• Exam Breakdown
  • Domain Breakdown
  • Access Breakdown

Exam Format

  • Exam Code: CIA-Part 2
  • certification Level: Professional (CIA Program)
  • Exam Duration: 150 minutes (2.5 hours)
  • Passing Score: 600 (on a scaled score of 250–750)
  • Unscored Content: The exam may include unscored pre-test questions used for research. These do not affect your final score.

Exam Details

  • Question Types: Multiple-choice questions
  • Number of Questions: 100 questions
  • Hands-On Questions: No simulations (knowledge-based MCQs only)

Exam Policies

  • Offline Proctoring: Available at authorized Pearson VUE test centers
  • Online Proctoring: Available via Pearson VUE OnVUE remote testing
  • Waiting Period: 30 days after a failed attempt before retaking
  • Retake Fee: Full exam fee required for each retake

Certification Validity and Renewal

  • Validity: CIA certification is valid for life
  • Renewal Options: Maintain certification by earning 40 CPE hours annually and paying annual IIA maintenance fees

Exam Fee

  • Base Fee: $310 USD (non-IIA members), $255 USD (IIA members) — excluding taxes
  • Taxes: Country-specific VAT/GST may apply
  • Example: In India, 18% tax applies, making the total $365.80 USD ($310 + $55.80 tax) for non-members

Prerequisites

To sit for CIA Part 2, candidates must:
  • Be enrolled in the CIA program
  • Have a bachelor’s degree (or approved equivalent)
  • Meet IIA education and work-experience requirements

Exam Topics

CIA Part 2 covers the following domains:

  • Managing the Internal Audit Activity
  • Planning Engagements
  • Performing Engagements
  • Communicating Engagement Results
  • Monitoring Progress & Remediation
  • Fraud Risks & Controls
  • Data Analytics & Technology
  • Quality Assurance & Improvement Program

Intended Audience

CIA Part 2 is ideal for:
  • Internal Auditors
  • Audit Supervisors
  • Risk & Compliance Professionals
  • Professionals managing audit engagements

Career Impact

Jobs You Can Get:
  • Internal Auditor, Audit Manager, Risk Analyst, Compliance Manager
Average Salary:
  • U.S.: $70,000 – $110,000
  • India: ₹6,00,000 – ₹18,00,000
  • U.K.: £45,000 – £80,000
  • UAE: 120,000 – 220,000 AED
Why It’s Valuable:
  • Globally recognized gold-standard internal audit certification issued by IIA

Exam Mode

The exam is proctored and can be taken:
  • In-person at Pearson VUE test centers
  • Online through Pearson VUE remote proctoring

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After you pass the exam:

  • Results available immediately
  • Certification progress updated in IIA CCMS portal
  • Digital badge issued via Credly

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    Strengthens Practical Internal Audit Skills

    This certification exam validates applied internal audit knowledge, focusing on risk assessment, fraud detection, IT controls, and audit execution, helping professionals enhance real-world auditing and governance capabilities.

    Globally Recognized Internal Audit Credential

    As part of the CIA designation, this exam strengthens professional credibility worldwide and demonstrates advanced competence in internal auditing practices, risk management, and compliance frameworks.

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    FAQ

    • Who should take the CIA Part 2: Practice of Internal Auditing exam?

      CIA Part 2 is designed for internal auditors and professionals working in risk, compliance, and audit roles. It is ideal for candidates pursuing the CIA designation who want to demonstrate applied knowledge in internal control, fraud risk assessment, IT auditing, and audit engagement execution.

    • How difficult is CIA Part 2?
    • Why is CIA Part 2 important for the CIA certification?
    • What resources can be used to prepare for CIA Part 2?

      Candidates can prepare using official IIA learning materials, review courses, practice questions, and internal control frameworks such as COSO. Studying fraud risk, IT controls, and audit execution processes is essential. Practical auditing experience significantly improves exam readiness and success.

    • Is CIA Part 2 valuable in 2026?