The CIA is the only globally accepted designation for internal auditors and the standard by which individuals demonstrate their professionalism in internal auditing. Moreover, earning the CIA designation is more than just proof of what you know and what you’ve achieved — it’s the best way for auditing professionals to communicate to the world that they are prepared to meet today’s challenges.

Individuals who pursue the CIA title will earn one of the most prestigious professional qualifications in the world and will benefit from:

• Top quality training in all aspects of internal audit
• Excellent career prospects as one of the best-qualified individuals in the auditing profession
• Proof of their commitment and potential to excel at the top of their profession

Earning the CIA designation is an important accomplishment as a professional advantage for internal auditors during all stages of their careers including:

• Chief Audit Executives
• Audit Directors
• Audit Managers and Staff
• Risk Management Staff
• Business and Finance Professionals
• Private and Public Accountants (CPA's)
• Recent College Graduates

Certificate of Completion is issued upon completing over 80% of the course.

The CIA program is provided by The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) which is an international professional association established in 1941. The IIA is the internal audit profession's global voice, recognized authority, acknowledged leader, chief advocate, and principal educator. Members work in internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, information technology audit, education, and security. Their mission is to provide dynamic leadership for the global profession of internal auditing.