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Exam Information
Official specifications published by IIA
Exam Format
120 min
100
600
Professional
Registration
Pearson VUE
Validity
No expiration
Complete 40 hours of CPE annually; Report 20 hours and retain documentation for 20 hours; Include 2 hours of ethics training annually
IIA-CIA-PART3 Exam Topics and Domains
IIA-CIA-PART3 is organized into 4 weighted domains.
1
Business Acumen
35%
Organizational Objectives, Behavior, and Performance
Strategic ManagementOrganizational BehaviorPerformance Management
- Describe the strategic planning process and key analytical frameworks
- Understand organizational behavior and culture concepts
- Apply performance measurement and management techniques
Organizational Structure and Business Processes
Organizational StructuresBusiness Process Management
- Understand different organizational structures and their implications
- Apply business process management concepts
- Recognize process improvement opportunities
Data Analytics
Data Analysis FundamentalsAnalytics Tools and Techniques
- Understand data analytics fundamentals and their application in internal auditing
- Recognize common data analysis tools and techniques
- Apply basic data analysis concepts to audit scenarios
2
Information Security
25%
Information Security Controls
Security FundamentalsPhysical and Environmental Security
- Understand fundamental information security concepts
- Identify appropriate security controls
- Recognize physical and environmental security requirements
User Authentication and Access Control
Authentication MethodsAccess Control Models
- Understand authentication methods and their applications
- Recognize different access control models
- Identify access control best practices
Cybersecurity and Emerging Risks
Cybersecurity ThreatsCybersecurity Controls
- Understand current cybersecurity threats and risks
- Identify appropriate cybersecurity controls
- Recognize incident response requirements
Data Privacy and Protection
Privacy RegulationsData Protection Controls
- Understand data privacy regulations and requirements
- Identify data protection controls and procedures
- Recognize data handling best practices
3
Information Technology
20%
Application and System Software
Operating SystemsEnterprise ApplicationsDatabase Management
- Understand operating system and application fundamentals
- Recognize enterprise application characteristics
- Identify database management concepts
IT Infrastructure and Control Frameworks
Network InfrastructureIT Control FrameworksIT Governance
- Understand IT infrastructure components
- Recognize IT control framework applications
- Identify IT governance requirements
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
Business Continuity PlanningDisaster Recovery
- Understand business continuity planning concepts
- Identify disaster recovery strategies
- Recognize testing and maintenance requirements
4
Financial Management
20%
Financial Accounting and Finance
Financial StatementsFinancial AnalysisCorporate Finance
- Understand financial statement components and relationships
- Apply financial analysis techniques
- Recognize corporate finance concepts
Managerial Accounting
Cost AccountingBudgeting and ForecastingPerformance Measurement
- Understand cost accounting concepts and methods
- Apply budgeting and forecasting techniques
- Evaluate performance measurement systems
How do I earn this certification?
Passing IIA-CIA-PART3 earns the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification. It sits in the Internal Audit track.
Current Level Exams
- IIA-CIA-Part1 - Essentials of Internal Auditing
- IIA-CIA-Part2 - Practice of Internal Auditing
Next Level Options
- IIA-CRMA - Certification in Risk Management Assurance
- IIA-QIAL - Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership Was the executive-level certification
Alternative Paths
- ISACA-CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor CISA holders can take CIA Challenge Exam • Specialized IT audit focus
- IIA-IAP - Internal Audit Practitioner Entry-level certification, awarded after passing CIA Part 1
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant CPAs can take CIA Challenge Exam • Financial audit and accounting focus
- ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants ACCA members can take CIA Challenge Exam • Global accounting qualification
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2019-01-01
- Announcement date: 2024-01-01
Updates
- Artificial Intelligence in Auditing Emerging Expected to be included in 2025 syllabus update • Release date: 2024-2025
- Cloud Computing Current Covered under IT Infrastructure topic • Release date: Ongoing
- Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Current Included in Business Process Management topics • Release date: 2023-2024
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Internal Auditors and Risk Management Professionals.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
Character reference from CIA, CGAP, CCSA, CFSA, CRMA, or supervisor
- 2 years of internal auditing or equivalent experience
- Completion of CIA Part 1 and Part 2
- Knowledge of business concepts and practices