Advanced in AI Audit (AAIA)

An ISACA certification for auditing AI systems. Candidates must already hold CISA or a listed designation, then pass the AAIA exam and apply for certification.

Who it is for

Experienced IT auditors and advisors who assess, implement, maintain or audit AI systems. ISACA says it is designed for professionals with CISA or another qualified designation.

Prerequisites

Hold CISA, or one of the designations ISACA lists (CIA, US CPA, ACCA/FCCA, Canadian CPA, Australian CPA/FCPA, Japanese CPA, ICAEW ACA/FCA, CNA Nigeria, CA/FCA CA ANZ, Hong Kong CPA/FCPA) with an IT audit or IT advisory role focus. Apply for certification within five years of passing the exam.

Format

Computer-based exam at PSI test centres or remotely proctored (test centre required in India, Mainland China and Hong Kong). Exam eligibility lasts six months from registration. Number of questions and duration are not stated on the page.

Cost

Exam US$459 (member) or US$599 (non-member); US$50 certification application processing fee.

Renewal

Certified individuals must follow ISACA's Continuing Professional Education Policy; hours are not stated on the page.

ISACA has changed the prerequisite list since launch, so confirm it on the page before relying on it.

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