The San Antonio Chapter

November 2011 CAP Total = 599 Total needed for GOLD = 1560

The San Antonio Chapter of the Intitute of Internal Auditors (SA-IIA) began February 19, 1962. We offer opportunties for continuing professional education (CPE) credit at an affordable price to our members. Members can earn 12 CPE credits per year by attending our monthly member meetings. We offer additonal CPE opportunites at various seminars scheduled thoughout the year. The SA-IIA is an official sponsor of CPE through the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.Chapter members elect new officers and board members at the annual member meeting held each March. Officers manage the affairs of the SA-IIA according to the Chapter by-laws and guidance from the IIA. They meet with the Board of Governors each quarter to ensure the chapter goals and objectives are attained. Our Committee Members are the volunteers who help put the Chapter’s plans into action. Our chapter year runs from June 1^st to May 31^st. The chapter by-laws and membership directory are located in the Members Only section.

2013 District Conference

We are excited about the opportunity to host a 2013 District Conference and work out way up to hosting a Regional Conference in the near future!!

The San Antonio Chapter was not awarded the Regional Conference bid this year, however the IIA was excited to have the San Antonio chapter potentially host a District Conference. The San Antonio Chapter has decided to take this challenge and is going through the proper approvals to host a 2013 District Conference. The current committees will continue and if you would like to continue on a committee or chair a committee – we are looking for plenty of volunteers. The specific details will be announced as soon as we have the final approval from the District Representative.

Participate on one of the following Committees and receive a discounted registration! Please contact Cyd Borromeo, Leticia Herrera-Price, or the Committee Chair for more information.

Host Committee Co-Chairs: Cyd Borromeo (USAA) & Leticia Herrera-Price

Finance Co-Chairs: Lynn Fossey (Frost Bank) & Derik Schriver (City of San Antonio)

Program Chair: Kevin Barthold (City of San Antonio)

Sponsorship & Exhibit Chair: Larry Wallis (VIA)

Marketing Co-Chairs: Steve Boehme (USAA) & Regis Mackrell (USAA)

Registration Co-Chairs: Luz Marquez (Tesoro), Adam Arevalos (Valero) & Jason Martinez (HEB)

Facilities Co-Chairs: Arlena Sones (City of San Antonio) & Dawn Oppermann (City of San Antonio)

Volunteer Co-Chairs: William Burrus (Christus Health) & Rich Schmidgall (Christus Health)

YOUR Support Will Guarantee A Successful Conference!

Submit your entries and questions to Leticia Price at leticiahprice@gmail.com.

News and Events

Events

Chapter Monthly Meetings:

For more information about these events or to register, please click here for the Events page.

Seminars

SAN ANTONIO IIA 50/50 SEMINAR

1. Internal Auditing in 2012: Challenges, Opportunities and New Horizons (Richard Chambers)
2. Managing the Audit vs. The Audit Managing You (Leticia Herrera-Price)
3. Starship PCAOB: Going Where No External Auditor Has Gone Before – Auditor Discussion & Analysis (Dr. Dennis Elam)
4. Update on Recent IIA Guidance: What Do Auditors Need to Know? (David MacCabe)
5. Emerging Technology & Security Updates (Jordan Reed)
6. Hidden in Plain Sight: Investigating on the Internet (Allan Bachman)
7. Current Cyber Threats (FBI - Jim Thompson)

For more information about this seminar or to register, please click here.

Chapter Achievement Program (CAP) Reporting Update

As of November 2011, our chapter has earned 599 CAP Points. We need 1560 points to maintain our GOLD status for the eighth year in a row!

The IIA sponsors the Chapter Achievement Program (CAP) as a way to recognize and encourage local chapters to participate in activities that promote the IIA’s strategic and chapter objectives. The chapter earns points by participating in activities that support its members, the profession, and the community.

CAP is made of three performance levels: Bronze (685 points), Silver (1,060 points), and Gold (1,560 points). Performance levels are based on points earned during the chapter year, June 1 to May 31. Chapters may obtain Platinum performance level if Gold status is achieved 10 of 11 consecutive years.

What Can I Do?
The Chapter earns points for member and officer involvement. You can help the Chapter earn CAP points by:

• Attending chapter events (e.g. luncheons, seminars, and student events);
• Recruiting new members to join our chapter;
• Obtaining an IIA Certification (i.e. CIA, CCSA, CFSA, CRSK and/or CRMA);
• Submitting articles for publication in the Internal Auditor magazine, or other professional journals**;
• Contributing to IIA sponsored funds (e.g. IAAF and/or IIA Research Foundation)**;
• Performing speeches or training sessions to others outside your company (without receiving a fee)**;
• Participating in any Junior Achievement program**;
• Utilizing CIA Learning System Self-Study materials (link is on our webpage)**;
• Developing exam questions for IIA Certification exams**; and
• Participating on an IIA-sponsored Quality Review team**.

**Please notify the chapter’s CAP Committee Chair, Amanda Lopez, of your participation.

For questions, or if you would like to learn of other involvement opportunities, contact Amanda Lopez at amanda.lopez@nustarenergy.com.

Thanks for your help!

CIA Review Material Discounts

The IIA's CIA Learning System
The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) developed The IIA’s CIA Learning System to expand your internal audit knowledge and skills and prepare you for the Certified Internal Auditor^® (CIA^®) exam.

The IIA’s CIA Learning System is a comprehensive and flexible training program that offers:

• Interactive print and Web-based study tools that teach the entire global CIA exam syllabus.
• Up-to-date content that has been aligned with the 2009 International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
• My CIA Review Plan - a free, online tool to help you set a customized and realistic study plan.
• Web-based test questions to help prepare you for the computer-based CIA exam.
• CIA Practice Exam that simulates the Pearson VUE CBT testing software to build exam confidence.

Begin your CIA preparations today with the help of The IIA San Antonio chapter. All chapter members can purchase the Learning System for $745 (plus taxes & shipping) – that’s a savings of up to $100!

Click Here to take advantage of the discounted IIA chapter member price or visit www.learncia.com/chapters.

The Gleim CIA Review
Your San Antonio IIA Chapter has partnered with Gleim Publications to ensure your success on the CIA exam! Working together, we will provide you the necessary study tools to prepare for this difficult exam.

Gleim provides an extensive self-study course for the CIA exam. Our most successful candidates use the Gleim CIA Review System with Gleim Online. This system combines Review Books, Test Prep software, Test Prep for Windows Mobile, audio reviews, Gleim Online and a Personal Counselor (a real live person!) to maximize your available study time. Because Gleim identifies and focuses on your weak areas, you will not spend any more time preparing than is necessary to guarantee success. The CMA Review System with Gleim Online GUARANTEES that you will pass each exam part the first time. We are here to save you time and money.

As a member of the chapter, you are eligible for a 20% discount on Gleim CIA Review materials. In addition, the Chapter will receive 20% of your Gleim CPE purchase.

To take advantage of the reduced prices, please contact our chapter representative, Melissa Leonard:

By phone: (800) 874-5346, Ext. 131
By email: melissa.leonard@gleim.com
By fax: (888) 375-6940, attn: Melissa Leonard
You can also order online using the link located in the Members Only Area.

Jobs Board

Our Jobs Board lists current job opportunities, particularly in the surrounding area (San Antonio, Austin, the Valley). Visit our Jobs Board by selecting the navigation button at the top of this page or click here. Listings are free for the first three listings for member organizations and $25 per listing thereafter. Listings are $25 each for non-member organizations. Listings will be posted for 60 days. To post a new career opportunity email Remi Nel.

Quality Assessment Review - Local Providers

If you are looking for a local provider of QARs, go to our chapter's resources page (see link above) for a listing of the individuals or firms providing this service. If you are a qualified local provider of these services and wish to be included on this list, please submit your information to Remi Nel.

National IIA Links

Through the IIA, you can obtain several certifications, which include the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA), Certified Governmental Auditing Professional (CGAP), and the Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA). For more information regarding certifications, requirements and test times, visit the Certifications section of The IIA web site.

The IIA's Web site features a four-color map of North America which highlights locations where IIA public offering seminars will be held. View it today and register for one of The IIA's terrific professional development courses! Click on seminars to see what is currently available.

For more news, seminars, or CPE credit information for both audit and IT professionals, click on the IIA Home Link or http://www.theiia.org/intauditor/

Check out the IIA Research Foundation Bookstore at http://www.theiia.org/bookstore.

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