These are the professional accounting designations that are offered and recognised by the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIASA).
The Internal Audit Technician designation is offered by the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIASA). [internal link]
The Internal Audit Technician (IAT) is the first level designation that all internal auditors entering the profession require. Internal Audit Technicians usually work under supervision and assist in conducting and planning audits, among other tasks.
The Professional Internal Auditor designation is offered by the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIASA). [internal link]
The Professional Internal Auditor designation is a more senior and supervisory designation to the Internal Audit Technician. Those in this position usually provide a link between upper management and the junior staff that they oversee.
The Certified Internal Auditor designation is offered by the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIASA). [internal link]
The Certified Internal Auditor designation is the only globally recognised internal audit certification, with more than 170,000 CIAs working in more than 170 countries around the world. Qualified CIAs are able to fill more senior managerial roles. This designation requires a minimum NQF level 7 qualification [internal link], such as the Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting [internal link]. UJ Online [external partner link] offers an online Bachelor of Commerce in Accountancy [partner link] degree.