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Write Exam Questions – Earn CPE

The IIA invites you to join a Test Development Team (TDT). A TDT is a group of certified professionals who write questions for future CIA® and CRMA® exams.

  • Earn CPE for accepted exam questions*.
  • Earn Chapter Achievement Program (CAP) points**.
  • Expand your professional network.
  • Get free access to books and guidance.
  • Collaborate with peers and share best practices.

No prior writing experience is needed. Training is provided by IIA Global at no cost.

* See The IIA’s CPE Policy for limitations and additional details.
** Applicable to IIA chapters in North America and the Caribbean.

Form a New Group – Be a TDT Champion

Every TDT starts with a TDT Champion, a volunteer leader who coordinates group activities and liaises with IIA Global. In addition to CPE credits, volunteer TDT Champions can earn up to US $500 worth of IIA Global products through our TDT Champion Rewards Program. See the FAQs below for details regarding TDT Champion responsibilities and benefits.

At this time, we are currently not accepting new authors; however, we expect the program to be open by 2020. If you have any questions, please contact examwriter@theiia.org. Thank you.

Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
  •   Who can participate in the TDT?

    IIA members who hold an active certification (CIA, CRMA).

  •   What is needed to start a TDT?
    • Group leader (TDT Champion).
    • Minimum of four certified members.
    • Commitment to participating on the TDT for at least one year.
    • Online video conferencing tool (e.g., Webex) or in-person meeting capabilities.
  •   How does a TDT operate?

    Not all TDTs operate the same way, but in general, the process looks something like this:

    • IIA Global provides online training to teach participants how to write exam questions.
    • TDT receives a quarterly “writing assignment” from IIA Global.
    • Participants write exam questions individually.
    • Group meets (online or in person) to review, discuss, and revise exam questions.
    • Revised exam questions are submitted to IIA Global.
    • TDT is notified how many exam questions were accepted, and CPE is awarded.
    • TDT receives a new writing assignment from IIA Global.
  •   What is the time commitment?

    For new TDTs, IIA Global typically conducts two initial online training sessions (1.5 hours each) scheduled at the convenience of TDT members. After that, TDT members may spend 4 hours total each quarter (approximately 2 hours for writing and 2 hours for peer review and discussion). Individual participants who choose to contribute more exam questions may spend more time writing.

  •   What are the responsibilities of the TDT Champion?

    The TDT Champion may spend an additional 1-2 hours per quarter on duties related to coordinating the group and communicating with IIA Global. The TDT Champion will:

    • Receive writing assignments from IIA Global.
    • Communicate assignments to TDT members.
    • Set a deadline by which to receive X number of exam questions from each participant.
    • Schedule in-person or online team meetings to review the exam questions.
    • Collect revised exam questions from participants.
    • Submit the TDT’s collection of work to IIA Global.
    • Receive regular communications from IIA Global regarding writing assignments and notifications of CPE earned.
  •   What are the benefits of serving as the TDT Champion?
    • Earn CPE for each accepted exam question.
    • Earn CAP points for your chapter**.
    • Hone your leadership skills.
    • Deepen your involvement with The IIA.
    • Expand your professional network.
    • Collaborate with peers and share best practices.
    • Receive a starter library of reference materials.
    • Keep up-to-date with new and existing IIA guidance.
    • Earn up to US $500 worth of IIA Global products based on the TDT’s performance level through the TDT Champion Rewards Program.

    ** Applicable to IIA chapters in North America and the Caribbean.

  •   What is the TDT Champion Rewards Program?

    Through our Rewards Program, TDT Champions can earn up to US $500 worth of IIA Global products (IIA Bookstore, seminars, eLearning, conferences, membership, etc.) based on the TDT’s performance level. For details regarding TDT Champion Rewards Program options, contact examwriter@theiia.org.
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