Isaca CISA Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual, 12th Edition

1. Introduction

This manual serves as a critical resource for individuals preparing for the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) examination. It provides a structured approach to understanding and applying the knowledge required for CISA certification, focusing on practical questions and detailed explanations.

2. Overview and Purpose

The 12th Edition of the CISA Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual contains 1,000 multiple-choice study questions. It has been updated to align with the 2019 CISA Job Practice, ensuring relevance to the current exam content. The primary purpose of this manual is to familiarize candidates with the format, style, and content of questions typically encountered on the CISA exam, thereby enhancing their preparation and confidence.

Figure 1: Front cover of the CISA Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual, 12th Edition.

3. Content Organization

The questions within this manual are organized into two main sections:

• Job Practice Domain Questions: Questions are categorized by the CISA Job Practice domains, allowing for focused study on specific areas.
• Sample Exam: A 150-question sample exam is included to simulate the actual CISA examination experience, providing an opportunity for timed practice.

Each question is accompanied by detailed answers and explanations, clarifying why certain options are correct and others are incorrect. This approach aids in deeper understanding rather than mere memorization.

4. How to Effectively Use This Manual

To maximize your study effectiveness with this manual, consider the following recommendations:

1. Review Questions and Explanations Thoroughly: Do not just focus on getting the correct answer. Understand the reasoning behind each answer, including why incorrect options are flawed.
2. Identify Knowledge Gaps: Use the domain-specific questions to pinpoint areas where your understanding is weak. Refer back to the CISA Review Manual or other study materials for these topics.
3. Practice Under Exam Conditions: Utilize the 150-question sample exam to practice time management and simulate the pressure of the actual CISA exam.
4. Integrate with Other Resources: This manual is designed to complement other official ISACA study materials.

5. Complementary Study Resources

This publication is designed to be used in conjunction with other official ISACA resources for comprehensive CISA exam preparation. Recommended complementary materials include:

• CISA Review Manual, 27th Edition: For in-depth coverage of CISA domains.
• CISA Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Database (Available at ISACA.org): For additional practice questions.
• CISA Online Review Course (Available at ISACA.org): For structured online learning.
• CISA Virtual or Live Instructor-led Training (Available at ISACA.org): For guided instruction.

6. Specifications

7. Support and Further Information

For additional support, inquiries regarding CISA certification, or to access other official study materials, please visit the official ISACA website:

www.isaca.org

ISACA provides a range of resources to assist candidates throughout their CISA certification journey.

8. Important Notes

This manual is intended as a study aid and does not contain actual CISA exam questions. The questions are designed to be representative of the exam format and content to help candidates prepare effectively. Success on the CISA exam requires a comprehensive understanding of the CISA Job Practice domains, which this manual supports by providing practice and explanation.