SECTION 1 - Overview Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Join the ranks of over 47,000 auditors who have earned the “Global Mark of Excellence in Internal Auditing” - the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation. Count on this premier designation to:

The best certification for understanding business threats and internal controls, the CIA measures a candidate’s:

DO YOU KNOW what the CIA® designation can do?

FOR ALMOST 30 YEARS NOW the IIA's premier certification, the CIA designation, has reflected competence in the principles and practices of internal auditing and has served as the only internationally accepted designation for internal auditors. But did you also know that attaining the CIA designation could make a world of difference for you?

Attaining the CIA designation can make a world of difference for you:

IN YOUR CAREER …
ATTAINING THE CIA DESIGNATION outwardly signifies your achievement and commitment to the profession. Whether you choose to stay within the field of internal auditing or move up within your organization, the broad-based understanding of business, risk and control required of CIAs will serve as an invaluable base of knowledge.

IN YOUR ORGANIZATION …
CIAs OFFER ADDITIONAL EXPERTISE and thorough knowledge of management control and operations management. CIAs are a valuable resource to executive management and boards of directors in accomplishing overall goals and objectives. Such diversity gives internal auditors a broad perspective of the organization they serve.

THE BENEFITS…
	Continuing updates on the state of the art in Internal Auditing
	Provides gauge on technical competence in important subject areas related to Internal Auditing; this certifies the CIA’s eligibility to conduct relevant technical sessions
	Helps in identifying, assessing and controlling risks
	Increased understanding of management issues, risks and remedies
	Mastery of the ability to identify risks, examine alternative remedies and prescribe the best initiatives to mitigate said risks
	Mastery of auditing standards and practices, as well as management principles and control, IT and emerging strategies to improve business and government
	Global networking focused on the IA profession

By Attaining the CIA You:

	Increase your value to management
	Demonstrate your competence
	Enhance your professional image
	Earn the only international professional Designation for internal auditors

Certification Provides:

	Verification of experience, education, and technical proficiency
	Confirmation of professional preparation and commitment
	A prestigious credential for the employment market
	Recognition by management and peers
	Personal satisfaction

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