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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Question: Will paper and pencil be provided at the Prometric testing center? Answer: Yes, scratch paper and pencils are provided at the testing center. Some testing centers may provide candidates with a hand-held calculator, but all testing centers provide an onscreen scientific calculator.
This Study Tip concerns learning about the EA exam. Become an expert on the EA exam! To outperform other EA candidates, you must know more about the EA exam than they do. This expertise includes knowledge of: Subject matter covered on the exam How the exam is prepared Types of questions on the exam Rules […]
The EA exam is underway. Maintain a positive attitude and do not become depressed if you encounter difficulties either before or during the exam. An optimist will usually do better than an equally well-prepared pessimist. Remember, you have reason to be optimistic, because you will be competing with many less-qualified persons who have not used […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
