Increase Your Chances of

Passing the CIA® Exam

CIA Exam Preparation Webinar
May 30, 2019
Today’s Presenters

Sherri Lee Michael Fucilli Kelly Quinn

Manager, Global Certifications, CIA, QIAL, CRMA, CGAP, CFE Vice President, IIA Strategic Partnership
The IIA Auditor General, The IIA’s CIA Learning System
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
IIA CIA Learning System Instructor
What We’ll Cover Today
 Certified Internal Auditor Certification Program
®

 CIA Exam Overview

 Exam Preparation: The IIA’s CIA Learning System ®

 Study Tips & Test-Taking Tips

 Links and Resources
 Questions
CIA Certification
 CIA Overview

 160,000+ certified globally

 Only globally recognized certification for internal auditors
 Audit in any country, in any company, in any industry, around
the world
 Based on the International Professional Practices Framework
(IPPF)
 The Benefits of Earning Your CIA

 Gain instant credibility with internal and external clients

 Increase opportunities for advancement
 Broaden your knowledge base
 Expand your confidence
 Distinguishes you from your peers
 Increases your earning potential
 The Certification Process
BEFORE You Start
The application and registration process is managed online through The IIA’s
Certification Candidate Management System (CCMS).
 If you already have a profile in CCMS but forgot your username or password, contact
[email protected] or call +1-407-937-1111. Do not create a new profile.
 If you do not have a profile in CCMS, access the system, select “First Time User” and
complete your profile information. Be sure your primary email address is current.
 Upcoming changes to CCMS will require your primary email address to access your
profile.
 Apply, Register, Schedule, Verify
1. Apply
• Access your profile in CCMS.
• Navigate to “Complete a Form.” Select and complete the CIA application form.
• Upload required documentation using The IIA’s Document Upload Portal (character reference form, education, photo ID).
2. Register (required for each exam part)
• You will receive notice of program approval and will be eligible to REGISTER for an exam part. You do not have to take the exam parts in order.
• Access your profile in CCMS, navigate to “Complete a Form”. Select and complete the form.
• You will receive confirmation of your registration with instructions to schedule your exam. Once registered for an exam part, you have 180 days to
schedule and sit for your exam part.
3. Schedule Your Exam Part
• Contact Pearson VUE to schedule your exam.
• If you need to reschedule your exam, contact Pearson VUE directly.
4. Verify
• Candidates are not required to submit professional experience (based on education) at the time of application, but must provide proof of experience in
order to receive certification.
• Complete and upload the Experience Verification Form through The IIA’s Document Upload Portal.
 Experience Requirement
 Candidates may apply to the CIA program and complete all exam parts prior to
obtaining the required professional experience.
 Candidates will not receive certification until the experience requirement is met within
the program eligibility period.
 The required experience is based on the level of education achieved.
 The IIA offers an alternate path to eligibility for candidates who do not possess the
minimum education requirements.

Learn more at: CIA Eligibility Requirements

Poll Question
When are you planning to take a CIA exam part?

a) Within the next 6 months

b) Within the next 12 months
c) Haven’t decided yet
 The CIA Exam
 3-Part exam
 Part 1 - 125 multiple choice questions; 2 hours, 30 minutes
 Parts 2 - 100 multiple choice questions; 2 hours
 Part 3 - 100 multiple choice questions; 2 hours
 Scoring: Scale of 250-750; 600+ required to pass
 Sit for exam year-round with computer-based testing
The IIA created computer based exam tutorials to demonstrate the functionality of
the exam: flagging a question for review, using the calculator, exam navigation,
time remaining, and more.
 The CIA Syllabi Changes
 Updated exams released January 1, 2019 – English only
 Take CIA exams in other languages, based on previous syllabi until new release in the following
languages:*
 French & Spanish – June 1, 2019
 German & Turkish – July 1, 2019
 Arabic & Russian – August 1, 2019
 Korean & Portuguese – September 1, 2019
 Chinese Traditional & Japanese – October 1, 2019
 Chinese Simplified & Thai – 2020
*Release dates are subject to change. Follow exam updates.

Learn more at: CIA Exam Updates

 New CIA Exam Syllabi – English Only
CIA Exam Syllabi – January 1, 2019 - English only

Get complete details at www.theiia.org/CIA

 CIA Part 3
 New CIA Part 3 reduced from 8 domain topics to 4.
 Designed to tests candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities particularly as they relate to
the core business concepts in each domain:
 Business Acumen – 35%
 Information Security – 25%
 Information Technology – 20%
 Financial Management – 20%
Learn more at: CIA Exam Updates
Poll Question
Have you already applied for the CIA certification program?

a) Yes
b) No
c) Not sure
 Maintaining Certification

 Practicing CIAs: 40 hours of CPE every year.

 Non-practicing CIAs: 20 hours of CPE every year.
 80 CPEs awarded upon passing exam
• 40 awarded year passed
• 40 awarded subsequent year

Your Continuing Professional Education (CPE) must be reported via your profile in CCMS no
later than December 31st of every year.
 Download the Certification
Candidate Handbook:
theiia.org/certification

https://na.theiia.org/certification/Public%20Documents/
Certification-Candidate-Handbook.pdf
EXAM PREPARATION
Why Choose The IIA’s CIA Learning System®?
 Updated for the 2019 CIA exam
 Teaches the entire global CIA exam syllabus
 Designed for learning vs. memorization
 Learning options fit any learning style and schedule
 Online study tools are available
immediately and on-demand
 Meets The IIA’s standard of excellence
Version 6.0 – What’s New?
 Aligned with updated 2019 CIA Exam Syllabi
 500 new practice questions
 IPPF video tutorials
 Improved software for faster performance
 Fully mobile learning with online reading
materials and downloadable e-books
 Optional printed books
 Choose Your Learning Option
SELF-STUDY INSTRUCTOR-LED CORPORATE

• Self-paced, on your schedule • Top-tier CIA instructor • Consistent, high quality team
training
• Convenient, mobile-optimized • Structured syllabus & peer
discussion • Self-study or instructor-led
• Avoid time away from work
• Online or in-person courses • Volume savings on groups of
2+
www.LearnCIA.com
v6.0
Poll Question
How do you like to study?

a) On my own: self-study program

b) In a classroom: in-person instructor-led course
c) In an online classroom: online instructor-led course
d) Other
Prepare to Pass - Steps to Success

1. Plan Your Studies

2. Study the Reading Materials
3. Apply the Concepts
4. Practice for Your Exam
Step 1: Create a Study Plan
How Much Time Will You Need to Study for the Updated CIA Exam?
 Expect to study a minimum of:
• Part 1: 40 hours
• Part 2: 40 hours
• Part 3: 50 hours
 Study times vary based on
• How recently you’ve completed school/education
• Years of experience
• Expertise in accounting and IT
• Study method
• How quickly you read and comprehend topics
Step 1: Create a Study Plan
SmartStudy™
 Assess your strengths and weaknesses by
completing the online pre-test
 Use results to create a comprehensive,
step-by-step plan
Step 2: Study the Reading Materials
 All reading materials can be read online or
downloaded to your e-reader device
 Printed books are available as an optional
add-on
Step 3: Apply the Concepts
 Section Quizzes
Step 3: Apply the Concepts
 Flashcards and Glossary
Step 4: Practice for Your Exam
 CIA Practice Exam
Step 4: Practice for Your Exam
 Study Plus
• Guide to knowing when you’re prepared
• Guide to CIA exam scoring
• CIA question analysis grid
• Study tips from successful candidates
CIA Study Tips &
Test-Taking Tips
Study Tips
 Choose the right study method for your learning style
 Set your exam date, be realistic, but avoid procrastination
 Set a study plan, make and honor appointments with yourself to study based on
your plan
 Know your strengths and weaknesses
 Write your own flashcards
 Put extra effort into studying “proficiency” areas
 Understand how to apply concepts; go beyond
memorization for “proficiency” areas
 Be prepared for the testing center and the test format
Study Tips (continued)
 Read, read, write the IPPF
 Write an audit manual using the Standards as a baseline
 Solidify concepts by thinking of real-life examples
 Your new job:
• You work for a publicly traded company
• The CAE reports to the Audit Committee of the Board
• You have a large audit department with varying staffing levels
• You have an advantage if you audit manufacturing, accounts payable,
purchasing, inventory, and receivables
Test-Taking Tips
 Read the last sentence / question before the details
 Look for clues such as “all,” “except,” or “not”
 Think of your answer before reading the choices
 Answer broadly and globally – beyond your experience and industry
 Eliminate obvious distracters (aka: wrong answers)
 Trust your first impressions and avoid over-analyzing
 If uncertain, answer it anyway; flag it for review later
 Budget your time and don’t rush
 Be well-rested and comfortable for the exam
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 Attend a CIA Review Seminar at
The IIA’s International Conference
July 7-9, Anaheim, California

Part 1: Sunday, July 7, 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Part 2: Monday, July 8, 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Part 3: Tuesday, July 9, 10:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

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Resource Links
theiia.org/CIA
• Certification Candidate Handbook
• Certification Candidate Management System (CCMS)
• CIA Exam FAQs

www.LearnCIA.com
• The IIA’s CIA Learning System details
• 10 Free CIA Practice Questions
• Free Study Tips and Exam Tips
• List of instructor-led course providers around the globe
 CIA Online Seminar Winner
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 Question & Answer
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