Certified Information Systems Auditor® (CISA®)

Course fee

Cost: R3 500.00

Deposit: R875.00

Monthly instalment: R875.00 x 3

Study duration: We recommend a total of 30 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 1 month.

Skillsoft course access: 12 months

About the course

Course code: C01062

This course is intended for:

IT/IS auditors, control, assurance and information security professionals who want to stay current on the latest technology trends and advancements.

You will focus on the following domains:

• Information Systems Auditing Process
• Governance and Management of Information Technology
• Information Systems Acquisition Development and Implementation
• Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience
• Protection of Information Assets

Modules and topics covered:

Certified Information Systems Auditor^®  (CISA^® )

• CISA 2022: Information Systems Auditing
• CISA 2022: Auditing, Data Analysis, & Controls
• CISA 2022: IT Management Frameworks, Regulations, & Standards
• CISA 2022: IT Resources & Monitoring
• CISA 2022: Projects, Development, & Testing
• CISA 2022: Information Systems Management
• CISA 2022: Information Systems Development & Implementation
• CISA 2022: Data Privacy
• CISA 2022: IAM & Data Classification
• CISA 2022: Securing Networks & IT Assets
• CISA 2022: Protecting Information Assets
• CISA 2022: Virtualization & Cloud Computing
• CISA 2022: Auditing Scenarios

Admission requirements

Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements, but candidates need at least five (5) or more years of experience in IS/IT audit, control, assurance, or security. Experience waivers are available for a maximum of three (3) years.

Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).

Expertise level: Intermediate

Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.

Effort: Self-paced learning online.

Accreditation status

Course type: Industry endorsed

Industry partner: ISACA

Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.

Certification issued by: College SA

Assessment details

• Online assessments via the Skillsoft Learner Management System.
• At the end of the course, students can request a certificate of course completion.
• Students who then opt to proceed with the external industry exam(s) are directed to the relevant vendor.

Exam information:

• External industry exam: CISA®
• Exam format: Multiple choice questions
• Duration: 4 hours (240 minutes)
• Number of questions: 150
• Passing score: 450 on a scale of 200-800
• Delivery method: Pearson VUE testing centre or online proctored exam.
• Exam fees: Not included in the course fee.

Other ISACA certifications:

Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM®)

What to expect

Dedicated support team

We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.

Exam booking assistance

Depending on your chosen course you will either receive advice or assistance in booking certain exams yourself, or our exam team will make a booking on your behalf. Our team will advise you on the venue closest to you, assist with booking a seat, and confirm the time, date and logistics for your exam sitting. College SA also offers discounted exam vouchers for numerous IT certification exams.

Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access

Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, and mentoring. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.