Certified Information Systems Auditor - CISA

Who is it for?

The CISA certification is designed for those who audit, control, monitor and assess an enterprise’s information technology and business systems. CISA training would be valuable for any IT professional looking to work in Systems Audit, demonstrating to employers that they have the industry-standard skill set to perform in the field.

What jobs will I qualify for?

• IT Systems Auditor
• Technology Risk Executive

In these roles, you could earn up to £45,000 per annum (source: reed.co.uk Salary Checker, 2013, UK Only).

When can I start? 

You can enrol at any time -  start today.

Are there any requirements?

A minimum of five years relevant work experience, gained in the 10 years immediately preceding certification, are required to pass the CISA (this experience may be contributed to by three years of relevant study).

Module breakdown

You will receive training covering the following

Module 01 - The Process of Auditing Information Systems

Lesson 1: Management of the Audit Function
Lesson 2: ISACA IT Audit and Assurance Standards and Guidelines
Lesson 3: Risk Analysis
Lesson 4: Internal Controls
Lesson 5: Performing An IS Audit
Lesson 6: Control Self-Assessment
Lesson 7: The Evolving IS Audit Process

Module 02 - Governance and Management of IT

Lesson 1: Corporate Governance
Lesson 2: IT Governance
Lesson 3: IT Monitoring and Assurance Practices for Board and Senior Management
Lesson 4: Information Systems Strategy
Lesson 5: Maturity and Process Improvement Models
Lesson 6: IT Investment and Allocation Practices
Lesson 7: Policies and Procedures
Lesson 8: Risk Management
Lesson 9: IS Management Practices
Lesson 10: IS Organizational Structure and Responsibilities
Lesson 11: Auditing IT Governance Structure and Implementation
Lesson 12: Business Continuity Planning

Module 03 - Information Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation

Lesson 1: Business Realization
Lesson 2: Project Management Structure
Lesson 3: Project Management Practices
Lesson 4: Business Application Development
Lesson 5: Business Application Systems
Lesson 6: Alternative Forms of Software Project Organization
Lesson 7: Alternative Development Methods
Lesson 8: Infrastructure Development/Acquisition Practices
Lesson 9: Information Systems Maintenance Practices
Lesson 10: System Development Tools And Productivity Aids
Lesson 11: Business Process Reengineering And Process Change Projects
Lesson 12: Application Controls
Lesson 13: Auditing Application Controls
Lesson 14: Auditing Systems Development, Acquisition And Maintenance

Module 04 - Information Systems Operations, Maintenance and Support

Lesson 1: Information Systems Operations
Lesson 2: Information Systems Hardware
Lesson 3: IS Architecture and Software
Lesson 4: Network Infrastructure
Lesson 5: Disaster Recovery Planning

Module 05 - Protection of Information Assets

Lesson 1: Importance Of Information Security
Lesson 2: Logical Access
Lesson 3: Network Infrastructure Security
Lesson 4: Auditing Information Security Management Framework
Lesson 5: Auditing Network Infrastructure Security
Lesson 6: Environmental Exposures and Controls
Lesson 7: Physical Access Exposures and Controls

What support is available?

• Your training takes place through easy-to-navigate video, audio and interactive tutorials
• At the end of each section you will have the opportunity to sit multiple-choice practice tests to check how you are getting on
• LiveChat Mentors, and our Student Support team, will be available to help you along the way

How will I be assessed?

This course will prepare you for the CISA exam. This requires booking and purchasing separately.