Course Overview

Part One of the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification, also referred to as 'Essentials of Internal Auditing', is

designed to establish a foundational understanding of internal auditing. It covers the basics that every internal auditor should learn and understand.

Who is it for?

Candidates seeking to pass the CIA course smoothly, Internal

auditors, risk managers, Internal control officers, etc. who want to upgrade

their skills up to proficiency level.

The Part One exam has 125 multiple-choice questions and is

typically given a time limit of 150 minutes. These questions are designed to

validate the candidate's knowledge and skills in internal auditing procedures

and principles. Good preparation would involve understanding the latest

International Professional Practice Framework (IPPF), familiarizing oneself

with risk management strategies, controls, audit process, as well as concepts

related to fraud and risk.

The key areas of focus in Part One are as follows:

Section 1: Foundations of Internal Auditing (15%)

Section 2: Independence and Objectivity (15%)

Section 3: Proficiency and Due Professional Care (18%)

Section 4: Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (7%)

Section 5: Governance, Risk Management, and Control (35%)

Section 6: Fraud Risks (10%)

CIA Part One: Essentials of Internal Auditing

Course Curriculum

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PART One

This course includes: