CIA Challenge Exam Accelerator Pack
A structured path through every section of CIA Challenge Exam, aligned to the Global Internal Audit Standards: concepts, exam traps, cheatsheets and a study plan.
CIA Challenge Exam
The Challenge Exam is a one-sitting route to the CIA for approved CPA and CA holders and qualified CISA holders. It covers the whole CIA body of knowledge in one 150-question exam, aligned to the Global Internal Audit Standards.
Why take the Challenge Exam?
Already qualified as an accountant or IS auditor? The Challenge Exam is the shortest road to the CIA.
One exam, not three
A single 150-question, 3-hour exam replaces Parts 1, 2 and 3 for eligible candidates.
Recognises what you’ve earned
It is open to approved CPA and CA holders and qualified CISA holders, building on the audit judgement you already have.
Adds internal audit to your profile
For a CISA holder, the CIA adds the internal audit credential; for an accountant, it moves you into assurance over the whole organisation.
Tests application
It assesses practical application of the 2024 Global Internal Audit Standards at an advanced level, the way you would use them at work.
What the exam covers
| Section | Topic | Exam weight | ≈ Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Internal Audit Professionalism and Quality | 20% | 30 |
| B | Internal Audit Operations and Audit Plan | 15% | 23 |
| C | Engagement Planning | 20% | 30 |
| D | Engagement Performance | 25% | 38 |
| E | Engagement Results and Monitoring | 20% | 30 |
CIA Challenge study packs
CIA Challenge Exam Questions Hub
Exam-style practice questions for CIA Challenge Exam, with an explanation for every answer and your score by section.
CIA Challenge Exam Visual Blueprints
One-page visual blueprints of each section of CIA Challenge Exam, for fast recall and revision, as page-turning flipbooks.