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CIA Exam Parts
3 Parts | 8–12 Months | Globally Recognised | Integrated with Simandhar Mentorship
Essentials of Internal Auditing
- F1Foundations of Internal Auditing
- F2Independence and Objectivity
- F3Proficiency and Due Professional Care
- F4Quality Assurance and Improvement
- F5Governance, Risk Management & Control
- F6Fraud Risks
Practice of Internal Auditing
- P1Managing the Internal Audit Activity
- P2Planning the Engagement
- P3Performing the Engagement
- P4Communicating Engagement Results
- P5Monitoring Engagement Outcomes
Business Knowledge for Internal Auditing
- B1Business Acumen
- B2Information Security
- B3Information Technology
- B4Financial Management
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CA vs CIA
CA
Chartered Accountant — ICAI, India
Indian qualification only — limited recognition outside India and a few Commonwealth countries
3 levels, 16 exams — one of the toughest exams in India with a very low pass rate
Covers tax, audit & accounting but focused on statutory compliance — not internal audit or risk
No dedicated internal audit credential — CAs doing internal audit lack a globally recognised title
Best for public practice — statutory audit, tax filing, and CA firm work in India
CIA
Certified Internal Auditor — IIA, Global
The only globally recognised Internal Audit credential — awarded by The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
Only 3 parts — shorter exam structure, can be cleared in 8–12 months alongside a job
Covers internal audit, risk, governance & compliance — Most preffered by Big 4 & MNCs
CA + CIA = powerful combination — CAs who add CIA unlock Head of Internal Audit & CAE roles
Best for internal audit careers — Big 4, MNCs, Banks, GCCs, and global companies in India & abroad
Already a CA or CA student? CIA is the perfect add-on — it takes your audit knowledge global and positions you for Chief Audit Executive (CAE) and Head of Internal Audit roles at top MNCs and Big 4 firms.
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AI-Integrated U.S. CIA is Designed for
Working Professionals
- The highest tax credential awarded by the IRS — globally recognised Internal Audit certification by IIA (Institute of Internal Auditors)
- Only 3 parts — Part 1: Internal Audit Basics, Part 2: Internal Audit Practice, Part 3: Business Knowledge for Internal Auditing
- No fixed exam window — exams are available year-round (computer-based testing). You decide your exam date anytime!
- Once you pass Part 1, you have a 3-year rolling window to pass Parts 2 & 3. Focus on one part at a time
- 100% objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) — no essays, no simulations. Fully computer-based
- Commitment needed: 10–15 hours of study every week — designed for working professionals
Global Pass Rate
~40%
IIA global average
Simandhar Pass Rate
~85%
Best in India
CIA — 3 Parts at a Glance
Trusted by 10,000+ CIA students across India — Simandhar Alumni
Jobs at MNCs in India, U.S. & Globally
10,000+ Simandhar alumni are building global careers across Big 4s, MNCs, and top CIA firms.
Avg Salary in India
₹6 to 9 lakhs+
Avg Salary in U.S.
₹12 to 20 lakhs+
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CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) is the world's leading professional certification for internal auditors. It validates expertise in internal auditing, risk management, governance, compliance, and internal controls.
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