Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Test Preparation

IAA Logo Distinguish Yourself...Become a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Why earn your CIA Certification?
Is the CIA right for you?
What will you learn?
Comprehensive Learning Experience and Interactive Learning Tools
Instructors
2008 Schedule

The CIA is a leading globally accepted designation for internal auditors. It is the standard by which internal audit professionals demonstrate their knowledge and competence in the areas of governance, risk, and control.

If you are interested in earning the most sought-after credential in the global internal audit profession, then you need the best exam preparation course available. The College of Continuing Education at The University of Minnesota, in partnership with the Twin Cities IIA chapter , is now offering a comprehensive four-part CIA review course based on the new, premier quality Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) CIA Learning System^TM . This new learning system is the best way to prepare for the new computer-based CIA exams.

Why Earn Your CIA Certification?

Distinguish yourself from your peers.
Improve your credentials with internal staff and external clients.
Fine tune your knowledge of best practices in the industry.
Boost your career opportunities.

Is the CIA Right for You?
Earning the CIA designation is an important accomplishment and 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, finance, and accounting students

For more information on the exam and eligibility requirements, visit the IIA's Web site.

What Will You Learn?
Part I - The Internal Audit Activity's Role in Governance, Risk, and Control (15 CPEs)
Part II - Conducting the Internal Audit Engagement (15 CPEs)
Part III - Business Analysis and Information Technology (22.5 CPEs)
Part IV - Business Management Skills (7.5 CPEs)

Comprehensive Learning Experience and Interactive Learning Tools
The classroom environment allows for interaction with your peers and the instructor, and also provides structure to keep you on track to meet your goals.

The University's exam prep program is based on The IIA CIA Learning System. Available exclusively through The IIA and its partners, this premier quality CIA exam preparation and professional development program teaches the entire global CIA exam syllabus.

The IIA CIA Learning System materials are included in the cost of the course and include:

Comprehensive Print Materials

Easy-to-understand print modules that correspond to the four parts of the CIA exam.
Extensive content organized by sections so you can tailor your studies to meet your needs.
Reference materials on key topics.
Free Bonus! Activity book that includes application exercises and slides - available exclusively to CIA Learning System classroom participants.

Interactive Online Review, Testing, and Resources

A pre-test to assess initial level of knowledge and develop a customized study plan.
Section-specific questions to reinforce concepts.
A post-test to gauge what you have learned and identify areas requiring further study.
A final review test encompassing all review questions for additional exam practice.
eFlashcards and glossary to review important terms.
Resource Center to provide additional references.

E-version of "The Red Book"

CIA Exam Syllabus
Standards
Code of Conduct
Practice Advisories

Your IIA-approved instructors are:

Eric Miller, CIA, CFSA
Magdy Mossaad, CIA, CCSA

Your registration fee includes:

Expert instruction by an IIA approved instructor
The IIA CIA Learning System - Comprehensive Print Materials
Interactive Online Review, Testing, and Resources
E-version of "The Red Book"
Lunch and refreshments
Parking

Fall 2008 Schedule - Click on the course title to register

FALL 2008	Registration Fee		Date (all courses meet on Saturdays)	Time
	IIA member	non-member
Part I - The Internal Audit Activity's Role in Governance, Risk, and Control	$675	$750	Sept. 6 & 13, 2008	8:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m
Part II - Conducting the Internal Audit Engagement	$675	$750	Oct. 4 & 11, 2008	8:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m
Part III - Business Analysis and Information Technology	$895	$995	Nov. 1, 8, & 15, 2008	8:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m
Part IV - Business Management Skills	$355	$395	Dec. 6, 2008	8:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m
*Register for the Entire Series and Save!*	$2250 A savings of $350!	$2500 A savings of $390!	Sept. 6 - Dec. 6, 2008	8:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m

For more information on this program, please contact:

Linda Halliburton - 612- 624-4230 or Terri Morawiecki - 612- 625-4245