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IIA Switzerland membership
Networking and representation
We provide networking opportunities, offer training and represent the interests of internal auditors in important matters. Our members appreciate the fact that they are represented both within and outside of the organisation and that we create an attractive professional environment.
Become a Member & Rise and Evolve
Membership Benefits
Individual
Corporate
Career advancement
We promote careers through structured training and offer a comprehensive learning programme to help you develop as an audit executive. As a member, you will benefit from special rates on our education and training programmes, as well as CPE-recognised qualifications.
Certified training to international standards (IPPF)
We are a leading provider of certified training programmes and professional qualifications in accordance with the International Standards for Professional Practice (IPPF). Your membership of IIA Switzerland makes CPE reporting not only free, but also very easy for you.
Networking
The IIA Switzerland network has over 2500 members. Membership of IIA Switzerland enables you to become part of the largest network of internal audit professionals in Switzerland. This promotes the exchange of knowledge and cooperation within and between sectors. Expertise on individual sectors and topics is bundled in various ERFAs and groups.
Diversity
As an association, we promote diversity and communicate in English, French, German and Italian. We are also in direct dialogue with our global partner associations.
Door opener
As a partner of The IIA Global, our members are automatically members of The IIA and have access to IIA organisations worldwide. They enjoy exclusive contacts and access to the IIA's global platforms.
Internal Auditor Publication
As a member, you have free access to the online magazine of The Institute of Internal Auditors, Altamonte Springs, Florida, USA. The Internal Auditor Magazine is published six times a year and contains articles, blogs and videos on a variety of internal audit topics.
Actuality
Members are provided with regular updates on the latest developments in the field of internal auditing, including legal requirements and best practices. This ensures that our members are always up to date with the latest developments in the field.
Representation of interests
The IIA Switzerland is an important player in corporate governance for the internal audit profession. It represents the internal audit profession in important economic bodies and with regulators. As a partner of The IIA Global, the IIA Switzerland has an influence on the worldwide professional representation of interests, in which our members are also involved.
Build trust with the IIA Switzerland quality label!
This demonstrates your commitment to the highest professional standards and allows you to benefit from increased visibility and recognition in the industry and among your stakeholders. This builds trust with clients, business partners and all other stakeholders.
Increase your attractiveness through further development!
The IIA Switzerland is the leading provider of professional training and development programs.
Membership of the Institute makes a significant contribution to the attractiveness of the profession as an employer by enhancing personal skills and strengthening audit teams.
Take advantage of a tailored training offer at special rates!
As a corporate member of IIA Switzerland, you can take advantage of our tailored in-house training programme and receive special discounts on various seminars, conferences and after-work events.
Enable an exclusive exchange of experiences through CAE events!
As a corporate member, you will have the opportunity to attend exclusive Chief Audit Executive events reserved for CAEs and Heads of Internal Audit. You will have the unique opportunity to share experiences and discuss issues at the highest management level.
Enhance your audit practice with expert knowledge!
You will gain access to a wide range of up-to-date expertise and exclusive resources in the field of internal audit. This will enable you to optimise your audit practice and benefit from best practice in addressing specific corporate governance and internal audit challenges.
Become a member of IIA Switzerland
Membership offers benefits at various levels. You have the opportunity to grow your network and engage in dialogue with professionals facing similar challenges to you. You also have the opportunity to continue learning and expanding your expertise through our many seminars. As a member, you also contribute to the growth of our association and provide it with more resources to enable us to promote and raise awareness of the interests of our profession.
Individual members
Your membership makes us stronger as a prestigious internal auditing association. Join today.
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Corporate members
As a corporate member, you promote a recognised code of professional ethics and foster the development of our profession. Want to find out more? Get in touch with us.
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Membership FAQs
How do I become a member of IIA Switzerland?
By submitting a membership application. You can find this here.
Do I need to renew my membership each year?
No, you will automatically receive an invoice for the coming business year.
How do I cancel my membership?
You can cancel your membership at the end of any given business year with three months’ notice. Notice of cancellation must be submitted to our office in writing.
What’s the difference between an active individual membership and an individual associate membership?
Active individual members are natural persons (employees of corporate members or individuals) entrusted with internal auditing work. Individual associate members are natural persons interested in the profession or the IIAS’s further education programmes. They are not entitled to vote.
I recently joined IIA Switzerland but have not yet received a notification. What should I do?
Check the address you provided and your email address and update your profile if necessary. After you have signed in via this website, select ‘My profile’ to view your current contact information. Click on ‘Edit’ to make changes.
How do I become a member through my company?
Only staff who work in internal auditing can become members through their company. The head of your internal auditing department will inform our office of the number of staff members. If you have not received any information about your membership, contact your manager.
I am unable to access certain areas of your website. Why is that?
Some areas of our website are only accessible to members. To access certain pages and documents on the IIA Switzerland website, you will need to log in to the member area using your email address and password.
I am a member of another branch of the IIA (e.g. IIA UK). Does that mean I am automatically a member of IIA Switzerland and therefore benefit from members’ rates for seminars or events?
No. You need to be a member of IIA Switzerland to benefit from our discounts.
How and when can I reach IIA Switzerland’s member support?
You can reach our IIA Switzerland team by phone on +41 44 298 34 34 during standard office hours Monday to Friday, or via email at info@iias.ch at any time. Our postal address is: The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA Switzerland), Vulkanstrasse 120, 8048 Zurich.
How do I update my address, telephone number, etc., with IIA Switzerland?
To change your contact information, please update your IIAS profile. After you have signed in via this website, select ‘My profile’ to view your current contact information. Click on ‘Edit’ to make changes.
Where can I find out more about online exams?
The IIA has introduced online exams that allow the Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®), Certification in Risk Management Assurance®️ (CRMA®️), Internal Audit Practitioner and CIA Challenge exams to be taken remotely. This flexible examination option will be available for a limited time only. More information is available here.
How do I sign up for an exam?
You can sign up via the Certification Candidate Management System (CCMS) here.
What are the educational requirements for admission to the exam?
You will need to provide proof of your qualification(s) to be admitted to the CIA programme. Your educational qualifications will determine how much experience you need to complete the programme.
I failed the exam. When’s the earliest I can retake it?
As of 1 July 2022, the earliest you can retake an exam is 30 days from the date of your last examination. You will need to re-register and pay the required fee.
What should I do if I need more time to complete the certification programme?
Candidates can extend their programme by 12 months once via the link ‘Extend my programme’ in the CCMS (see the CCMS handbook, p. 7).
How do I reactivate my certification?
Candidates whose certification has expired need to report their CPE hours from the last 12 months and pay a reinstatement fee of USD 100 (for members) or USD 250 (for non-members). Candidates who are within the ‘grace period’ also need to report their CPE hours from the last year and pay a fee.
I have a CCMS account, but I’ve forgotten my password.
Try resetting your password. You will receive a message from the IIA. If you do not receive a message, please email customerrelations@theiia.org
Number of members
Corporate members: 156
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Members in companies
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2134 |
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Individual members
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463 |
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Associate members
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64 |
| Total | 2661 |
(from 1 April 2024)