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href=\"https:\/\/sarhgroups.com\/en\/training-courses\">Professional Certifications<\/a>\n                <span>\u2190<\/span>\n                <span aria-current=\"page\">CIA Certification<\/span>\n            <\/nav>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-hero-grid\">\n                <div>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-kicker\">Updated Guide for 2026<\/div>\n                    <h1>What is the <span>CIA<\/span> Certification? The Certified Internal Auditor Guide<\/h1>\n                    <p class=\"cia-info-hero-lead\">A clear Arabic guide explaining the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification, its importance, exam parts, number of questions, registration and experience requirements, Arabic language availability, and steps to obtain the certification without exaggerations or unrealistic job promises.     <\/p>\n\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-hero-tags\" aria-label=\"\u0645\u0648\u0636\u0648\u0639\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0635\u0641\u062d\u0629\">\n                        <span>CIA Certification Requirements<\/span>\n                        <span>CIA Exam Parts<\/span>\n                        <span>CIA Certification in Arabic<\/span>\n                        <span>Required Experience<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-actions\">\n                        <a class=\"cia-info-btn cia-info-btn-primary\" href=\"#cia-exam\">Jump to Exam Details \u2190<\/a>\n                        <a class=\"cia-info-btn cia-info-btn-outline\" href=\"https:\/\/sarhgroups.com\/en\/products\/certified-internal-auditor-cia-course\">Explore CIA Course<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"cia-info-hero-media\">\n                    <figure class=\"cia-info-hero-frame\">\n                        <img src=\"https:\/\/sarhgroups.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CIA-2026-books-testbank-mockup-1-8.jpg\" alt=\"CIA certification Arabic books, question bank, and simulation exams on the Sarh platform\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/>\n                    <\/figure>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-hero-badge\">\n                        <strong>A global professional credential in internal auditing<\/strong>\n                        <span>Issued by The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA), its traditional pathway consists of three parts.<\/span>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/header>\n\n    <!-- DIRECT ANSWER -->\n    <div class=\"cia-info-answer-wrap\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <section class=\"cia-info-answer\" aria-labelledby=\"cia-direct-answer\">\n                <div class=\"cia-info-answer-label\" id=\"cia-direct-answer\">The Direct Answer<\/div>\n                <p>The <strong>CIA certification<\/strong> stands for <span lang=\"en\">Certified Internal Auditor<\/span>. It is issued by The Institute of Internal Auditors <span lang=\"en\">(The IIA)<\/span> and focuses on governance, risk management and control, conducting audit engagements, and managing the internal audit function. The traditional pathway consists of three exams, and the exam can be taken in Arabic according to the language schedule and syllabus approved by The IIA.<\/p>\n            <\/section>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- EXAM PARTS AT A GLANCE -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-facts\" aria-label=\"\u062a\u0641\u0627\u0635\u064a\u0644 \u0623\u062c\u0632\u0627\u0621 \u0627\u0645\u062a\u062d\u0627\u0646 CIA\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-facts-heading\">\n                <span>The Exam by the Numbers<\/span>\n                <h2>Each part has its own number of questions and duration<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-facts-grid\">\n                <div class=\"cia-info-fact\">\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-fact-label\">Part One<\/span>\n                    <strong>125 <small>questions<\/small><\/strong>\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-fact-time\">Duration: 150 minutes<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"cia-info-fact\">\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-fact-label\">Part Two<\/span>\n                    <strong>100 <small>questions<\/small><\/strong>\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-fact-time\">Duration: 120 minutes<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"cia-info-fact\">\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-fact-label\">Part Three<\/span>\n                    <strong>100 <small>questions<\/small><\/strong>\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-fact-time\">Duration: 120 minutes<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <p class=\"cia-info-facts-note\"><strong>Passing score:<\/strong> 600 scaled score on each part, with each part administered as an independent exam. <\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- TABLE OF CONTENTS -->\n    <nav class=\"cia-info-toc\" aria-label=\"\u0645\u062d\u062a\u0648\u064a\u0627\u062a \u062f\u0644\u064a\u0644 \u0634\u0647\u0627\u062f\u0629 CIA\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-toc-card\">\n                <p class=\"cia-info-toc-title\">Guide Contents<\/p>\n                <div class=\"cia-info-toc-links\">\n                    <a href=\"#what-is-cia\">CIA Certification Definition<\/a>\n                    <a href=\"#cia-benefits\">Its Importance and Career Pathways<\/a>\n                    <a href=\"#cia-exam\">Exam Parts<\/a>\n                    <a href=\"#cia-eligibility\">Requirements and Experience<\/a>\n                    <a href=\"#cia-steps\">Steps to Obtain It<\/a>\n                    <a href=\"#cia-comparison\">Comparison with Other Certifications<\/a>\n                    <a href=\"#cia-faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/nav>\n\n    <!-- WHAT IS CIA -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-section\" id=\"what-is-cia\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container cia-info-split\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-media\">\n                <img src=\"https:\/\/sarhgroups.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/businesswoman-reading-documents-on-a-laptop-in-a-home-office-setting.-ideal-for-work-from-home-themes.-7679596-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Reviewing documents and analyzing data as part of internal audit engagements\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-copy\">\n                <div class=\"cia-info-kicker\">Definition and Issuing Body<\/div>\n                <h2>What does the Certified Internal Auditor certification demonstrate?<\/h2>\n                <p>The CIA certification demonstrates that its holder possesses a professional knowledge base in internal auditing, including understanding the role of audit within the organization, independence and objectivity, governance, risk management, internal control, and fraud risk, in addition to planning, conducting, and reporting audit engagements.      <\/p>\n                <p>The certification is not exclusive to accountants; a candidate may come from another academic discipline. However, obtaining full certification requires meeting the education and professional experience requirements specified by The Institute of Internal Auditors. <\/p>\n\n                <ul class=\"cia-info-list\">\n                    <li><strong>Specialized credential:<\/strong> Focuses on internal auditing, not just general accounting.<\/li>\n                    <li><strong>Common professional language:<\/strong> Links the auditor&#8217;s work to global standards, governance, risk, and control.<\/li>\n                    <li><strong>International portability:<\/strong> Benefits professionals working in local, regional, or international organizations.<\/li>\n                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- BENEFITS \/ CAREERS -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-section is-soft\" id=\"cia-benefits\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-section-head\">\n                <div>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-kicker\">Professional Value<\/div>\n                    <h2>Who is the CIA certification suitable for?<\/h2>\n                <\/div>\n                <p>The certification is suitable for those who work or plan to work in internal auditing, governance, risk, compliance, and control. It does not replace practical experience but provides a clear, measurable professional framework for it.  <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-cards\">\n                <article class=\"cia-info-card\">\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-card-number\">01<\/span>\n                    <h3>Internal Auditors<\/h3>\n                    <p>For those starting in internal auditing or wanting to move from an operational level to more advanced and supervisory roles.<\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-card\">\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-card-number\">02<\/span>\n                    <h3>Risk, Control, and Compliance<\/h3>\n                    <p>Benefits those working in risk management, internal control, compliance, quality assurance, and external auditing.   <\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-card\">\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-card-number\">03<\/span>\n                    <h3>Accountants and Finance Professionals<\/h3>\n                    <p>For those wanting to expand their path from accounting and financial reporting to governance and evaluation of controls and processes.<\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-card\">\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-card-number\">04<\/span>\n                    <h3>Audit Managers and Directors<\/h3>\n                    <p>Supports understanding of managing the audit function, the risk-based plan, quality assurance, and communication with management and the board of directors.   <\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-card\">\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-card-number\">05<\/span>\n                    <h3>Recent Graduates<\/h3>\n                    <p>Students and those without a university degree can start with the Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) pathway, then transition to CIA with an exemption from Part One according to the approved policy.<\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-card\">\n                    <span class=\"cia-info-card-number\">06<\/span>\n                    <h3>Career Changers<\/h3>\n                    <p>May be suitable for transitioning to auditing and risk if combined with practical understanding and relevant experience, not merely by passing the exam. <\/p>\n                <\/article>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- EXAM -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-section\" id=\"cia-exam\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-section-head\">\n                <div>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-kicker\">Exam Structure<\/div>\n                    <h2>CIA Exam Parts and Number of Questions<\/h2>\n                <\/div>\n                <p>The exam is computer-based and multiple-choice. The Institute of Internal Auditors does not require parts to be taken in a specific order, and candidates may choose the sequence best suited to their study plan.  <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-exam-banner\">\n                <div>\n                    <strong>Important Notice for the Arabic Exam in 2026<\/strong>\n                    <p>The Arabic exam remains on the 2019 syllabus until December 27, 2026, then transitions to the 2025 syllabus starting December 28, 2026. Ensure your study materials align with your exam date.  <\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theiia.org\/en\/certifications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external\">Check languages on The IIA website \u2190<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-table-wrap\">\n                <table class=\"cia-info-table\">\n                    <thead>\n                        <tr>\n                            <th>Part (2025 Syllabus)<\/th>\n                            <th>Number of Questions<\/th>\n                            <th>Duration<\/th>\n                            <th>Key Coverage<\/th>\n                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/thead>\n                    <tbody>\n                        <tr>\n                            <td><strong>Part 1: Essentials of Internal Auditing <\/strong><\/td>\n                            <td>125 questions<\/td>\n                            <td>150 minutes<\/td>\n                            <td>Audit fundamentals, ethics and professionalism, governance, risk management and control, and fraud risk.   <\/td>\n                        <\/tr>\n                        <tr>\n                            <td><strong>Part Two: Internal Audit Engagement <\/strong><\/td>\n                            <td>100 questions<\/td>\n                            <td>120 minutes<\/td>\n                            <td>Engagement planning, gathering, analyzing, and evaluating information, supervision, and communicating engagement results.  <\/td>\n                        <\/tr>\n                        <tr>\n                            <td><strong>Part Three: Internal Audit Function <\/strong><\/td>\n                            <td>100 questions<\/td>\n                            <td>120 minutes<\/td>\n                            <td>Internal audit function operations, risk-based plan, quality, engagement outcomes, and monitoring progress.   <\/td>\n                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/tbody>\n                <\/table>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <p class=\"cia-info-table-note\">The exam uses scaled scoring, with a passing score of 600. This does not necessarily mean answering a fixed percentage of questions correctly, as the result is converted to a scaled score.  <\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- ELIGIBILITY -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-section is-mist\" id=\"cia-eligibility\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-section-head\">\n                <div>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-kicker\">Eligibility and Experience<\/div>\n                    <h2>What are the requirements to obtain the CIA certification?<\/h2>\n                <\/div>\n                <p>You may sit for the exams before completing the required experience, but final certification issuance requires passing all parts, meeting the experience requirement, and documenting it within the program&#8217;s specified timeframe. <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-eligibility-grid\">\n                <article class=\"cia-info-eligibility-card\">\n                    <span>Master&#8217;s degree or equivalent<\/span>\n                    <h3>One year of relevant experience<\/h3>\n                    <p>You may sit for all three parts after application acceptance, then submit proof of one year of recognized experience. <\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-eligibility-card\">\n                    <span>Bachelor&#8217;s degree or equivalent<\/span>\n                    <h3>Two years of experience<\/h3>\n                    <p>The degree need not be in accounting, but two years of relevant experience must be documented to obtain certification. <\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-eligibility-card\">\n                    <span>University student or no degree<\/span>\n                    <h3>Start with the IAP pathway<\/h3>\n                    <p>You may start with the Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) credential, then transition to CIA and receive an exemption from Part One according to the approved policy. <\/p>\n                <\/article>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-note\">\n                <strong>What is meant by relevant experience?<\/strong>\n Areas accepted by The IIA include: internal auditing, quality assurance, risk management, auditing or assessment, compliance, external auditing, and internal control. All program requirements must be completed within <strong>three years<\/strong> from the date of acceptance.       \n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- STEPS -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-section cia-info-path\" id=\"cia-steps\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-section-head\">\n                <div>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-kicker\" style=\"color:#f3abb1\">From Application to Certification<\/div>\n                    <h2>Steps to Obtain the CIA Certification<\/h2>\n                <\/div>\n                <p>This is the typical journey for the traditional pathway. Some details and fees may vary depending on the candidate&#8217;s country, membership, and pathway. <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-steps\">\n                <article class=\"cia-info-step\">\n                    <h3>Determine Eligibility Pathway<\/h3>\n                    <p>Review your educational qualifications and experience and determine whether the traditional pathway, IAP, or Challenge Exam is suitable for you.<\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-step\">\n                    <h3>Create a CCMS Account<\/h3>\n                    <p>Create an account in The Institute of Internal Auditors&#8217; Certification Candidate Management System.<\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-step\">\n                    <h3>Upload Documents<\/h3>\n                    <p>Submit proof of education, a valid government ID, and any additional documents related to your pathway.<\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-step\">\n                    <h3>Register and Schedule<\/h3>\n                    <p>Register for the required part and schedule your appointment at an available Pearson VUE center through the system.<\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-step\">\n                    <h3>Pass the Exams<\/h3>\n                    <p>Pass the required parts within three years; they need not be taken in a fixed order.<\/p>\n                <\/article>\n\n                <article class=\"cia-info-step\">\n                    <h3>Document Experience and Maintain Certification<\/h3>\n                    <p>Complete experience verification, then comply with renewal and continuing professional education requirements after obtaining the certification. <\/p>\n                <\/article>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- COMPARISON -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-section\" id=\"cia-comparison\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-kicker\">Choosing the Right Certification<\/div>\n            <div class=\"cia-info-section-head\" style=\"margin-bottom:20px\">\n                <h2>What is the difference between CIA, CMA, CPA, and CISA?<\/h2>\n                <p>There is no single best certification for everyone; the choice depends on the role you are targeting and the field in which you want to specialize.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <p class=\"cia-info-compare-intro\">The following comparison is simplified to help you determine direction and does not replace reviewing the official requirements of each issuing body. <\/p>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-table-wrap\">\n                <table class=\"cia-info-table\">\n                    <thead>\n                        <tr>\n                            <th>Certification<\/th>\n                            <th>Primary Focus<\/th>\n                            <th>Usually most suitable for those who want to<\/th>\n                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/thead>\n                    <tbody>\n                        <tr>\n                            <td><strong>CIA<\/strong><\/td>\n                            <td>Internal auditing, governance, risk, control, and conducting and managing audit engagements.<\/td>\n                            <td>Work in internal auditing, risk, control, compliance, or lead the audit function.<\/td>\n                        <\/tr>\n                        <tr>\n                            <td><strong>CMA<\/strong><\/td>\n                            <td>Management accounting, financial planning and analysis, performance, and decision-making.<\/td>\n                            <td>Advance in finance, management accounting, and financial planning and analysis.<\/td>\n                        <\/tr>\n                        <tr>\n                            <td><strong>CPA \/ JCPA<\/strong><\/td>\n                            <td>Accounting, financial reporting, external auditing, and professional or legal requirements depending on the country.<\/td>\n                            <td>Work in public accounting, external auditing, or licensed professional practice.<\/td>\n                        <\/tr>\n                        <tr>\n                            <td><strong>CISA<\/strong><\/td>\n                            <td>Information systems auditing, technical controls, cybersecurity, and IT risk management.   <\/td>\n                            <td>Specialize in systems auditing, information technology, and technical controls.<\/td>\n                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/tbody>\n                <\/table>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-section is-soft\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-reality\">\n                <div>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-kicker\" style=\"color:#f3abb1\">Realistic Professional Expectations<\/div>\n                    <h2>Does the CIA certification guarantee a job or a specific salary increase?<\/h2>\n                    <p>No certification guarantees a job or a fixed percentage salary increase. The value of the CIA appears when combined with practical experience, the ability to apply standards, and strong analytical and communication skills. It can enhance your opportunities and professional credibility, but the actual impact varies by country, sector, experience, and role.     <\/p>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"cia-info-reality-points\">\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-reality-point\">The certification demonstrates knowledge; experience demonstrates the ability to apply it.<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-reality-point\">Salary is influenced by the market, role, and responsibilities, not by certification alone. <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-reality-point\">The best outcome comes from combining study, application, and building a clear professional record.<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- FAQ -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-section\" id=\"cia-faq\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-faq-head\">\n                <div class=\"cia-info-kicker\">Brief Answers<\/div>\n                <h2>Frequently Asked Questions About the CIA Certification<\/h2>\n                <p>These answers are based on official information available from The Institute of Internal Auditors as of the page update date.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"cia-info-faq\">\n                <details open=\"\">\n                    <summary>What does the CIA abbreviation mean?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>It stands for <span lang=\"en\">Certified Internal Auditor<\/span>.<\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>Is the CIA certification globally recognized?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>Yes. The Institute of Internal Auditors describes it as the global specialized credential in internal auditing, used by professionals working in multiple organizations and sectors around the world.  <\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>Is the CIA certification only for accountants?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>No. A university degree in accounting is not required, but the education and professional experience requirements specified for your pathway must be met.  <\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>Is the CIA exam available in Arabic?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>Yes. Arabic is one of the available languages. Until December 27, 2026, the Arabic exam follows the 2019 syllabus, then transitions to the 2025 syllabus starting December 28, 2026.   <\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>How many parts and questions are in the CIA exam?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>The traditional pathway consists of three parts: Part One has 125 questions, Part Two has 100 questions, and Part Three has 100 questions\u2014325 questions in total.   <\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>What is the passing score for the CIA exam?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>The scaled passing score is 600. The IIA uses a scaled scoring system, so there is no fixed published percentage of correct answers that applies to every exam form.  <\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>Must CIA parts be taken in order?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>No. The IIA does not impose a specific order for the parts, and you may choose the sequence best suited to your study plan within the program timeframe.  <\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>Can the exam be taken before completing the experience requirement?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>Yes. An accepted candidate may sit for the exams before completing the required experience, but final certification issuance requires documenting experience and meeting all requirements.  <\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>Where is the CIA exam held?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>Registration is done through CCMS, then you select an appointment and an available Pearson VUE testing center in your country. Centers and appointments may change, so the official system is the final reference.   <\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>How long do I have to complete the CIA certification?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>All CIA program requirements must be completed within three years from the date of acceptance into the program.<\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>How much does the CIA certification cost?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>Application and exam fees vary by membership and country and may change over time. Training and study material fees are separate from IIA fees, so it is best to review the official pricing page before registering.   <\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n\n                <details>\n                    <summary>Does the CIA certification require renewal?<\/summary>\n                    <div class=\"cia-info-faq-answer\"><p>Yes. Certification status must be maintained through annual renewal and meeting continuing professional education requirements according to IIA policy and the professional status of the certification holder. <\/p><\/div>\n                <\/details>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- SOURCES \/ REVIEW -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-section is-soft\" style=\"padding-top:0\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-review\">\n                <div>\n                    <strong>Prepared and reviewed by: Sarh Professional Training Team <\/strong>\n                    <p>Last updated: August 18, 2026. Exam structure, eligibility, language, and duration were reviewed with reference to official sources from The Institute of Internal Auditors. Published IIA policies remain the final reference in the event of any change.   <\/p>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"cia-info-source-links\" aria-label=\"\u0627\u0644\u0645\u0635\u0627\u062f\u0631 \u0627\u0644\u0631\u0633\u0645\u064a\u0629\">\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theiia.org\/en\/certifications\/cia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external\">Official CIA Page<\/a>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theiia.org\/en\/certifications\/cia\/exam-prep-resources\/exam-syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external\">Exam Syllabus<\/a>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theiia.org\/en\/content\/certifications\/certification-candidate-handbook\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external\">Candidate Guide<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n    <!-- FINAL CTA -->\n    <section class=\"cia-info-cta-section\">\n        <div class=\"cia-info-container\">\n            <div class=\"cia-info-cta\">\n                <div>\n                    <h2>Now you know the certification. Choose your preparation method. <\/h2>\n                    <p>You can enroll in the interactive CIA course, start with the study materials and question bank, or choose the recorded course according to the time and method that suits you.  <\/p>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"cia-info-cta-actions\">\n                    <a class=\"cia-info-btn cia-info-btn-light\" href=\"https:\/\/sarhgroups.com\/en\/products\/certified-internal-auditor-cia-course\">Interactive CIA Course<\/a>\n                    <a class=\"cia-info-btn cia-info-btn-ghost\" href=\"https:\/\/sarhgroups.com\/en\/products\/hock-cia-internal-audit-study-material-books-question-bank\">CIA Materials and Self-Study<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n<\/article>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home \u2190 Professional Certifications \u2190 CIA Certification Updated Guide for 2026 What is the CIA Certification? 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