Certified Internal Control Assessor

The effectiveness of monitoring depends largely on the quality and competence of the personnel responsible for assessing the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls at all levels in the organization.
The Certified Internal Control Assessor Program provides a methodology that uses the COSO model as a basis for evaluating the effectiveness of the corporation’s system of internal control. Although the COSO framework was developed to help organizations design and implement a system of internal control, enterprise risk management, and fraud deterrence, it is also a powerful tool used all over the world for assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems.

The CICA designation is available to professionals responsible for the audit, review, or evaluation of internal controls and internal controls systems. Those typically eligible for the CICA include Internal Auditors, External Auditors, Operational Auditors, Compliance Auditors, Consultants, Forensic Accountants and CFEs, Inspector Generals, Audit Committee Members, etc., and include all types of auditors including Financial, Operational, IT, Fraud, Risk Management, etc., as well as non-auditors who have the responsibility to review internal controls and internal controls system either formally or informally, evaluate the adequacy of internal controls, and make recommendations for the improvement of internal controls and internal controls systems.

Getting certified as a Certified Internal Control Assessor demonstrates your expertise in evaluating and assessing an organization's internal control systems according to the COSO framework. This certification will enhance your professional credentials, improve your marketability, and demonstrate your commitment to excellence in internal controls assessment. Additionally, it can help you to increase your earning potential and advance your career in internal audit, internal control, risk management, and compliance.

To be eligible for our Certified Internal Control Assessor program, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Holding a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited institution
• Having a minimum of one (1) year of experience in audit, risk, control, compliance or related fields
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrating advanced knowledge and skills in audit, control and risk assessment, such as through Completion of an approved CICA training program or equivalent education
• Passing score on the CICA certification exam.

• Being a CICRP certified in good standing
• One (1) or more years of practical experience in audit, risk, control, compliance or related fields
• Completion of an E-Course is not mandatory from GECB portal, but is highly recommend 

• Step 1: Determine your eligibility
• Step 2: Choose your learning option
• Step 3: Purchase your CICA bundle
• Step 4: Prepare for your exam through self-study or take a GECB-approved preparation course
• Step 5: Schedule your exam. GECB exams take place 4 times a year, every end of term. Additional windows may be requested by GECB-recognized partners.
• Step 6: Get certified in case of successful completion and receive your digital badge and certificate
• Step 8: Shareable and globally accessible: Your digital badges and certificates can be accessed and verified anytime, anywhere, on any device with an internet connection. You can easily showcase your achievements to potential employers, customers or colleagues, enhancing your professional reputation and visibility on a global scale.

Each GECB certificate is valid for three (3) years. To renew your designation, you need to provide proof of a minimum continuing professional development (CPD) and renew your membership to the GECB community of certified professionals by paying the required fees (149 USD). Your certification is then extended for three more years and a new premium digital certificate is issued by the GECB Certification Committee. No need to write the exam again.