete list of these testing centers, addresses, and driving directions is located at prometric.com/IRS. Simply choose “Locate a Testing Center.” Most locations are […]
Question: Should I talk to my Personal Counselor if I don’t understand a specific topic in my EA review? Answer: The Personal Counselors have a wealth of knowledge about the exam itself and how to effectively study with your complete system, but they do not answer technical accounting questions. Gleim has experts in accounting available […]
