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CIA EXAM PREPARATION

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Exam Preparation

Lead assurance. Strengthen trust.

Training duration3 examination parts / flexible delivery
DeliveryClassroom, virtual or hybrid learning
ProgrammeProfessional certification
Course summary

Build expertise that creates measurable value.

The Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is the globally recognised professional certification from The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA). This preparation programme builds the knowledge and practical judgement needed across internal auditing, governance, risk management, controls, fraud risk and engagement practice. It prepares participants with confidence for all three official CIA examination parts and supports career progression in Internal Audit, Risk, Governance, Compliance and Controls.

01

Prepare with confidence for all three official CIA examination parts

02

Apply Internal Audit principles and professional standards

03

Assess governance, risk-management and control effectiveness

04

Plan and conduct risk-based audit engagements

05

Strengthen evidence assessment, fraud-risk identification and reporting skills

Entry qualifications

Is this programme right for you?

  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • Final-year students may register and sit the examination
  • Alternative entry with five years of general internal-audit experience
  • Full certification experience requirements vary by qualification or IAP designation
Learner profile

Designed for ambitious professionals.

  • Internal auditors and aspiring audit professionals
  • Accountants, finance and GRC professionals
  • Risk, compliance and internal-control specialists
  • Senior auditors and audit managers
Course content

A practical, structured learning journey.

Each module turns internationally relevant frameworks into skills you can apply in the workplace.

Module 01↗

CIA Part 1 - Internal Audit Fundamentals

  • Foundations, purpose and role of Internal Audit
  • Global Internal Audit Standards and the Internal Audit Charter
  • Independence, objectivity, ethics and professionalism
  • Governance, risk management and internal-control frameworks
  • Fraud risks, prevention, detection and the Internal Auditor's role
Module 02↗

CIA Part 2 - Internal Audit Engagement

  • Engagement planning, objectives, scope and criteria
  • Risk assessment and audit work programmes
  • Information gathering, audit evidence and sampling techniques
  • Data analysis, process mapping, documentation and workpapers
  • Findings, recommendations, supervision, communication and reporting
Module 03↗

CIA Part 3 - Internal Audit Function

  • Internal Audit operations and risk-based audit planning
  • Audit universe, resources, budgets and assurance coordination
  • Quality assurance, assessments and performance measurement
  • Results, monitoring and follow-up
  • Business acumen, information technology, information security, data analytics and financial management
Learning outcomes

Graduate ready to perform with confidence.

  1. 01Apply Internal Audit principles and professional standards
  2. 02Assess governance, risk-management and control effectiveness
  3. 03Plan and conduct risk-based audit engagements
  4. 04Analyse evidence, identify weaknesses and evaluate fraud risks
  5. 05Prepare clear findings, recommendations and audit reports
  6. 06Manage audit planning, resources, quality and follow-up
  7. 07Apply relevant IT, information-security and business knowledge
  8. 08Approach all three CIA examinations with greater confidence
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Ready to advance your career?

Speak with an Entrepôt programme advisor about upcoming cohorts, delivery options and enrolment.