CIA CHALLENGE EXAM

The CIA Challenge Exam is a single-part assessment specifically tailored for individuals holding a professional accounting certificate or license, such as CISA/CA. This exam consolidates content from CIA Parts 1, 2, and 3, excluding information already covered in the existing certificate or license. It offers a streamlined path for qualified professionals to attain the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification in an expedited manner.

CIA Challenge exam pattern

Features 150 multiple-choice questions aligned with the syllabus.

  • Grounded in the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) Standards.
  • Exam duration: Up to 180 minutes.
  • Conducted exclusively in English.
  • Utilizes scaled scoring; a passing score is 600 out of 750 points.
  • Developed following best practices with the support of experts and professionals.
  • Accessible through online testing or at designated testing centers.

CIA Challenge Exam Syllabus

For CA:

  • Essentials of Internal Auditing (35%)
  • Practice of Internal Auditing (43%)
  • Business knowledge for Internal Auditing (22%)

For CISA:

  • Essentials of Internal Auditing (50%)
  • Practice of Internal Auditing (30%)
  • Business knowledge for Internal Auditing (20%)

Registration fees

    • IIA Member: $1,195 USD.
    • 12-month access to online study materials.
    • Access to Standards to aid exam preparation.