Price Includes

CIA Learning Kit$895 non-members

$795 members

Jason Mefford is a sought after adviser and speaker on ethics, corporate governance, GRC, and internal audit topics. He is currently the President of Mefford Associates, a professional training, coaching and boutique advisory firm.

Jason has been the chief audit executive at two different multi-billion dollar manufacturing companies. Prior to that he was a manager at both Arthur Andersen and KPMG, performing internal and external audits and advisory services for clients in various industries. He was also a national instructor at both firms.

Jason is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Governance, Risk Management and Compliance Professional (GRCP) and Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA).

He is a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and is an active IIA volunteer serving at the local and international level. He is currently a fellow with the Open Compliance and Ethics Group (OCEG) a nonprofit think tank that uniquely helps organizations drive Principled Performance® by enhancing corporate culture and integrating governance, risk management, and compliance processes.

He has been recognized by Yale University as a rising star in corporate governance, and was a finalist for the Corporate Secretary Magazine rising star in corporate governance award.

Jason is a graduate of Boise State University (BBA in Accountancy) and the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business (MBA in Business).

Jason Lee Mefford

Expert Trainer

Earning the CIA designation is a valuable accomplish-ment and a professional advantage for auditors at all stages of their careers, including:

» chief audit executives, » audit managers » audit staff » risk management staff

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

» Distinguish you from your peers.

» Demonstrate your proficiency with internal staff and external clients.

» Develop your knowledge of best practices in the industry.

» Demonstrate your proficiency and professionalism.

» Lay a foundation for continued improvement and advancement.

WHY BECOME A CIA?

The CIA designation is the only globally accepted certification for internal auditors and remains the standard by which individuals demonstrate their competency and professionalism in the internal auditing field. Since the program’s launch in 1973, it has opened up countless doors of opportunity for practitioners around the world as it communicates their ability to serve as a key player in their organization’s success. Candidates leave the program enriched with educational experience, applicable knowledge, and business tools that can deliver a positive impact in any organization or business environment. The CIA exam is also offered in Arabic.

ABOUT CIA DESIGNATION

EDUCATION

CIA candidates must hold a 4-year post-secondary degree (or higher) or its educational equivalent from an accredited university.

WORK EXPERIENCE

CIA candidates must obtain a minimum of 24 months of internal auditing experience or its equivalent. A Masters degree can substitute for 12 of the required 24 months. A completed Experience Verification Form is required. Candidates may apply to the program and sit for the exam prior to satisfying the professional experience requirement, but will not be certified until all program requirements have been met.

CERTIFIED INTERNAL AUDITOR® (CIA®) ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

LEORON Professional Development Institute is registered with the Na-tional Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional educa-tion on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accoun-

tancy have final authority on the acceptance of individu-al courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org

5 KEY TAKE AWAYS

1 Build a solid foundation.

2 Increase your earning potential by as much as 40%

3 Significant opportunity in career growth

4 Improve your internal audit skills and knowledge

5 Build confidence in your knowledge of the profession

Established in 1941, The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an international professional association with global headquarters in Altamonte Springs, Florida, USA. The IIA is the internal audit profession’s global voice, recognized authority, acknowledged leader, chief advocate, and prin-cipal educator. Members work in internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, information technology audit, education, and security.

ABOUT THE UAE IIA AFFILIATED BY IIA GLOBAL

May 14-18, 2017 | Riyadh, KSA

COURSE OVERVIEW

The IIA’s CIA Learning System Program is designed to expand your internal audit knowledge, build confidence for addressing today’s internal audit challenges, and prepare you for the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) exam. The program, consisting of three courses, utilizes The Institute of Internal Auditors CIA Learning System. This certificate program will provide you with an in-depth review of the global CIA exam syllabus and materials included in The IIA’s CIA Learning System.

The IIA’s CIA Learning System is a premier quality CIA review course designed to meet the unique needs of busy internal audit professionals. Developed under the guidance of CIA-certified subject matter experts, this program will provide you with the tools necessary to successfully prepare for the CIA exam in the time frame that best suits you.

The Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) exam tests a candidate’s knowledge of current internal auditing practices and understanding of internal audit issues, risks and remedies. The exam is offered in three parts, each part consisting of multiple-choice questions. The testing period is different for each of the parts and it is determined based on the number of questions.

CERTIFIED INTERNAL AUDITOR® (CIA®) EXAM SYLLABUS

PROGRAMTIMINGS

Registration will begin at 08.00 on Day One.

The program will commence at 08.30 each day and continue until 16.30.

There will be two refreshment breaks and lunch at ap-propriate intervals.

AHMAD N. OMAR Internal Audit Manager - Head Office

TESTIMONIALS

I am really glad to deal with Leoron for my training, the atmosphere of the course was comfortable and the instructor “Jason Lee Mefford” was excellent specially that he conducted the course on a highly interactive manner which allowed me to update & align my knowledge not only with what’s required to successfully pass

the test but also with the best practices for my profession; most importantly were the high calibers I met in the course, I had the chance to meet highly professional calibers that am proud to add to my network of professionals for a lot of them are loaded with experience & knowledge that I definitely will be able to use in the future.

IN-HOUSE If interested to run this course in-house please contact Val Jusufi at +971 4 447 5711 or e-mail: val@leoron.com

DISTANCE LEARNING PROG. If interested to run this course with our distance learning program please contact Agron Kurtishi at +971 4 447 5711 or e-mail: agron.kurtishi@leoron.com

Delivery Type Group Live

Pre-requisites None

Level Beginner

This Program is worth 35 NASBA CPE credits

May 14-18, 2017 | Riyadh, KSA

PART 1 – INTERNAL AUDIT BASICS

The new CIA exam Part 1 topics tested include aspects of mandatory guidance from the IPPF; internal control and risk concepts; as well as tools and techniques for conducting internal audit engagements. Participants are given 2.5 Hours to answer 125 questions.

I. Mandatory Guidance (35-45%)A. Definition of Internal Auditing Define purpose, authority, and responsibility of the

internal audit activityB. Code of Ethics Abide by and promote compliance with The IIA

Code of EthicsC. International Standards1. Comply with The IIA’s Attribute Standards2. Maintain independence and objectivitya. Foster independenceb. Foster objectivity3. Determine if the required knowledge, skills, and

competencies are available4. Develop and/or procure necessary knowledge,

skills and competencies collectively required by the internal audit activity

5. Exercise due professional care6. Promote continuing professional development7. Promote quality assurance and improvement of

the internal audit activity

PART 2 – INTERNAL AUDIT PRACTICE

The new CIA exam Part 2 topics tested include managing the internal audit function via the strategic and operational role of internal audit and establishing a risk-based plan; the steps to manage individual engagements (planning, supervision, communicating results, and monitoring outcomes); as well as fraud risks and controls. Participants are given 2.0 Hours to answer 100 questions.

I. Managing the Internal Audit Function (40-50%)

A. Strategic Role of Internal AuditB. Operational Role of IAC. Establish Risk-Based IA Plan

II. Managing Individual Engagements (40-50%)A. Plan EngagementsB. Supervise EngagementC. Communicate Engagement ResultsD. Monitor Engagement Outcomes

II. Internal Control / Risk (25-35%) – Awareness Level (A)

A. Types of Controls (e.g., preventive, detective, input, output, etc.)

B. Management Control TechniquesC. Internal Control Framework Characteristics and Use

(e.g., COSO, Cadbury)1. Develop and implement an organization-wide risk

and control frameworkD. Alternative Control FrameworksE. Risk Vocabulary and ConceptsF. Fraud Risk Awareness1. Types of fraud2. Fraud red flags

III. Conducting Internal Audit Engagements – Audit Tools and Techniques (28-38%)

A. Data Gathering (Collect and analyze data on proposed engagements)

B. Data Analysis and InterpretationC. Data ReportingD. Documentation / Work PapersE. Process Mapping, Including FlowchartingF. Evaluate Relevance, Sufficiency, and Competence

of Evidence

III. Fraud Risks and Controls (5-15%)A. Consider the potential for fraud risks and identify

common types of fraud associated with the engagement area during the engagement planning process

B. Determine if fraud risks require special consideration when conducting an engagement

C. Determine if any suspected fraud merits investigation

D. Complete a process review to improve controls to prevent fraud and recommend changes

E. Employ audit tests to detect fraudF. Support a culture of fraud awareness, and

encourage the reporting of improprietiesG. Interrogation/investigative techniques – Aware-

ness Level (A)H. Forensic auditing – Awareness Level (A)F. Evaluate Relevance, Sufficiency, and Competence

of Evidence

CIA EXAM CONTENT - PART1 & PART2

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