Module 1 (COUR21101101):

The Institute, in partnership with The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), offers the 2021 Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Challenge Exam to HKICPA members as a fast track route to obtain the CIA professional designation. To help candidates better prepare for the exam, we have arranged for the following exam preparatory courses to take place in October 2021. The modules will reinforce your CIA knowledge, clarify topics and build exam day confidence. Taught by CIA-certified trainers, candidates will also practice sample exam questions.

Topics include:
Foundations of Internal Auditing
• What is internal audit, details about internal audit charter, difference between assurance and consulting services

Independence and Objectivity
• Importance of independence and objectivity of internal audit

Proficiency and Due Professional Care
• Knowledge, skills, competency and professional care required to fulfil the IA responsibilities

Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP)
• Elements and requirements of quality assurance and improvement programs
• Reporting requirement and disclosure of the QAIPs

Governance, Risk Management, and Control
• Concept of organizational governance
• Risk, risk management process and risk management frameworks

Fraud Risks
• Types of fraud risks and controls to prevent and detect fraud

There are 3 more modules in this course and you may click the links below for further details and enrolment.
• Module 2
• Module 3
• Module 4