CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor

About this course

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of Information Systems (IS) auditing, aligned with ISACA’s five core domains essential for the CISA exam. Starting with foundational IS auditing standards, guidelines, and ethical considerations, it then moves into governance and IT management, emphasizing frameworks and controls critical for effective audits. The course covers the lifecycle of information systems—from acquisition and development to implementation and operations—highlighting how aligning technology with business goals supports continuity and resilience in organizations. Throughout, practical scenarios are used to bridge theory and real-world applications, focusing on risk management, control assessments, and compliance. This course covers emerging technologies like cloud computing and virtualization, highlighting their impact on audit practices. By the end, you’ll be ready for the CISA exam and equipped to handle modern IT auditing challenges. Ideal for IT professionals seeking to specialize in IS auditing or improve their IT governance knowledge, especially those pursuing CISA certification. Prior experience in IT security, audit, or risk management is helpful but not mandatory.

Course objectives

• prepare for ISACA's CISA exam
• enhance knowledge in IT governance
• develop practical auditing skills for real-world applications