CIA® Part 1 – Certified Internal Auditor

Course Overview | Internal Audit Fundamentals

The Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Part 1 Course by EduDelphi is a comprehensive, exam-focused training programme designed to help aspiring and practising internal auditors develop a strong foundation in internal auditing principles, professional standards, governance, risk management and internal controls.

Aligned with The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) 2025 CIA Examination Syllabus and Global Internal Audit Standards, the programme combines structured learning, practical examples, exam-oriented discussions and scenario-based questions to prepare candidates for the CIA Part 1 examination.

What You’ll Learn

The course covers the four key domains of the CIA Part 1 examination:

• Foundations of Internal Auditing (35%): Purpose and responsibilities of internal auditing, internal audit charter, independence, assurance and advisory services, and the Three Lines Model.
• Ethics and Professionalism (20%): Integrity, objectivity, professional competence, due professional care, confidentiality and ethical decision-making.
• Governance, Risk Management and Control (30%): Corporate governance, organisational culture, risk assessment, risk management frameworks, internal controls and control effectiveness.
• Fraud Risks (15%): Fraud concepts, fraud risk indicators, preventive and detective controls, and the internal auditor’s role in fraud risk management.

Learning Experience

EduDelphi provides a structured learning experience supported by experienced faculty and comprehensive digital learning resources.

Through the EduDelphi Learning Management System (LMS), participants benefit from:

• Structured study materials and comprehensive notes.
• Recorded lectures and concept explanations.
• Mind maps, infographics and revision resources.
• Practice MCQs with detailed answer explanations.
• Mock examinations and exam-oriented assessments.
• Flexible learning and self-paced revision support.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, learners will be better equipped to understand the Global Internal Audit Standards, evaluate governance and risk management practices, assess internal controls, recognise fraud risks and apply professional judgement to internal auditing scenarios.

The programme also strengthens candidates’ conceptual understanding, analytical abilities and examination readiness.

CIA Part 1 Examination

The CIA Part 1 examination consists of 125 multiple-choice questions, with an examination duration of 150 minutes.

Successful completion of Part 1 represents an important milestone towards earning the globally recognised Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation, awarded by The Institute of Internal Auditors upon fulfilment of all certification requirements.

Course coverage is based on The IIA’s revised 2025 CIA Part 1 syllabus.