{"id":45254,"date":"2025-08-13T15:14:32","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T10:14:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mirchawala.com\/blogs\/?p=45254"},"modified":"2026-05-12T13:42:16","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T08:42:16","slug":"how-to-get-the-cia-certification-in-malta-a-step-by-step-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mirchawala.com\/blogs\/how-to-get-the-cia-certification-in-malta-a-step-by-step-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get the CIA Certification in Malta: A Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Introduction<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Today\u2019s financial and corporate world is continuously developing itself. Internal auditors also share their contribution by ensuring visibility, governance, and risk handling or risk management. For those aiming to stand out in the CIA, the CIA Certification in Malta presents a unique opportunity.<\/p>\n

The CIA qualification is awarded by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), which is the internationally recognized certification for Internal audit experts. It verifies your skills in risk management, internal control, and governance \u2013 expertise that employers internationally consider essential.<\/p>\n

Officially, in 2023, Malta joined the IIA global network, and experts here now have localized access to the training center. International networking, future guidance, specifically designed Maltese market, we will walk you through with complete guidance \u2013 how to get CIA Certification in Malta step by step.<\/p>\n

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Step 1: Grasp what the CIA Certification offers.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Before making a move, it’s important to learn why the CIA Certification in Malta is valuable practice:<\/p>\n

Global certification<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n

valid in 150 countries with 185,000 qualified experts worldwide.<\/p>\n

Expert credibility<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n

Defines the Expertise of global internal auditing standards.<\/p>\n

Professional growth<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n

Open doors to Senior-Level Positions like Internal Audit, Audit Manager, risk, and compliance officer.\u2019<\/p>\n

Higher Earning Potential:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

CIA-certified individuals in Malta can earn between \u20ac38,000 to \u20ac54,000 yearly, based on their work experience and role<\/p>\n

For as, if you are currently doing as an assistant internal auditor getting paid for \u20ac28,000 yearly, completing your CIA certification should increase your salary by 25% to 40% within a few years<\/p>\n

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Step 2: Check Eligibility Criteria <\/strong><\/h3>\n

You must verify the education and work experience criteria outlined by the IIA to get the CIA Certification in Malta.<\/p>\n

Education and required experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Education Level<\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Required Experience<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Master\u2019s Degree<\/td>\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 One year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bachelor\u2019s Degree<\/td>\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Two years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Active Internal Audit Designation<\/td>\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Three years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Competence doesn\u2019t have to be strictly in internal audit. The Institute of Internal Auditors will also accept relevant fields like as<\/p>\n

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  • Quality Assurance<\/li>\n
  • Risk Management<\/li>\n
  • Compliance<\/li>\n
  • External Audit<\/li>\n
  • Internal Control Assessments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    You will also need:<\/p>\n

    A valid National Identity Card<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    A character reference form<\/strong> signed by a CIA, CCSA, CGAP, CRMA holder, or your supervisor.<\/p>\n

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    Step 3: Complete your Application via the IIA Portal.<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • When you are assured that your documents and eligibility criteria meet then simply click on apply now<\/li>\n
    • Make Your Account on IIA\u2019s Certification Candidate Management System online.<\/li>\n
    • Complete the Application form,<\/li>\n
    • Upload your educational documents<\/li>\n
    • Pay the Application fee: Student: $65, Member: $120, Non-member: $240<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Then your application will be verified, and once approved, you will have a period of three years to complete all parts of the CIA certification exam<\/p>\n

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      Step 4: Make yourself prepared for the CIA certification exam <\/strong><\/h3>\n

      T<\/strong>he CIA Certification exam consists of three parts<\/p>\n

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      1. In it, you are dealing with the Essentials of Internal Auditing along with 125 questions in 150 minutes.<\/li>\n
      2. In the 2nd<\/sup> stage of Practice of Internal Auditing, you have 100 questions in 120 minutes.<\/li>\n
      3. In the 3rd<\/sup> stage of the Industry Knowledge for internal auditing, you have 100 questions in 120 minutes<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        \u00a0\u00a0 How to start the preparation for the exam <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        • Register yourself now at the most recognized and trusted training provider in Malta, as Mirchawala\u2019s Hub of Accountancy.<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Get complete study material and practice quizzes to pass<\/li>\n
        • Sustain the routine time of study, such as 1-2:30 daily, gives you the best results in few months.<\/li>\n
        • Give Mock exams to know your weak points.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          Step 5: Plan and Attempt Your Exams<\/strong><\/h3>\n

          When you well-prepared<\/p>\n

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          • Log in to the CCMS portal.<\/li>\n
          • Enroll in your selected exam part.<\/li>\n
          • Choose your exam center or Online exam (if eligible)<\/li>\n
          • Come on time or early on the paper day with ID Card and confirmation letter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Exam Pass Score: <\/strong>You need 600 or higher<\/strong> (on a scale of 250\u2013750) for each exam part. Results are available immediately after the test.<\/p>\n

            Step 6: Complete the Job Experience requirement <\/strong><\/h3>\n

            If you do not complete the experience requirement before taking the exam, you will have 3 years from the program acceptance date to fulfill it. This leniency enables university students to crack the exam first and then gain the required experience.<\/p>\n

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            Step 7: Sustain Your Certification<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            When you get the Certified Internal Auditor qualification in Malta, carry on with the essentials.<\/p>\n

            You should complete forty (40) hours of Continuing Professional Education, so that your IIA membership is active, and follow the code of the IIA\u2019s<\/p>\n

            Don\u2019t ignore any requirements because it can affect your certification inactive<\/p>\n

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            Why Mirchawala\u2019s Hub of Accountancy in Malta is the best? <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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            • Professional Teaching Staff <\/strong>like SM Moghirah Farooqui <\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Flexible learning environment: <\/strong>online recorded lectures for students and live question & answers.<\/li>\n
            • Study materials, practice questions, and exam tips included.<\/li>\n
            • On group registration, get 20-30% off fees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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              Final thoughts <\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Securing the CIA certification in Malta Smart investment in your career, as it offers an international certification, higher salaries, and Career credibility. With this proper guidance first to last stage, eligibility to maintain your qualification and achieve success in internal auditing.<\/p>\n

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