Advance internal audit education through global academic partnership programs with The IIA and Internal Audit Foundation
Showcase your commitment to internal audit education, strengthen industry connections, and solidify a reputation as a leader in preparing future practitioners. Join the 150+ colleges and universities worldwide comprising the Internal Audit Academic Alliance.
Access valuable resources and funding opportunities
Partner with The IIA and the Internal Audit Foundation through a global academic partnership program.
Key resources
Global Model for Internal Audit Curriculum
Comprehensive guide designed to support developing or enhancing internal audit course offerings.
Program Guidelines and Operating Framework
Discover if your school qualifies for the Academic Alliance by reviewing the program guidelines focused on awareness and sustainability.
Internal Audit Foundation grants and awards
The Foundation offers academic grants and awards to inspire students to pursue internal auditing and support schools participating in our academic partnership programs.
About the Internal Audit Academic Alliance
The Internal Audit Academic Alliance (formerly known separately as the Internal Audit Awareness Program (IAAP) and the Internal Auditing Education Partnership (IAEP) program) is an academic partnership program established by The IIA and the Foundation.
Its mission is to strengthen the internal audit profession by supporting the development of its talent pipeline.
The Academic Alliance formally recognizes and endorses colleges and universities that introduce students to the internal audit profession and/or offer dedicated internal audit coursework.
Internal Audit Academic Alliance levels of recognition
The Academic Alliance is a comprehensive program composed of five distinct tiers:
Center for Internal Audit Excellence
Comprehensive Level
Foundation Level
Principles Level
Academic Affiliate
The highest tier, Center for Internal Audit Excellence, recognizes universities that demonstrate a robust internal auditing curriculum and long-term program sustainability. These institutions offer either a dedicated internal audit track or concentration within a degree program, or standalone internal audit major or degree.
The entry-level designation, Academic Affiliate, acknowledges academic institutions that may not yet offer a dedicated internal auditing course but have shown a strong interest in developing an internal auditing curriculum. They engage with The IIA, the Internal Audit Foundation, and/or their local IIA Chapter or National Institute to leverage resources, build networks, and promote awareness of the profession.
Participating schools
Browse more than 150 Academic Alliance schools
View all 150+ colleges and universities partnering with The IIA and the Internal Audit Foundation.
Louisiana State University
E.J. Ourso College of Business
- Program: Academic Alliance
- Level: Center for Excellence
- Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
University of Texas at Austin
Red McCombs School of Business
- Program: Academic Alliance
- Level: Comprehensive
- Location: Austin, Texas, United States
University Duisburg-Essen
Mercator School of Management
- Program: Academic Alliance
- Level: Center for Excellence
- Location: Duisburg, Germany
Internal Auditing: Assurance & Advisory Services, Sixth Edition textbook
Educators can request a complimentary instructor e-copy of the Internal Auditing: Assurance & Advisory Services, Sixth Edition textbook, including supplemental instructor materials, upon release Quarter 3 2025.
Internal Audit Academic Alliance grants and student scholarships
Grants are available to Internal Audit Academic Alliance partners to support program advancement and sustainability, student engagement, and educator development.
Support of The IIA’s Academic Relations efforts is made possible through the Academic Fund.
IIA student membership
IIA student membership is free to students in North America and participating countries.
Student membership offers exposure to the profession and provides invaluable opportunities to connect with working professionals.
