Academic Relations

Academic relations

As the leading information technology organization ISACA® membership is comprised of all levels of IT professionals, executives, management and practitioners all of whom are dedicated to the promotion of advanced IT governance, control and assurance practices.

Information and education is the cornerstone of success. Those who remain up to date on technological and business advances are those who are destined to succeed.  As the leading global organisation serving IT and Audit professionals, ISACA® is committed to providing the information needed to maintain a competitive advantage to assist in achieving success.

ISACA® deliver a variety of benefits to members, including: thought leadership, a global community of peers, extensive knowledge resources and CISA®, CISM® and CGEIT®  certifications to name but a few.

CISA®

The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA®) is ISACA’s cornerstone certification. The CISA ®certification has been earned by more than 50,000 professionals since inception and is for the IS audit, control, assurance and/or security professional who wishes to set themselves apart from their peers.Since 1978, the CISA® certification has been renowned as the globally recognized achievement for those who control, monitor and assess an organization’s information technology and business systems.

For more details see the certification section on the main ISACA® site.

The South African chapter cannot process exam requests or provide exam materials. 

Below are some shortcuts if you are after specific information:

• Main isaca.org/CISA page
• The CISA exam
• CISA bulletin of information (pdf)
• CISA Exam Candidates Guide (pdf)
• CISA FAQs
• CISA job areas
• CISA requirements 

Exam Registration

The CISA® exam is held every June and December. For exam dates and registration fees see the certification page.  

Note that there are ‘early bird’ discounts available, as well as member discounts.
Registration for the CISA® exam is online. 


CISA® Review Courses

The South African Chapter does run CISA® Review courses.  Enquire at Admin@isaca.org.za

Study Materials

Examples of  materials available from isaca bookstore are as follows:

The CISA Review Manual 2009 has been revised and updated with new content to reflect changing industry principles and practices, and is organized according to the current CISA job practice areas. The manual features detailed descriptions of the tasks performed by IS auditors and the knowledge required to plan, manage and perform IS audits. The new edition also features new case studies to assist a candidate’s understanding of current practices. Also included are definitions of terms most commonly found on the exam, practice questions similar in content to what has previously appeared on the exam and references to additional study materials on specific topics. This manual can be used as a stand-alone document for individual study or as a guide or reference for study groups and chapters conducting local review courses. The 2009 edition has been developed and is organized to help prepare the CISA®  candidate in studying the following job practice areas: • The IS audit process • IT governance • Systems and infrastructure life cycle management • IT service delivery and support • Protection of information assets • Business continuity and disaster recovery

Click on the title to go straight to the item at the bookstore.

If you have any queries, and you have read all the material available via isaca.org/cisa and also enquire at meetings for the ISACA® South African are held in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. South African CISA® representative can also be contacted at admin@isaca.org.za

CISM®

The Certified Information Security Manager (CISM®) certification is a unique management focused certification that has been earned by over 7,000 professionals since its introduction in 2003.Unlike other security certifications, CISM® is for the individual who manages, designs, oversees and assesses an enterprise's information security program.CISM® defines the core competencies and international performance standards that those who have information security management responsibilities must master.

For more details see the certification section on the main ISACA® site.

The South African chapter cannot process exam requests or provide exam materials. 

Below are some shortcuts if you are after specific information:

• Main isaca.org/CISM page
• The CISM exam
• CISM bulletin of information (pdf)
• CISM Exam Candidates Guide (pdf)
• CISM FAQs
• CISM job areas
• CISM requirements 

Exam Registration

The CISM® exam is held every June and December.  For exam dates and registration fees see the certification page..

Note that there are ‘early bird’ discounts available, as well as member discounts.
Registration for the CISA® exam is online. 


CISM® Review Courses

The South African Chapter does run CISM® Review courses. 

Study Materials

Examples of  materials available from isaca bookstore are as follows:

The CISM®  Review Manual 2009 has been completely revised and updated with new content to improve consistency, clarity and to remain current in a dynamic field. The updated manual reflects the fact that the information security management profession is rapidly evolving, with increasing responsibilities, scope and authority. Topics covered include governance and management, strategy and policy, security architecture and metrics, and the alignment of security activities with, and in support of, overall business objectives. The new edition also features definitions of terms most commonly found on the exam, practice questions similar in content to what has previously appeared on the exam and references to additional study materials on specific topics. The CISM®  Review Manual 2009 is designed to assist candidates in preparing for the CISM®  exam, and for individuals wanting to learn more about the roles and responsibilities of an information security manager. The manual can be used as a stand-alone document for individual study or as a guide or reference for study groups and chapters conducting local review courses. The 2008 edition has been developed and is organized to help prepare the CISM®  candidate in studying the following job practice areas: • Information security governance • Information risk management • Information security program development • Information security program management • Incident management and response

Click on the title to go straight to the item at the bookstore.

If you have any queries, and you have read all the material available via isaca.org/cicism and also enquire at meetings for the ISACA® South African are held in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. South African CISA® representative can also be contacted at admin@isaca.org.za

CGEIT®

ISACA® 's new IT Governance certification is intended to recognize a wide range of professionals for their knowledge and application of IT governance principles and practices.  It is designed for professionals who have management, advisory, or assurance responsibilities as defined by a "job practice" consisting of IT governance related tasks and knowledge.  Earning this designation will enable professionals to respond to the growing business demand for a comprehensive IT governance program that defines responsibility and accountability across the entire enterprise.

For more details see the CGEIT brochure or the certification section on the main ISACA® site at www.isaca.org\certification.

There is also a grandfathering provision available where experienced IT governance professionals may apply for this certification without writing the exam see the Grandfathering application for requirements etc.

ISACA®, the harmonizing source for IT control practices and standards around the world!

Student membership

IT is an exciting and a rewarding career to be pursued.
Joining ISACA®  provides you with many opportunities, some of which include:

• Electronic subscription to the bimonthly Information Systems Control Journal, which features articles on current and future practices and technology, and Global Communiqué, a member publication
• Complimentary download of COBIT®  (Control Objectives for Information and related Technology) 3rd Edition and discount on purchase of COBIT® , which includes Management Guidelines, Executive Summary, Framework, Control Objectives, Audit Guidelines, Implementation Tool Set and a fully searchable CD-ROM
• Discounts on CISA®  and CISM®  examination fees and study materials
• Full access to K-NET® , a global IT governance knowledge resource
• Discounts on ITGI research publications and convenient access to peer-reviewed Bookstore publications
• Documents and presentations from the IT Governance Institute (ITGI) on various aspects of IT governance.
• Web delivery of standards, statements and guidelines for information systems audit and control professionals
• Access to a member-only material, which includes a variety of professional resources, such as internal control questionnaires (ICQs) and audit programs
• Leadership and networking opportunities through participation in your local chapter

As a potential CISA®  and CISM® student you need to understand the importance of professional certification and to achieve a high level of recognition as a result of becoming certified. With the risks that many organizations face and the need to address regulatory compliance and issues related to IT Governance, it is more critical that industry look to certified individuals when hiring or promoting for key positions.

To join ISACA®  as a student  click here