Question: What score do I need to pass the CIA exam? Answer: There are 100 questions per part. Your score is based on the number of scored questions that you answer correctly, with each scored question contributing equally to your total score. There is no penalty for incorrect answers, so be sure to choose an […]
Eligibility & Professional Experience CIA candidates must obtain 24 months of internal auditing experience or its equivalent prior to receiving the CIA certificate. However, a candidate may sit for the exam before meeting the work experience requirements, but (s)he will not be certified until the experience requirement is met. The following guidelines apply to the […]
The New 2011 EA Edition is now available and guarantees your success! Good news! The 2011 edition of the Gleim EA Review materials is now available and has been updated to reflect the tax laws that will be tested beginning May 1, 2011. The 2011 edition will be valid for exams taken between May 1, […]
As the new testing window approaches and you work toward preparing for the exam, we should take some time and revisit some basic facts about Enrolled Agents to remember how important this certification is: The Enrolled Agent license was created in 1884 There are about 46,000 EAs practicing nationwide EAs are the only tax professionals […]
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Question: I have heard that The IIA will be releasing new standards in January. Does the Gleim 14th edition cover these changes? Answer: The IIA recently released revised IPPF standards. These standards will become effective January 1, 2011. They are not eligible to be tested on the actual CIA Exam until 6 months after the […]
You have to be in control to be successful during exam preparation and execution. Control can also contribute greatly to your personal and other professional goals. The objective is to be confident that the best possible performance is being generated. Most accountants study this process in relation to standards costs, i.e., establish cost standards and […]
Question: What are the educational requirements to be a CIA? Answer: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Candidates must have an undergraduate (4-year) degree or its equivalent from an accredited college-level institution. Educational programs outside the United States and the qualifications of candidates who have completed most but not all of a degree program are evaluated by […]
The Gleim Review System is the easiest, fastest, and most effective method for passing the CIA exam. The Review book, which is just one component of the Review System, contains information you need to be an expert on the CIA exam. Many candidates believe they know everything about the CIA exam and thus do not […]
Exam Fees Increase The IIA recently increased all exam fees for all candidates. The application fee is now $100 for nonmembers, $75 for IIA members, and $50 for full-time students and professors. The per-part exam registration and professional recognition credit fees have also increased. The exam schedule is as follows: nonmembers – $200, IIA members […]
