Certification

Empowering professionals to protect integrity, manage risk, and drive trust in an ever-changing world.

Providers of Internal Audit Education

Internal audit education is delivered through a combination of professional bodies, academic institutions, and specialized training providers. The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is the leading global provider, offering standards-based education, certifications, and continuing professional development. Universities and business schools also play a key role by integrating internal audit, risk management, and governance into accounting and finance programs, while firms and learning platforms provide practical, technology-focused, and industry-specific training to support lifelong learning.

Key Qualifications and Certifications

The main qualifications in internal audit education are designed to build credibility, competence, and global consistency. The Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is the flagship professional designation, recognized worldwide as the standard for internal audit excellence. Other important qualifications include the Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), and sector- or region-specific credentials, often complemented by degrees in accounting, finance, or business.

Education as a Foundational Pillar of the Internal Audit Review

Education is one of the three foundational pillars of the Internal Audit Review initiative, alongside standards and professional practice. It underpins the profession’s ability to adapt, innovate, and deliver value in increasingly complex environments. By strengthening education pathways and aligning learning with future skills needs, the initiative reinforces the quality, relevance, and resilience of the internal audit profession for organizations and society.

The Internal Audit Review will execute its educational initiatives through strategic partnerships with professional organizations, academic institutions, and universities. By collaborating with established education providers and centers of academic excellence, the initiative aims to expand access to high-quality learning, encourage innovation in curriculum design, and ensure education remains aligned with global standards and emerging skills required by the profession.