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Certified Internal Auditor Exam Review Online
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Northern Illinois University is proud to be one of the three university partners selected by the IIA to deliver online CIA Exam Review courses. This new format offers the busy finance professional an opportunity to prepare for the prestigious CIA accreditation anytime, anywhere. The IIA's CIA Review Learning System print and online materials are combined with practical examples from NIU’s College of Business faculty to provide a well-rounded learning experience. Upon completion of the program, candidates are not only ready to take the exam, but apply newfound knowledge into their day-to-day routine.


Features of NIU's CIA Review Online Courses

In Partnership with The Institute of Internal Auditors (logo)
  • Courses are offered over a dedicated 2 or 4 week timeframe
  • Curriculum includes the IIA's CIA Review Learning System print and online study resources as well as supplemental instructor examples
  • Instructor access via e-mail
  • PowerPoint slideshows for each topic of instruction complete with practical examples provided by NIU’s College of Business faculty and real-world experts
  • Audio podcasts
  • Online practice exams and resources
  • Test taking tips
  • Course syllabus with recommended program of study
  • Registration fee includes all study materials mentioned above
  • NIU Certificate of Completion and 15 hours of Professional Development credit for candidates fulfilling course requirements

Course Requirements
Students wishing to receive a certificate of completion and 15 hours of continuing professional development credit must complete the following: Review all audio narrated PowerPoint presentations; Complete all www.learncia.com practice exams with a score of 80% or better; Complete the online post course examination within 1 week of course end with a score of 80% or better.

Online Complete Series Package (Parts 1-4)

Part 1 Online: The Internal Audit Activity's Role in Governance, Risk & Control

Part 2 Online: Conducting the Internal Audit Engagement

Part 3 Online: Business Analysis and Information Technology

Part 4 Online: Business Management Skills



Admission and Eligibility of CIA Exam Candidates
It is the candidate’s responsibility to confirm they meet the examination qualifications and eligibility requirements with Institute of Internal Auditors www.theiia.org prior to enrolling in this course. NIU Outreach is a provider of the IIA’s CIA Review Learning System® prep course but assumes no responsibility or authority for the eligibility, application and admission of candidates, examination processes and award of credentials.