What is CISA:

The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is a certification issued by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA).

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is a globally recognized certification in the field of audit, control and security of information systems. CISA gained worldwide acceptance having uniform certification criteria, the certification has a high degree of visibility and recognition in the fields of IT security, IT audit, IT risk management and governance. Vacancies in the areas of IT security management, IT audit or IT risk management often ask for a CISA certification. The exam tends to be associated with a high failure rate. CISA is awarded by ISACA.

Why CISA:

-Confirms your knowledge and experience

-Quantifies and markets your expertise

-Demonstrates that you have gained and maintained the level of knowledge required to meet the dynamic challenges of a modern enterprise

-Is globally recognized as the mark of excellence for the IS audit professional

-Combines the achievement of passing a comprehensive exam with recognition of work and educational experience, providing you with credibility in the marketplace.

-Increases your value to your organization

-Gives you a competitive advantage over peers when seeking job growth

-Helps you achieve a high professional standard through ISACA’s requirements for continuing education and ethical conduct

Exam Pattern:

CISA exams are conducted three times a year: in June, September and December. The exam is known to be difficult examination and having four hours in length, consists of 150 multiple choice questions and uses the format of one correct answer per question. The scoring is weighted depending on an predetermined value for each question with a passing score of 450 points and a 800-point score as the maximum. Some questions are purely for statistical purposes and do not affect the candidate's score.

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