CERTIFIED INTERNAL AUDITOR - CIA

The CERTIFIED INTERNAL AUDITOR (CIA) credential is the advanced professional certification that delivers tangible value. It demonstrates your command of the critical accounting and financial management skills demanded by today’s dynamic businesses, translating into significant career opportunities for you.

Earning professional designations can provide numerous benefits, including improved career prospects and enhanced earning power. According to the Robert Half 2008 Salary Guide, possessing an industry-recognized credential can raise a job candidate’s starting salary by as much as 10 percent.

As the business world becomes more complex and specialized, the demand for individuals with industry recognized credentials will continue to intensify. Corporate governance reforms, an increasingly global business environment and rapidly changing technologies have fueled the need for professionals with advanced skills and up-to-date knowledge.

Certain credentials have become particularly desirable since the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and similar reforms. These designations include the certified internal auditor (CIA), Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) and the Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA), all offered by The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA). A master’s in business administration (MBA) also can be valuable for those aspiring to leadership positions.