Information System Audit / CISA

[Usman Zubair]

Any more contribution for locally available books & study material.

Usman

[Bowman]

Hi

Guybrush/Usman Zubair (especially)

Any idea whether CISA Review Manual 2004 and its CD is available!

or which is the latest edition available at karachi or Lahore, and where??

Though I do have a copy of 2002 Manual with me..

And Guybrush, whatz the job situation for a CA with CISA qualification in Pakistan and Middle East....salary range etc..any ideas?

[Usman Zubair]

Hi. Thanks for your reply.

I have 2003 mannual and 2002 CD, This is the situation at Lahore Though I have checked the Karachi Market through a rep. a friend at Patiwala Book Corporation, i found only 2003 manual.

What about you. I have learned through a friend that SRV books are also available but couldn,t find any any idea.

Please update me regarding your findings. I am very seriours for appearing in 2004 June attempt.

Thanks

Usman

[sumaaan]

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Hi. Thanks for your reply.

I have 2003 mannual and 2002 CD, This is the situation at Lahore Though I have checked the Karachi Market through a rep. a friend at Patiwala Book Corporation, i found only 2003 manual.

What about you. I have learned through a friend that SRV books are also available but couldn,t find any any idea.

Please update me regarding your findings. I am very seriours for appearing in 2004 June attempt.

Thanks

Usman


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In Karachi, if you can, check out this new shop

Al Jamia Book House
62 Noman Center, Block F-5, Gulshan-e-Iqbal
4960904, 03332249877

Its on the backside of the NIPA Mr.Burger, near Gulshan KFC.

[jen_23]

I have a degree in IT. Will taking ACCA help me in IS Auditing or i have to take CISA.
CISA is not very demanded in my country - Malaysia.. that's why i'm confused.

-Jen23-

[jbladeus]

Hi Jen

ACCA would be a totally different line for you. Its a qualification related to the field of finance. From your post, it seems that you want to excel in the field of IS Audit. CISA is one of the premier qualifications in the field of IS audit and control. It would most certainly compliment your IT degree on your CV.

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[jen_23]

How's CISA 's popularity in your country? <img src=icon_smile_shy.gif border=0 align=middle>

[jbladeus]

In Pakistan, there is a growing realization among large and medium sized companies about effective management of business risks in general and info system risks in general. In light of this development, all top and mid sized firms providing professional services are scampering to create Business risk/IS risk management departments in their firms. The companies themselves are looking to hire CISA qualified professionals for their internal audit department to look after IT side of things.

In the absence of local qualification for IS audit, CISA is being recognised as the qualification of choice for these companies and firms.

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Arrrgh... it sure's gonna be mighty rough sailin' today ... mates!

[Bowman]

Guybrush, still one thing to be answered.......
What kinda monetary compensation in Pakistan one would expect after acquiring CISA?

and what if CA is supplemented by CISA?

Any ideas? since you have done both.

[jbladeus]

Bowman

as i have said before that CISA, as is the case with CIA, is a good supplemental qualification to have. I must say that i have seen only one case in which a person hasnt got any professional or technical degree and got the job solely on the basis of his CISA qualification. He is a friend of mine who is only a graduate and CISA, but also has done his ICAP articleship and was employed by SBP for a package of 30k+. So if SBP has set such a precedent, then i suppose that things do look good for CISA qualified ppl.... but then this is only my personal opinion.

I myself am employed due to my CA qualification. I did my CISA only recently.

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Arrrgh... it sure's gonna be mighty rough sailin' today ... mates!

[sumaaan]

There was a job vacancy advertisement for a CISA qualified in 23rd November's Dawn Advertiser by National Foods Limited.

Some of the highlights of the ad

GROUP INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER
-Masters in Computer Science (preferably CISA qualified as well)
-Min. 8-10 years of related experience in network admin. and software development.
-Knowledge about latest information system trends and related procedures.
-Understanding of ERP environments
-Leadership ability and aptitude for analysis/training.

[Usman Zubair]

Hi Dear fellows

Exam is approaching! did some one buy 2004 exam material. or QA cd etc. or know the place where it can be obtained from please reply.

Usman

[jbladeus]

CISA 2004 manual and cd should be available around end of december or early january.

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Arrrgh... it sure's gonna be mighty rough sailin' today ... mates!

[Usman Zubair]

ISACA Lahore chapter!

We are in the process of establishing Lahore Chapter plus examination centre at lahore. Any one interested reply!

CISA 2003 CD is available on KPMG yahoo group files section anyone can get it.

Usman

[Usman Zubair]

CISA Classes In Lahore for the first time. Starting from February 7 2004, Interested persons should contact PIM MM Alam road Lahore.

USMAN