Description: The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is the global professional association for internal auditors, dedicated to advancing the profession through professional standards, guidance, research, education and certification. The IIA develops and maintains the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), administers flagship credentials such as the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and provides training, publications and global networking to strengthen governance, risk management and internal control practices. Type: Non-profit professional association (global institute) Policies: Advocates and produces guidance related to corporate governance, risk management, internal controls and audit quality; supports policies promoting audit independence, professional standards and ethics, recognition of professional certification, public sector accountability, and regulatory frameworks affecting internal auditing, risk oversight, cybersecurity controls and financial reporting processes. Funding: Primarily funded through membership dues and chapter fees, certification and examination fees, professional training and continuing education programs, conferences and events, publications and corporate sponsorships. Affiliates: Global network of national and local IIA institutes and chapters, The IIA Research Foundation (IIARF), regional IIA bodies, and recurring partnerships with standard-setting and oversight organizations (for example COSO and other professional accounting and governance organizations).
