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CGEIT - June 2015
Hello All, I have decided to torture myself again by taking another ISACA exam, the CGEIT. I have read all the posts (which arent many) on what peoples thoughts were about the exam. With that said, there was much in terms of studying, approach, core knowledge and focus. If anyone could share anything regarding CGEIT that…
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CISSP to CISM?
I just passed the CISSP exam this morning, pretty stoked about that. I'm planning on signing up for the June CISM exam in the next few days. Does anybody have any tips or advice for going from the CISSP to CISM? Is it a very big jump? What should I focus on? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks!
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CISA and CISM exam on Same day?
Hi, Any one have taken both exam on the same day? Thank You.
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COBIT Foundation and Implementer
I recently completed both the above certifications so thought I would give a brief overview of them. For the foundation there is an option to study online, attend a course or just sit the exam. I choose the course option really the only training material you need is the COBIT book -The Overarching business and management…
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CISSP/CISA yes/no/NA - Need your advice please!
Dear Friends My name is Abhrajit Das. Just joined this forum. Very excited to take on some certifications in near future. I am in IT field for over 15 years in various capacities. Been there as programmer, IT admin, Systems analyst etc. Thinking to do career switch. Planning to go for CISSP and CISA. Looking for your…
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CISM DB Questions
Hi, There are so many questions below. If I customized to practice by "Number", how do I which Question 1 belong to which domain, Question 2 belong to which domain below and so forth. Appreciate your guidance. Domain 1- Information Security Governance - 218 questions Domain 2 - Information Risk Management and Compliance -…
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CISM Endorsement
Hi, i read and understand you do not need a CISM for endorsement. Is my understanding correct? Anyone taking exam in June?
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Could anyone help me understand ISACA membership?
I'm looking into the Cobit Foundation exam, and plan to tackle the CISA, CISM, GRISC, and CGEIT, but currently I just want the Cobit foundation certification. Could anyone provide me information about the ISACA signup, as I understand it, I need to book the Cobit foundation exam through ISACA, is this correct? Do I have to…
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CISM EXAM offer 2 times or 3 times per year
Hi, CISM Exam is available 2 times or 3 times per year? Could anyone advise? Thank You.
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ISACA Exam Results December 2014
Does anyone know when the results will be posted for the December CGEIT test? I am also trying to find out the pass / fail percentage for people taking the test-- I've heard that the pass percentage is usually between 30 and 50% who successfully get certified. Does anyone have any additional information? Somebody said that…
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Cism books
Hi, Any good books to recommend for CISM, just like the shon Harris CISSP. How about practice exam available on the Internet. How is the CISM exam compared to CISSP? Thank You.
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Extracting information from CISM Database
Hi, How do i extract all the questions in CISM 2015 database to study as I intend to print. Many thanks in advance.
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Cism study notes
Hi, Anyone want to share your own study notes, please email me. i'm studying for CISM. I have some notes to share too. Thank You.
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ISACA certifications in global salary map
We take them one after another, with the latest done heightening appetite for the most immediate ahead. Sometimes for enhanced competence, at others driven by alternative job or self interests. Is the ranking by Global Knowledge true to your region for 2015 as set out in the link: 15 Top-Paying Certifications for 2015 ?
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CRISC Value in job hunting and salary
Is the CRISC cert worth having? Wasn't a game changer for me the way CISSP was. A simple google search says it's one of the highest paid certs. My 2c is that's because most of us were grandfathered into it and it's our other certs that got us a higher salary. But for those who took the exam and passed was it a game…
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June 2015 cism study materials
what's your study plans for the June 2015 exam?
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CISSP difficulty vs CISA
Wondering what the difficulty of the CISSP is vs the CISA? It seems like there isn't one designated book/test bank to review for the CISSP, and that people spend a greater amount of time studying for the CISSP. So, I'm hoping someone who has taken both can compare the difficulty of them. Thanks in advance!
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CISM member
Can u be a member without taking the exam yet? Must u passed CISA before taking CISM?
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Passed CISM exam
I took the CISM and FITSP-M exam on the same day. It was very draining to do this but I successfully passed both exams. It's official. I am so thrilled I got the results i wanted after all those months of studying.
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CISA and CISSP holders
The VP of Info Sec saw me studying for CISSP and mentioned that I should go for CISA immediately after since there is an overlap in the material. He holds both certs and so does the CISO so of course now I want both as well :D . Plus, almost every job that I see that wants CISSP also mentions CISA. - For those of you that…
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The CISA database question quantity
It's said that the ISACA CISA database has 1200 questions. I use adaptive studies and do 30 questions a day - does that mean I can finish all the questions in 40 days? If not, how can I know the amount of the new questions? I am asking about this because I notice there is practice questions too. Thank you!
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Timing of the test
Do test takers use full 4 hours for the exam? If not, how many hours have you used? Thank you!
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CISM/CISA experience verification process
Hi all CISA/CISM holders, I wanted to know what is the process used by ISACA to verify the years of experience? I have gone through the form and have a doubt with my situation: -In total I have 2.5+ yrs of experience in information security management systems, internal auditing, risk assessments and other compliance…
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CISM June 2015 Exam
Hi all,Anybody on the CISM ride in June the forthcoming 2015 ?? On my side, after my CISSP, my CEH i'll hunt the CISM in June 2015. Toward what i've seen there are loads of materials for the CISA exam but a far fewer for CISM indeed... I've planned onto getting this for my self study preparation; * CISM Review Manual 2015…
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NON-IS Auditing experience
As per ISACA certification rules "A maximum of 1 year of information systems experience OR 1 year of non-IS auditing experience can be substituted for 1 year of experience." I worked for many years as external auditor (financial auditing) in Audit firms before being involved in IT auditing. Would that substitute 1 year of…
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Certification Course to start career in Internal Audit
Actually I have 4 years experience in Engineering field. I dont know have any audit qualification or experience. But now I have voluntarily moved to Audit Department. So I need you suggest courses for the following reasons. 1. To learn basic foundation about audit terms and audit principles 2. To learn more about tax…
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is the risk domain in CISM a summary of CRISC?
I did not pass CISM last Dec. I scored over 450 in all domains except the risk domain as I got 300 only. So, I'm thinking to study the CRISC review manual rather than study the risk domain of CISM. Do you think it is a good idea?
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CISM - June 2015
I'm planning to take CISM in June 2015 and seek for a study body. Does anybody leave in Tampa, Florida and would like to study together?
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Difference in 2014 and 2015 CRISC Domain
Hi, I'm planning to take the June 2015 crisc exam. I am well aware that the 5-domain crisc exam was trimmed down to 4. I have a copy of the 2014 crisc manual, 2013 q&a and 2014 q&a supplemental. Can anyone help me on the following questions? 1. Will the exam be substantially different from the previous crisc exams? 2. Is…
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Planning to change order from CISSP to CISA
I'm not desire to study for cissp to attend third time as failed twice in 2011. After long time inconsistency in study and anxiety of exam not sure from where to start for cissp?. I had security+ in feb this year to get a little encouragement. Now planning to prepare for cisa exam for dec 2014 then cissp in the next year.…
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CISA All In One book experience?
Have any of the members here used the book from Peter Gregory: CISA All In One recently? Your impressions?
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CISA Application Timelines
Hey all, how are people doing for CISA certification applications... I'm currently sitting on a status of "Unreviewed", has been a few days now... How are everybody else's applications doing?
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Passed CISA!
Got the results a week early! Passed! 512....will post a follow up on study methods and materials shortly!
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Cism exam
Hi, Is CISA a perquisite for CISM exam? Thank
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CISM Training Center
Hi, I am looking for a CISM class/course... And I found it hard to get the info via mr.google. Could anyone help me? Thanks
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CISA EXAM Study Material Question
Hi there, I am planning to take the CISA 2015 June exam but have some questions about the study materials. I'm a recent business grad but have taken IT audit and financial audit courses at school and did a Co-op term with IT audit. I'm very interested in getting the CISA and other IT certifications. I would greatly…
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CISA Study: Official Review Manual and test database not enough to pass exam?
I am using the official CISA Review Manual and the test question database to study for the CISA exam. After studying for a couple weeks, it's obvious I will need better materials to confidently pass this exam. For instance, I read "Chapter 4-Information Systems Operations, Maintenance and Support" from the official manual…
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CGEIT vs. CRISC
[h=2]CGEIT vs. CRISC[/h]Howdy, I am debating to go for CGEIT or CRISC exam in December. Looking for additional input from members, I am more leaning towards CGEIT mostly for Value of IT and Governance piece but CRISC due to focus on risk is interesting as well? Thank you
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Mainframe Security Analyst ==> Path unidentified
Hi everyone .. I'm little bit confused about these CISA or CISSP. I've been working in Mainframe Security for almost 7 years now and looking for growth here. I'm unable to understand or find which is better for me CISA or CICSP. I observed people from Wintel or Networking domain do these certifications, is there anything…
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Want to know about the exams like CISM, CRISC and CGEIT
I don't really know about the exams like CISM,CRISC,CGEIT. Can someone elaborate about the examinations-the syllabus,the course duration,eligibility criteria ,etc.Please .Expecting a reply.
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CRISC 2014 Feedback
Hi, To all those who took the CRISC in December 2014, I found the exam to be very repetitive and some of the questions with all correct answers and it was subjective to which one was the "most" correct. I really feel confident leaving the exam centre but had the same feelings with CISM and passed... Also had a mail from…
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CRISC December 2014
I decided to finally take the plunge and register for this. For the past couple of years I've been dealing with critical infrastructure with an emphasis on securing industrial control systems. I really felt that CRISC would compliment my experience in this sector nicely. I don't know if I'll be updating this thread on a…
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Suggestions on how to prepare for CGEIT/CRISC
Need inputs from all who have been thru the CGEIT & CRISC exams (Cleared CISM in Sept'14).What all can be used to prepare and any material apart from CGEIT/CRISC Review Manual & Q&A that can be used which aides in better understanding of the concepts.Any online free material that is available like CBT/PDF/PPT shall be of…
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CISM work experience requirement for a System Auditor
Hello to everyone!!! Recently passed the CISSP exam (the hardest exam of my life) and I 'm doing the certifying processed . Now I 'm looking at the CISM certification to complement the part of management of the CISSP. Since 2012 I'am CISA and I actually work on systems audit on a Bank since 7 and half years ago. In the…
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CISA Online Training Providers
Hi Friends, Am trying to find out some online training providers for CISA course. Can anyone suggest me good service providers?
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Journey to CISM
Hi all, i just recently passed the CISSP and now my journey to CISM begins. i've been browsing over some post here and seem as if everyone is recommending the official Isaca manual and review CD. Ive also glance over the review manual and it seems very dry and boring.. Does anyone have Notes they want to share? maybe the…
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Information on CISM
Hello all, I have been in IT since 1997 and recently just passed the CISSP and I am currently in the endorsement process with ISC2 (just waiting for them to approve it, hopefully any day now). I am looking to see what other certs are recommended and highly looked upon by HR types and that really hold value in the industry.…
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Missed December 2014 CISA registration
Good luck to those sitting for the exam next month. I missed the registration deadline but want to get into the field of IT Auditing/ IT Security Auditing, ideally before I take CISA 2015. In your opinion what would be the best certification to earn between now and CISA June 2015 to a junior auditing position. I see CISSP…
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ISACA's grading formula
I know ISACA uses a unique, specific formula for grading on a scale of 200-800, but does anyone have any idea how that fits onto a traditional grading scale of 0-100? For example, I am using the CISM test engine from ISACA but they are scored 0-100. An guesses on what the cutoff score translates to, 70? 80, higher, lower?…
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CISM 6/Sept/14 Exam Results ..?
Any one know as to when r the results expected ...?
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CISA in Sept 2014... anyone else?
I will be taking the CISA Sept 2014 exams... anyone else here taking the exam? I m using the CISA 2014 review manual and exam review... What study materials are you using? Any tips for taking the exams...? Good luck all...
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CISA December Exam - approach and general 'hello' to others out there
Hello All, today I started my CISA journey, having booked myself the December seat in Manchester. I've given myself 46 days to read this 'exciting' material twice (CISA RM), absorb and self test; via the ISACA Question DB [1200+ questions]. I took the same approach last year for CISM and managed a top 10% result, I'm…
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Does a CISA cover the majority of a Network+ certification?
Does the CISA certification cover what is included in a Network+ certification? Thanks!
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ISACA Joining the ranks of entry level cert providers
I thought this was interesting. It's proctored and offered online, no previous experience needed. Cybersecurity Fundamentals Certificate At <$200 and lacking the need to drive to a testing center, this seems aggressively competitive with Sec+ and SSCP. Is this a legit effort on the part of ISACA to help entry level…
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CISA 6 September 14 results - Anyone received already?
CISA 6 September 14 results - Anyone received already? any idea when we will receive?
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CRISC June 2014 - Anyone's Application Approved?
For those who passed and applied to be certified, anyone get approved yet?
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Telecom Revenue Assurance -Eligible for CISA certification?
Friends, I need your help.I am a telecom Revenue Assurance professional with 15 years of experience.I perform control checks on products and services and also billing systems etc.I review products and assess risk. My question is that whether this experience is sufficient in me getting CISA certification(ofcourse if I clear…
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CGEIT in December
Howdy, I am debating to go for CGEIT or CRISC exam in December. Looking for additional input from members, I am more leaning towards CGEIT mostly for Value of IT and Governance piece but CRISC due to focus on risk is interesting as well? Thank you
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Anyone preparing for cism Dec 14 exam..
Anybody in this forum is preparing for cism Dec 14 exam? I'm reading review manual however it's very dry. Section 1 has task and knowledge items mapping. Section 2 has content. Is there any study tricks need to used to digest this material. .?
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CISA: December 2014
Going to register this Friday (Aug 22) which is also the last day for the Early Registration Deadline with Online Exam Registration Discount. My study materials are:* CISA Review Manual 2014 * CISA Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual 2014 Supplement * CISA Practice Question Database v14 (CD-ROM) Anyone else…
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CRISC Change for 2015
Anyone have any insight into the changes that will occur for the CRISC certification? From here: For reference, here is the current experience requirements I was unaware of this until today; it's of interest because a change in the domains/test will decrease the amount of strategy available for the exam. Already there is…
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CISM In June 2014
Hey all, Figured I would make a thread because I know myself and some others I believe plan to take the CISM in June. What study materials does everyone plan to use and when do you guys plan to ramp up your study efforts? From what I gathered it seems to be recommended to stick with the ISACA CISM Review Manual 2014, and…
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September '14 CISA Role Call
Well, the deed is done! I spent about 2 hours total, and I refused to go back and review any questions (except blanks, of course). I'm on mobile, but I can provide more details when I make it to a desktop. Did anyone else take the CISA today? Let's track our thoughts and successes (hopefully) here!
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CISM study material Dec 2014
Does anybody preparing for CISM Dec 2014 exam? What is a preferred study material? I have ordered the CISM review manual 2014. These are listed on isaca.org. also planning to order practice qus database CD-ROM..will CD enough for practice exam or need to have 2nd and 3rd too? thanks! * CISM Review Manual 2014 * CISM Review…
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ISACA CISA Question Database 2014 v 2013
Hello, I want to finally start studying and pursing the CISA and see that there are both 2014 and 2013 practice databases available. Can anyone tell me what the difference is? Is the 2013 still relevant? Also, what is the difference between download and CDROM? is there an advantage of one over the other?
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I need help....
I am registered for the Sept CISA exams... but I am finding it extremely difficult to study... I've got the Career Academy CISA CBT, CISA Review 2014 and the CISA exam review 2014... I just lost the desire to study for the exam. I recently studied and passed the CISSP exams... so a considerable amount of those are still in…
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CISM with CISA and CISSP as foundation
Hi I have recently passed CISA and CISSP and would like to complete the golden triangle with the CISM. I guess in CISM a lot of similar topics like for CISA and CISSP will be covered. Could anyone advice me how much preparation I have to consider with my background knowledge? Many thanks for your comments, Patrick
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Looking for CISA Review Manual 2013/14
Hello, Can someone please share CISA Review Manual 2013/14? I am planning to write exam in Dec 2014.
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CISA exam fees
Hey all, I tried to find the price of the CISA exam on Internet via ISACA website. What I found indicates that CISA is ten times more expensive than CISSP. Is that also your view? Or I missed something? THanks
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need help regarding cisa course
i am from India , i am 26 years old,i discontinued my studies after 12th.if i take this course,will i get the job immediately after passing the exam any where in the world.?what will be the avg salary will i get?please assist me regarding this course.
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CISM June 2014, already got back my certification!!
I got my test results back last Thursday, and submitted my certification packet right away. This morning, got email from ISACA notifying me my certification has been approved!! I wasn't expecting it for several weeks yet, based on past posts in the forum and what the ISACA website said. What a pleasant surprise for a…
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Interested in IT Auditing/InfoSec
Hello everyone, Brand new poster here - just found the site today while poking around Google in regards to ISACA. I'm currently working as a computer technician (read: desktop support specialist) at an accountancy firm, where there has recently been some talk that they might like to transition me into an IT Auditor role.…
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Which certification is better CISA or CRIS? after having CISSP and CISM?
Hi experts I have CISSP and just passed CISM. Which one is better for career point of view? Is it CISA or CRISC ? or something else?
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ISACA Study Materials
Can anyone tell me how helpful ISACA review manual(s) (CISA, CISM, CRISC) for study material? Should I use anything else in conjunction with their material? I also, see that they write a new book almost yearly, so how much really changes from year to year? Can I use last years information for this year or this year for…
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Experience requirments for CISA application
Hi all My experience is as follows: - Bachelor and Masters degree in Information systems - PhD in Information Security (3 year program) - PostDoc for 2 years with research in the area of information security - IS-Auditor and risk manger for over one year in my current Company I would fill the application form as follows:…
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CISM Certification Application
Hi Guys Now the big milestone is passed , I am preparing the applications for certification. I have couple of question , if anybody can help me. I have been working in current company for 1 and half year. 1) Do I need to get signature from previous company(manager) also? 2) Is it a requirements to check all the boxes under…
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CISA Study Materials
I am considering taking the CISA exam. I plan on using the All-in-One guide. Based on your experience with the CISA exam, would a thorough and complete understanding of the AIO be enough to pass the CISA or should I shell out the extra money for the ISACA 2014 review manual and question database? I do not need the…
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CISA Certification
Hi, In terms of applying for CISA certification, can you substitute 1 year of IS experience as well as university degree which counts for 2 years so that in total it's 3 years. You would still require 2 years work experience on top? Can someone please clarify this for me? Thanks
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June 2014 exam result - Expected date?
Does anybody know what is the expected date for 6/14 Exam by ISACA? I appeared in CISM and desparately/anxiously waiting for the result. Is there any metric that I may analyze expected result?
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CPEs requirements for ISACA certificates
Hi all To keep your certification status active, you have to provide a certain number of CPEs per annum. I am wondering, when I have multiple ISACA certificates like CISA and CISM, whether I can submit the same CPEs for both certifications or if this is mutually exclusive, i.e. credit points that I used for CISA I cant use…
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CISA CPE's
Hello, I would like to know, how many CPE's can I collect for CISA, after going through 50+ hours of video training's, 10 hours of audio training's and 5000 pages of reading?. I just passed CISSP and would like to add the CPE's to CISA.
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CISA: June, 2014
Just registered today for CISA: June, 2014 exam How many of this forum members are going to attend this one in June, 2014? I am starting with CISA Review Manual 2013! Regards
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CISM - CBT Nuggets
Dear All, Please can anybody sent me the link of CISM cbt nuggets as it will great help in understanding concepts Thanks in advance :)
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How to Judge whether I would pass CISM 06/14 ?
How can I evaluate whether I would pass/fail ? I was Sure right = 40 percent Double Minded (2 options eliminated) = 40 percent Best guess or not familiar questions = 20 percent
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noobs quesitons
hi guys, i am trying to understand how hard is cisa in comparison with cissp. i just passed cissp thats why i am asking.If i pass the official isaca packs of review questions for 2014 and 2013 with a 70% score. identify my weaknesses and study just that, do you think that would be sufficient? thanks.
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Is ISACA Membership Mandatory for CISA Certificate to be Active
Hey Guys I have a concern regarding the Endorsement process. I have my Endorsement form verified by my Managers from my Last 2 Companies. Now, I have to Pay $50 to apply for my Certification. My Concern Do i have to Maintain the Membership status in "Active" State in order maintain my CISA Certificate active? or is it good…
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How hard is the CGEIT exam?
Those of you who have done it, how hard is the CGEIT exam? Why has this exam only 150 questions compared to 200 in other ISACA exams? Does it mean the questions are more complex? Apart from the ISACA materials, any good reading materials or short books you would recommend? Thank you, pkt
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CISSP Professional Experience Requirement Question
I’m hoping to get an idea of whether I qualify for the professional experience before I dig in to the CISSP. I have many years of experience with IT Security, but it’s never been “direct, full-time security professional work experience” as I have worn other hats and never had the word “Security” in my formal title. I was…
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paper based, can you review questions?
hopefully a simple question for those that have taken ISACA tests before. I know they are still paper-based for marking your answers... however, are you able to review questions if you get done early, or mark questions to come back to? that was a humdinger on some other exams (say GIAC) that I've taken, was that you…
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ISACA CISM exam review tool
maybe it is just because i'm in the advanced stages of using the 'personal professor' or whatever it is called, but it really seems to me like the questions are all starting to look very similar, with just very very minor nuance changes in them, like they are trying to make you doubt yourself or pick the wrong answer. is…
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Where do I go from here?
Hey all, I've been a CISSP since March of 2012 and am looking to take the next step. I'm currently a info security analyst but would like to eventually be a CISO and take the next step into the six-figure realm. I currently work in healthcare (seems to be more money here) but have also worked as a DoD contractor for one of…
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CISM: December, 2013
Hi All, I just registered for the CISM: December 14, 2013 exam! I am going through the CISM Review Manual and ISACA CISM Exam Review 2013 (Q&A). I am on 2nd domain now and getting average 85% on domain 1 & 2. Any suggestion? Thanks SB
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ISACA Audit Standards, Guidelines, Tools & Techniques
Hi all, I am studying for the CISA and working off the 2013 review manual. Im going through the ISACA IT audit & assurance standards, guidelines and tools framework but when I look for more info on the ISACA website im getting a 404 http://www.isaca.org/standards Even when I browse there through the site I get the same (as…
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Any drawbacks of ISACA student membership?
Hey all, I am curious, are there any drawbacks of going the ISACA student membership route rather than professional if you are a full time student (on top of already working as a professional)? I ask this because their student membership rate is significantly cheaper than the professional one, and this is appealing because…
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CISM Help Required
Dear All, Please let me know how to proceed with CISM study material Only study material is ISACA material for CISM or there are some other books from other author such as tata mcgraw hill Pls suggest as ur feedback will guide me towards CISM preparation Thanks in advance
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CISM preparation
Guys , Please help me by telling what should i read for preparing for CISM exam In short which books i should i purchase It will great help for you guys Thanks in advance
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CISM exam tomorrow - how's everyone feeling?
Hello All, new to forums and threads etc so this might seem and odd one. I'm just reaching out as like many of you, I have the CISM tomorrow. I'm not entirely sure how I feel about it. I've read the RM cover to cover twice, picking up on more 'important' concepts on the 2nd read based on questions I came across in the…
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CRISC - December 2013
Did anyone register during the extended registration period for the CRISC exam? I panicked because I didn't realize the last day for registration was on the 25th October, but they extended it. If you registered for the CRISC Dec 2013, we can keep in touch to form a study group. I've just ordered CRISC Review Manual 2013…
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CISM vs PMP
I am trying to decide if I should take CISM or PMP. For those that have any suggestions on which to take I will really appreciate it. Thank you
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CISA/CISM Sept 2013 exam results?
Any updates from ISACA on the results? Is it still 5 weeks ie. next week?. Thanks-