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 The IIA's Volunteer Web page, which informs members how to get involved beyond the membership level. http://www.theiia.org/membership/get-involved/volunteers---the-heart-of-the-iia/call-for-volunteers

Everyone's talking about ME! Are you?

ME (Member Exchange) is The IIA's new networking tool, helping YOU connect with your IIA colleagues. We know time is a precious commodity. ME helps you to make the best connections in the shortest amount of time. The ME community is fast becoming the hottest way for members to connect around the globe. If you haven't already checked ME out, see what the buzz is about!

Help Us Reach Gold in the CAP Program

We’re always calculating our Chapter Achievement Program points and we need to know when our members participate in either of the following activities: 

• Speaking on an internal audit topic at a meeting, seminar, or CPE class.
• Submitting an article to a trade publication such as The Internal Auditor, CAE Bulletin, IIA Educator, and other specialty newsletters.

If you have participated in one or more of these activities, please contact Kim Stifflemire, CFIRS, CLM, the President of the Board of Governors at Capital One Bank 504.533.2355 or email kim.stifflemire@capitalonebank.com.

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The IIA's CIA Learning System is a comprehensive training course designed to provide chapters, members, and the audit community of professionals with information and tools to master the global CIA exam syllabus. This premier quality program is aligned with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) to ensure you stay current with the global internal auditing profession and are ready for the CIA exam. It combines printed text with online testing tools and online questions. Take advantage of the best prep materials out there by ordering yours today!

To receive this special pricing, please visit http://www.learncia.com/chapters 

 Get Involved!

Have you thought about taking your involvement with The IIA to a new level? The Institute has many opportunities for internal auditors to participate beyond the membership level. http://www.theiia.org/membership/get-involved/.

  IIA Headquarters is embarking on a certification challenge to all North America Chapters to reach 30,000 exam parts by December 31, 2008. Please assist Headquarters in promoting certification to your members by posting the attached tile ad to your Web site. We are currently at 12,000 exam parts and need your assistance in helping us achieve our goal of 18,000 additional parts in the next three months. With everyone's help, we are confident we can reach our goal. http://www.theiia.org/certification/certified-internal-auditor/ Thank you in advance for promoting IIA certifications on your Web site."

   Understanding, Shaping, Advancing
The Institute of Internal Auditors Research Foundation was founded in 1976 by The Institute of Internal Auditors. For more than 30 years, the Foundation has consistently set the standard for professional achievement in the internal auditing profession. http://www.theiia.org/go?to=chapteroutreachIIARF

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 The IIA Research Foundation

Understanding, Shaping, Advancing
The Institute of Internal Auditors Research Foundation was founded in 1976 by The Institute of Internal Auditors. For more than 30 years, the Foundation has consistently set the standard for professional achievement in the internal auditing profession. Our mission is to expand knowledge and understanding of internal auditing by providing relevant research and educational products to advance the profession globally.

To learn more, visit www.theiia.org/Research, e-mail research@theiia.org, or telephone +1-407-937-1356.

  Global Technology Audit Guides (GTAG®)

Prepared by The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA), each Global Technology Audit Guide(GTAG) is written in straightforward business language to address a timely issue related to information technology (IT) management, control, and security. The GTAG series serves as a ready resource for chief audit executives on different technology-associated risks and recommended practices.  http://www.theiia.org/guidance/standards-and-guidance/ippf/practice-guides/gtag/

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     http://www.theiia.org/certification/specialty-certifications/cgap/

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  IPPF Project Update
The IIA's Board of Directors has approved the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), under the oversight of The IIA's Professional Practices Council. To be rolled out in January 2009 in The IIA's three core languages - English, French, and Spanish - the IPPF's new structures and associated processes will ensure that authoritative guidance is current, relevant, and internationally consistent. Between now and the date of release, IIA Global Headquarters will keep you informed on the progress every step of the way. Watch this space for updates about the IPPF process, the IPPF project, transitioning from the PPF to the IPPF, and the final product.http://www.theiia.org/guidance/standards-and-guidance/

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CIA Prep http://www.theiia.org/iia-training/cia-prep/

IIA Insight (free to IIA members)
IIA Insight is our member newsletter designed to help you discover the many ways you can use IIA services, products, and training opportunities to get ahead and maintain your cutting edge.

GEAR, The IIA's new learning management system, gives you 24-hour access to great e-learning opportunities including webcasts and more than 800 courses all from one convenient location.   http://www.theiia.org/iia-training/e-learning/gear/