Leadership Development

An evolving marketplace with emerging risks takes a new type of leader — one who has a deeper business acumen, strategic mindset, and knows how to foster relationships with stakeholders to become a trusted advisor. The IIA provides perspectives, insights, services, tools, and resources to support you becoming a leader of tomorrow.

Leading Toward Improvement Ongoing professional development is not an extracurricular activity; it is integral to ensuring auditor competency and a requirement for auditing in accordance with The IIA’s Code of Ethics. And while each auditor must take responsibility for his or her own development, audit managers can play a key role in ensuring the department receives the most value from these efforts and gives staff members the best chance for success. Read more.

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Latest Articles and Blogs Garner insights and leading practices from internal audit leaders: On the Rise: 2017 Should Internal Audit Have a Seat at the Table? Courageous Internal Auditors Sail Toward the Storm Mapping Your Career: Competencies Necessary for Internal Audit Excellence Driving Success in a Changing World: 10 Imperatives for Internal Audit Keys to Successful Leadership Find Your Voice	Trending and Guidance Explore thought leadership, reports, guidance, and research: 2018 Pulse of Internal Audit Report: The Internal Audit Transformation Imperative The Top 7 Skills CAEs Want: Building the Right Mix of Talent for Your Organization Practice Guide: Engagement Planning: Establishing Objectives and Scope AEC Thought Leadership: Seven Personal Attributes That Maximize the Most Successful CAEs	Video Hear from subject matter experts the latest tips and best practices on Audit Channel: Emerging Leaders: Why I Became an Auditor What Defines Good Leadership: Part 1 The 3-part Success Equation for Today's Leaders Career Advancement The Pyramid Approach to Career Success The Future of Internal Audit What Defines Good Leadership? Emerging Leader: Marbelio Villatoro

Recognize Your Leadership Excellence If you are aspiring to be a leader in your organization, seeking a successor, or looking to add credibility to your current leadership role, The IIA’s QIAL® program was designed with you in mind. Explore today.

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Resources and Services Access tools and resources to support your leadership development: Audit Career Center™ Guidance: International Professional Practices Framework®(IPPF®) Internal Auditor Magazine IIA Resource Exchanges Audit Channel® Videos Audit Executive Center Blogs Volunteer Leadership Opportunities	Certifications/Qualifications Build credibility by demonstrating knowledge base, expertise, and adherence to the global Standards for leadership opportunities: Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®) Certification in Risk Management Assurance® (CRMA®) Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership® (QIAL®)	Training Deep dive training focused on key attributes of leadership elevates your capability and profile in the workplace: Executive Development: Vision University Tools & Techniques III: Audit Manager The Effective Auditor: Understanding and Applying Emotional Intelligence Communication Skills for Auditors Leadership Skills for Auditors

Books Access the essential core educational resources to support your leadership development: ■Trusted Advisors: Key Attributes of Outstanding Internal Auditors ■Collaborative Auditing ■Performance Auditing: Measuring Inputs, Outputs, and Outcomes, 3rd Edition ■Lean Auditing: Driving Added Value and Efficiency in Internal Audit ■The Politics of Internal Auditing