Institute of Internal Auditors

**Since 1941, The Institute of Internal Auditors has been the global leader in advancing the internal audit profession.** As the author and curator of the Global Internal Audit Standards™, The IIA is the profession's only source for certification, education, research, and guidance. **Our Mission** The mission of The Institute of Internal Auditors is to advance the internal auditing profession and support internal auditors through: - Promoting the value of internal auditing in business and government. - Providing world-class professional education and certification programs. - Advancing industry research on best practices in risk management, compliance, and governance. - Bringing together internal auditors globally to foster collaboration and innovation. We believe that strong internal audit practices create stronger organizations and a more accountable business environment. **What We Do** At our core, The IIA exists to elevate the profession of internal auditing and provide our members with the tools, training, and certifications to enhance organizational effectiveness. **Advancing the Internal Audit Profession** - We develop and uphold the [Global Internal Audit Standards™](https://www.theiia.org/en/standards/), setting the global benchmark for the industry. - Members gain access and savings to [online learning, workshops](https://www.theiia.org/en/learning/), [free CPE opportunities](https://www.theiia.org/en/learning/online/webinars/), and [conferences](https://www.theiia.org/en/learning/conferences/) like the Great Audit Minds (GAM) and IGNITE Conferences. **Certifications & Education** - [Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®)](https://www.theiia.org/en/certifications/cia/) – The only globally recognized certification for internal auditors. - [Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP)](https://www.theiia.org/en/certifications/iap/) – Focused on building a foundational set of auditing skills and knowledge. - [Certification in Risk Management Assurance® (CRMA®)](https://www.theiia.org/en/certifications/crma/) – Specializing in risk assessment and governance. **Research & Thought Leadership** - [The Internal Audit Foundation](https://www.theiia.org/en/internal-audit-foundation/) exists to help audit current and future practitioners experience continuous growth in their careers and to propel them to become respected and trusted advisors and thought leaders in the industry. - [*Internal Auditor*](https://internalauditor.theiia.org/en/) is The IIA's member-benefit publication filled with industry news, insights, thought leadership and more. **Advocacy & Public Policy** - Our North American [advocacy](https://www.theiia.org/en/about-us/advocacy/) team regularly meets with government officials in Ottawa and Washington, DC and we are working to build out a presence at the provincial, state, and local level. - The IIA proudly supports our [117 institutes around the world](https://www.theiia.org/en/about-us/chapters-and-affiliates/) as they engage with their countries’ public policymakers, and profession stakeholders.