ISACA CISA Certification

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Achieve your CISA certification and sit your CISA exam in just four days on this accelerated course from Firebrand. Prove your auditing knowledge at an international level with the CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), globally recognised as the gold standard certification for IS audit control, assurance and security professionals.

On this accelerated four-day CISA course, you’ll get the auditing knowledge and skills you need to identify vulnerabilities, report on compliance and introduce controls within an enterprise. You'll be immersed in this course through Firebrand’s unique Lecture | Lab | Review technique as you study the five CISA domains:

Domain 1 - The Process of Auditing Information Systems
Domain 2 - Governance and Management of IT
Domain 3 - Information Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation
Domain 4 - Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience
Domain 5 - Protection of Information Assets

You’ll also go beyond the official curriculum as you gain the knowledge needed to pass your CISA exam, which you’ll sit at the Firebrand Training Centre.

Exclusive: Sit your CISA exam on this accelerated course

Firebrand is an ISACA Accredited Training Organisation (ATO). This means you'll have access to official ISACA courseware and will sit your CISA exam at the Firebrand Training Centre during your accelerated course. If you don’t pass your CISA exam first time, don't worry, you'll be covered by your Certification Guarantee.

Firebrand is a premier ISACA partner for EMEA and the US. No other partner in these regions trains more students.

The International Accreditation Service (IAS) has accredited the CISA certification program under ISO/IEC 17024:2012, General Requirements for Bodies Operating Certification Systems of Persons.

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Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

You'll be certified in just 4 days. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals. No hidden extras
Pass first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9am – 5pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day quality learning time, with your instructor
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You'll do more than study Firebrand's courseware. We use practical exercises to make sure you can apply your new knowledge to the work environment. Our instructors use demonstrations and real-world experience to keep the day interesting and engaging

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Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.

Effective technical instruction must be highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote camaraderie and teamwork between the students and instructor, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.

Firebrand Training provides instruction to meet every learning need:

Intensive group instruction
One-on-one instruction attention
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Question and answer drills
Independent study

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Domain 1 - The Process of Auditing Information Systems (21%)

Provide audit services in accordance with IS audit standards to assist the organisation in protecting and controlling information systems.

Domain 1 - Task Statements:

1.1 Execute a risk-based IS audit strategy in compliance with IS audit standards to ensure that key risk areas are audited.
1.2 Plan specific audits to determine whether information systems are protected, controlled and provide value to the organisation.
1.3 Conduct audits in accordance with IS audit standards to achieve planned audit objectives.
1.4 Communicate audit results and make recommendations to key stakeholders through meetings and audit reports to promote change when necessary.
1.5 Conduct audit follow-ups to determine whether appropriate actions have been taken by management in a timely manner.

Domain 1 - Knowledge Statements:

1.1 Knowledge of ISACA IT Audit and Assurance Standards, Guidelines and Tools and Techniques, Code of Professional Ethics and other applicable standards
1.2 Knowledge of the risk assessment concepts and tools and techniques used in planning, examination, reporting and follow-up
1.3 Knowledge of fundamental business processes (e.g., purchasing, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable) and the role of IS in these processes
1.4 Knowledge of the control principles related to controls in information systems
1.5 Knowledge of risk-based audit planning and audit project management techniques, including follow-up
1.6 Knowledge of the applicable laws and regulations that affect the scope, evidence collection and preservation, and frequency of audits
1.7 Knowledge of the evidence collection techniques (e.g., observation, inquiry, inspection, interview, data analysis, forensic investigation techniques, computer-assisted audit techniques [CAATs]) used to gather, protect and preserve audit evidence
1.8 Knowledge of different sampling methodologies and other substantive/data analytical procedures
1.9 Knowledge of reporting and communication techniques (e.g., facilitation, negotiation, conflict resolution, audit report structure, issue writing, management summary, result verification)
1.10 Knowledge of audit quality assurance (QA) systems and frameworks
1.11 Knowledge of various types of audits (e.g., internal, external, financial) and methods for assessing and placing reliance on the work of other auditors or control entities

Domain 2 - Governance and Management of IT (16%)

Provide assurance that the necessary leadership and organisational structures and processes are in place to achieve objectives and to support the organisation's strategy.

Domain 2 - Task Statements:

2.1 Evaluate the IT strategy, including IT direction, and the processes for the strategy’s development, approval, implementation and maintenance for alignment with the organisation’s strategies and objectives.
2.2 Evaluate the effectiveness of the IT governance structure to determine whether IT decisions, directions and performance support the organisation’s strategies and objectives.
2.3 Evaluate IT organisational structure and human resources (personnel) management to determine whether they support the organisation’s strategies and objectives.
2.4 Evaluate the organisation’s IT policies, standards and procedures, and the processes for their development, approval, release/publishing, implementation and maintenance to determine whether they support the IT strategy and comply with regulatory and legal requirements.
2.5 Evaluate IT resource management, including investment, prioritisation, allocation and use, for alignment with the organisation’s strategies and objectives.
2.6 Evaluate IT portfolio management, including investment, prioritisation and allocation, for alignment with the organisation’s strategies and objectives.
2.7 Evaluate risk management practices to determine whether the organisation’s IT-related risk is identified, assessed, monitored, reported and managed.
2.8 Evaluate IT management and monitoring of controls (e.g., continuous monitoring, quality assurance [QA]) for compliance with the organisation’s policies, standards and procedures.
2.9 Evaluate monitoring and reporting of IT key performance indicators (KPIs) to determine whether management receives sufficient and timely information.
2.10 Evaluate the organisation’s business continuity plan (BCP), including alignment of the IT disaster recovery plan (DRP) with the BCP, to determine the organisation’s ability to continue essential business operations during the period of an IT disruption.

Domain 2 - Knowledge Statements:

2.1 Knowledge of the purpose of IT strategy, policies, standards and procedures for an organisation and the essential elements of each
2.2 Knowledge of IT governance, management, security and control frameworks, and related standards, guidelines and practices
2.3 Knowledge of the organisational structure, roles and responsibilities related to IT, including segregation of duties (SoD)
2.4 Knowledge of the relevant laws, regulations and industry standards affecting the organisation
2.5 Knowledge of the organisation’s technology direction and IT architecture and their implications for setting long-term strategic directions
2.6 Knowledge of the processes for the development, implementation and maintenance of IT strategy, policies, standards and procedures
2.7 Knowledge of the use of capability and maturity models
2.8 Knowledge of process optimisation techniques
2.9 Knowledge of IT resource investment and allocation practices, including prioritisation criteria (e.g., portfolio management, value management, personnel management)
2.10 Knowledge of IT supplier selection, contract management, relationship management and performance monitoring processes, including third-party outsourcing relationships
2.11 Knowledge of enterprise risk management (ERM)
2.12 Knowledge of the practices for monitoring and reporting of controls performance (e.g., continuous monitoring, quality assurance [QA])
2.13 Knowledge of quality management and quality assurance (QA) systems
2.14 Knowledge of the practices for monitoring and reporting of IT performance (e.g., balanced scorecard [BSC], key performance indicators [KPIs])
2.15 Knowledge of business impact analysis (BIA)
2.16 Knowledge of the standards and procedures for the development, maintenance and testing of the business continuity plan (BCP)
2.17 Knowledge of the procedures used to invoke and execute the business continuity plan (BCP) and return to normal operations

Domain 3 - Information Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation (18%)

Provide assurance that the practices for the acquisition, development, testing and implementation of information systems meet the organisation’s strategies and objectives.

Domain 3 - Task Statements:

3.1 Evaluate the business case for the proposed investments in information systems acquisition, development, maintenance and subsequent retirement to determine whether the business case meets business objectives.
3.2 Evaluate IT supplier selection and contract management processes to ensure that the organisation’s service levels and requisite controls are met.
3.3 Evaluate the project management framework and controls to determine whether business requirements are achieved in a cost-effective manner while managing risk to the organisation.
3.4 Conduct reviews to determine whether a project is progressing in accordance with project plans, is adequately supported by documentation, and has timely and accurate status reporting.
3.5 Evaluate controls for information systems during the requirements, acquisition, development and testing phases for compliance with the organisation's policies, standards, procedures and applicable external requirements.
3.6 Evaluate the readiness of information systems for implementation and migration into production to determine whether project deliverables, controls and the organisation's requirements are met.
3.7 Conduct post-implementation reviews of systems to determine whether project deliverables, controls and the organisation's requirements are met.

Domain 3 - Knowledge Statements:

3.1 Knowledge of benefits realisation practices, (e.g., feasibility studies, business cases, total cost of ownership [TCO], return on investment [ROI])
3.2 Knowledge of IT acquisition and vendor management practices (e.g., evaluation and selection process, contract management, vendor risk and relationship management, escrow, software licensing), including third-party outsourcing relationships, IT suppliers and service providers.
3.3 Knowledge of project governance mechanisms (e.g., steering committee, project oversight board, project management office)
3.4 Knowledge of project management control frameworks, practices and tools
3.5 Knowledge of the risk management practices applied to projects
3.6 Knowledge of requirements analysis and management practices (e.g., requirements verification, traceability, gap analysis, vulnerability management, security requirements)
3.7 Knowledge of the enterprise architecture (EA) related to data, applications and technology (e.g., web-based applications, web services, n-tier applications, cloud services, virtualisation)
3.8 Knowledge of system development methodologies and tools, including their strengths and weaknesses (e.g., agile development practices, prototyping, rapid application development [RAD], object-oriented design techniques, secure coding practices, system version control)
3.9 Knowledge of the control objectives and techniques that ensure the completeness, accuracy, validity and authorisation of transactions and data
3.10 Knowledge of the testing methodologies and practices related to the information system development life cycle (SDLC)
3.11 Knowledge of the configuration and release management relating to the development of information systems
3.12 Knowledge of system migration and infrastructure deployment practices and data conversion tools, techniques and procedures.
3.13 Knowledge of project success criteria and project risk
3.14 Knowledge of post-implementation review objectives and practices (e.g., project closure, control implementation, benefits realisation, performance measurement)

Domain 4 - Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience (23%)

Provide assurance that the processes for information systems operations, maintenance and service management meet the organisation’s strategies and objectives.

Domain 4 - Task Statements:

4.1 Evaluate the IT service management framework and practices (internal or third party) to determine whether the controls and service levels expected by the organisation are being adhered to and whether strategic objectives are met.
4.2 Conduct periodic reviews of information systems to determine whether they continue to meet the organisation’s objectives within the enterprise architecture (EA).
4.3 Evaluate IT operations (e.g., job scheduling, configuration management, capacity and performance management) to determine whether they are controlled effectively and continue to support the organisation’s objectives.
4.4 Evaluate IT maintenance (patches, upgrades) to determine whether they are controlled effectively and continue to support the organisation’s objectives.
4.5 Evaluate database management practices to determine the integrity and optimisation of databases.
4.6 Evaluate data quality and life cycle management to determine whether they continue to meet strategic objectives.
4.7 Evaluate problem and incident management practices to determine whether problems and incidents are prevented, detected, analysed, reported and resolved in a timely manner to support the organisation's objectives.
4.8 Evaluate change and release management practices to determine whether changes made to systems and applications are adequately controlled and documented.
4.9 Evaluate end-user computing to determine whether the processes are effectively controlled and support the organisation’s objectives.
4.10 Evaluate IT continuity and resilience (backups/restores, disaster recovery plan [DRP]) to determine whether they are controlled effectively and continue to support the organisation’s objectives.

Domain 4 - Knowledge Statements:

4.1 Knowledge of service management frameworks
4.2 Knowledge of service management practices and service level management
4.3 Knowledge of the techniques for monitoring third-party performance and compliance with service agreements and regulatory requirements
4.4 Knowledge of enterprise architecture (EA)
4.5 Knowledge of the functionality of fundamental technology (e.g., hardware and network components, system software, middleware, database management systems)
4.6 Knowledge of system resiliency tools and techniques (e.g., fault-tolerant hardware, elimination of single point of failure, clustering)
4.7 Knowledge of IT asset management, software licensing, source code management and inventory practices
4.8 Knowledge of job scheduling practices, including exception handling
4.9 Knowledge of the control techniques that ensure the integrity of system interfaces
4.10 Knowledge of capacity planning and related monitoring tools and techniques
4.11 Knowledge of systems performance monitoring processes, tools and techniques (e.g., network analysers, system utilisation reports, load balancing)
4.12 Knowledge of data backup, storage, maintenance and restoration practices
4.13 Knowledge of database management and optimisation practices
4.14 Knowledge of data quality (completeness, accuracy, integrity) and life cycle management (aging, retention)
4.15 Knowledge of problem and incident management practices
4.16 Knowledge of change management, configuration management, release management and patch management practices
4.17 Knowledge of the operational risk and controls related to end-user computing
4.18 Knowledge of the regulatory, legal, contractual and insurance issues related to disaster recovery
4.19 Knowledge of business impact analysis (BIA) related to disaster recovery planning
4.20 Knowledge of the development and maintenance of disaster recovery plans (DRPs)
4.21 Knowledge of the benefits and drawbacks of alternate processing sites (e.g., hot sites, warm sites, cold sites)
4.22 Knowledge of disaster recovery testing methods
4.23 Knowledge of the processes used to invoke the disaster recovery plans (DRPs)

Domain 5—Protection of Information Assets(25%)

Provide assurance that the organisation’s policies, standards, procedures and controls ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information assets.

Domain 5 - Task Statements:

5.1 Evaluate the information security and privacy policies, standards and procedures for completeness, alignment with generally accepted practices and compliance with applicable external requirements.
5.2 Evaluate the design, implementation, maintenance, monitoring and reporting of physical and environmental controls to determine whether information assets are adequately safeguarded.
5.3 Evaluate the design, implementation, maintenance, monitoring and reporting of system and logical security controls to verify the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information.
5.4 Evaluate the design, implementation and monitoring of the data classification processes and procedures for alignment with the organisation’s policies, standards, procedures and applicable external requirements.
5.5 Evaluate the processes and procedures used to store, retrieve, transport and dispose of assets to determine whether information assets are adequately safeguarded.
5.6 Evaluate the information security program to determine its effectiveness and alignment with the organisation’s strategies and objectives.

Domain 5 - Knowledge Statements:

5.1 Knowledge of the generally accepted practices and applicable external requirements (e.g., laws, regulations) related to the protection of information assets
5.2 Knowledge of privacy principles
5.3 Knowledge of the techniques for the design, implementation, maintenance, monitoring and reporting of security controls
5.4 Knowledge of the physical and environmental controls and supporting practices related to the protection of information assets
5.5 Knowledge of the physical access controls for the identification, authentication and restriction of users to authorised facilities and hardware
5.6 Knowledge of the logical access controls for the identification, authentication and restriction of users to authorised functions and data
5.7 Knowledge of the security controls related to hardware, system software (e.g., applications, operating systems) and database management systems.
5.8 Knowledge of the risk and controls associated with virtualisation of systems
5.9 Knowledge of the risk and controls associated with the use of mobile and wireless devices, including personally owned devices (bring your own device [BYOD])
5.10 Knowledge of voice communications security (e.g., PBX, Voice-over Internet Protocol [VoIP])
5.11 Knowledge of network and Internet security devices, protocols and techniques
5.12 Knowledge of the configuration, implementation, operation and maintenance of network security controls
5.13 Knowledge of encryption-related techniques and their uses
5.14 Knowledge of public key infrastructure (PKI) components and digital signature techniques
5.15 Knowledge of the risk and controls associated with peer-to-peer computing, instant messaging, and web-based technologies (e.g., social networking, message boards, blogs, cloud computing)
5.16 Knowledge of the data classification standards related to the protection of information assets
5.17 Knowledge of the processes and procedures used to store, retrieve, transport and dispose of confidential information assets
5.18 Knowledge of the risk and controls associated with data leakage
5.19 Knowledge of the security risk and controls related to end-user computing
5.20 Knowledge of methods for implementing a security awareness program
5.21 Knowledge of information system attack methods and techniques
5.22 Knowledge of prevention and detection tools and control techniques
5.23 Knowledge of security testing techniques (e.g., penetration testing, vulnerability scanning)
5.24 Knowledge of the processes related to monitoring and responding to security incidents (e.g., escalation procedures, emergency incident response team)
5.25 Knowledge of the processes followed in forensics investigation and procedures in collection and preservation of the data and evidence (i.e., chain of custody).
5.26 Knowledge of the fraud risk factors related to the protection of information assets

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You’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training Centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

CISA Exam

Duration: 4 hours
Number of questions: 150 multiple choice
Languages: English, Chinese Traditional, Chinese Simplified, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish and Turkish

The CISA exam tests knowledge in the following CISA domains:

Domain 1 - The Process of Auditing Information Systems (21%)
Domain 2 - Governance and Management of IT (17%)
Domain 3 - Information Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation (12%)
Domain 4 - Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience (23%)
Domain 5 - Protection of Information Assets (27%)

Firebrand is an ISACA ATO. This means you'll have access to official ISACA courseware and will sit your CISA exam at the Firebrand Training Centre during your accelerated course. Plus, if you don’t pass first time, you'll be covered by your Certification Guarantee.

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On this accelerated CISA course, you'll receive:

ISACA CISA Certified Instructor teaching and exam preparation
ISACA official CISA Review Manual
ISACA official CISA Exam Review Question, Answer and Explanation (QAE) online Database, 12-month subscription
ISACA CISA exam
CPE credits can be earned by attending this course - a maximum of 38 CPE hours are available

Firebrand Training offers top-quality technical education and certification training in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.

Our Accelerated Learning Programmes include:

Intensive Hands-on Training Utilising our (Lecture | Lab | Review)^TM Delivery
Comprehensive Study Materials, Program Courseware and Self-Testing Software including MeasureUp *
Fully instructor-led program with 24 hour lab access
Examination vouchers **
On site testing ***
Accommodation, all meals, unlimited beverages, snacks and tea / coffee****
Transportation to/from designated local railway stations
Examination Passing Policy

Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.

Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.

Firebrand goes digital

We’re currently migrating from printed to digital courseware. Some courseware is already available in digital, while other books remain in printed form. To find out if this course is digital, call us on 080 80 800 888.

There are several benefits of easy-to-use digital courseware: downloads are immediate, and you’ll always have your courseware available wherever you are. You won’t need to wait for a printed book to be delivered before you start learning – and it’s better for the environment. You can choose to download the courseware to your own device, or borrow one of ours.

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Examination Passing Policy

Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodations and vendor exam fees.

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** Examination vouchers are not included for the following courses: GIAC, CREST and CISSP CBK Review. Exam vouchers may also not be included for Apprentices and will require a separate purchase by an employer due to Education and Skills Funding Agency guidelines.
*** On site testing is not included for our GIAC, CREST or ITIL Managers and Revision Certification Courses
**** Accommodation not included on the CISSP CBK Review Seminar

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Course and Exam Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for attending the CISA course and sitting the exam.

Achieving the CISA Certification

In order to become CISA certified, you must meet the following requirements:

Successfully complete the CISA exam
Submit an Application for CISA Certification - see below
Adhere to the Code of Professional Ethics
Adherence to the Continuing Professional Education Program
Comply with the Information Systems Auditing Standards

Submitting an Application for CISA Certification

The CISA certification is designed to recognise information systems (IS) audit, control and security professionals. You must be able to submit evidence of a minimum of five years of professional information systems auditing, control or security work experience.

Experience substitutions

The following can be substituted for a maximum of three of the five-year work experience requirement:

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.
60 to 120 completed university semester credit hours (the equivalent of an 2-year or 4-year degree) not limited by the 10-year preceding restriction, can be substituted for 1 or 2 years of experience, respectively. A bachelor's or master's degree from a university that enforces the ISACA-sponsored Model Curricula can be substituted for 1 year of experience. This option cannot be used if 3 years of experience substitution and educational waiver have already been claimed.
A master's degree in information security or information technology from an accredited university can be substituted for 1 year of experience.

Experience Exception

If you are a full-time university instructor in a related field (e.g., computer science, accounting, information systems auditing), you can substitute 2 years of experience in this role for 1 year of the experience requirement.

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Don’t worry - we’ll discuss your technical background, experience and qualifications to determine whether this accelerated course suits you.

Just call us on 080 80 800 888 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants.

Firebrand is an immersive environment and requires commitment. Some prerequisites are simply guidelines; you may find your unique experience, attitude and determination enables you to succeed on your accelerated course.

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"I've gained more knowledge within 4 days than I have in the last 5 years."
Alexandra Kyamanywa, TFL. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"Detailed, fast paced course, not for the feint-hearted, but certainly for those looking for a challenge."
T.R.. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"Great relaxed environment designed to promote learning. Being with a group and learning at the same rate, able to share feelings and thoughts, all packed in a bite-size cram design."
D.C.. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"Excellent customer service. They were always willing to please and very available. Excellent food. Room wasnt that great. No good bedding or lighting to read and it was quite small. Overall a very good experience and would recommend highly."
J.A.. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"My experience at Firebrand had exceeded my expectations. The delivery was fast paced but engaging. The professionalism ensured that all I only had to concentrate on was learning. All other parts just happened."
David Johnson. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"Informed and insightful training, along with a comfortable and well managed environment resulting in a superb training experience. Well done to Firebrand!"
Ian Lockett. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"Great trainer, good energy and sense of humour, kept out attention and conveyed the key facts, and some not-so-key facts, in style. Classroom, materials and facilities, refreshments & accommodation all good, food very good."
Russ James, TFL. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"Great course to attend for all things IS. Trainer made it worth while with communication techniques."
T.J.. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"Had a great experience all round, course was very interesting, lots of support, food, accommodation was great too. Nothing was too much trouble."
Rosemarie Underhill, TFL. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"Firebrand Training for CISA is intense but very well delivered. Training materials are very good and the facilities are also adequate."
O.F.. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"Firebrand training is a fast paced highly engaging and informative training experience. The instructors are knowledgeable, creative and enthusiastic with the ability to transfer their passion and knowledge to the minds and hearts of participants. I highly recommend Firebrand Training to all organisations large, medium and small. All the best, Mike."
Michael Beaupre, Self Funder. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (1/10/2018 to 4/10/2018)

"Firebrand offer a well managed and delivered course. The CISA course was very good value for money."
O.R. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (25/6/2018 to 28/6/2018)

"Excellently delivered course. Great examples and real-life examples used to emphasise to study material."
B.B. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (25/6/2018 to 28/6/2018)

"Firebrand training is an exceptional resource that I would recommend to anyone who is looking to obtain a professional certification."
J.D.. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (30/10/2017 to 2/11/2017)

"If you are committed to learning and developing yourself and your career, Firebrand is your best choice."
Anonymous - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (30/10/2017 to 2/11/2017)

"One of the best trainers I have experienced in 30 years - Top class!"
Mike Fox, FFRC. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (29/8/2017 to 1/9/2017)

"I was so happy when I contacted the Firebrand sales rep. He helped me demystify cyber and information assurance courses and was extremely helpful in advising on the booking process, available locations and dates for your course. Thank you"
Jacqui Stevenson, FSO Services. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (29/8/2017 to 1/9/2017)

"The teaching received was first class, will recommend and look to Firebrand for further training."
James Clements, N/A. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (6/6/2016 to 8/6/2016)

"Loved it!!!"
Fiona Linton, Leicestershire Police. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (6/6/2016 to 8/6/2016)

"Professional, thorough, immersive - taught by experts who can bring the content to life!"
Charlie Timblin, IFDS. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (6/6/2016 to 8/6/2016)

"If you need to cram a lot of info into your head in a short time ...Firebrand are experts."
Jonathan Newton Griffiths, Mars Information Services. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (2/9/2015 to 4/9/2015)

"Very good training with Firebrand."
Olu Akinrolabu, Reed Elsevier PLC. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (8/6/2015 to 10/6/2015)

"Enjoyable and hectic course."
Eirik Standal, Nordland Fylkeskommune. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (8/6/2015 to 10/6/2015)

"Enjoyed the fast-paced concentrated learning."
Aled Hughes, NMi Metrology & Gaming Ltd. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (8/6/2015 to 10/6/2015)

"Thoroughly enjoyed my CISA course and felt it was very well delivered and managed, the location & accommodation were very good! I would use Firebrand again for future training."
S.G. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (24/11/2014 to 26/11/2014)

"Course informative Facilities good This will make a difference when i go back to my company."
Barry Burgess, Barclays. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (3/6/2013 to 5/6/2013)

"Helps clear your mind and soak up the knowledge"
Mark Allen, Compass Group. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (3/6/2013 to 5/6/2013)

"I would recommend floowing any firebrand training as it is proffesional and well organised"
Veronique Hautelin, JPMorgan Bank Luxembourg. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (3/6/2013 to 5/6/2013)

"I've completed numerous courses at Firebrand and keep coming back! Firebrand has great campus facilities and learning setup, plus a vast selection of recognized courses and a convenient test facility on site. The endless supply of coffee, drinks, chocolate and fruit helps to keep you going during a hard days learning."
J.S. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (3/12/2012 to 5/12/2012)

"Great course, the instructor was very engaging and not only took us through the course portfolio but also provided personal experience."
Jason Durham, Vodafone UK. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (3/12/2012 to 5/12/2012)

"A good course if you hasve an understanding before hand, But should allow passing of exam"
Mike Gough, Abbott Laboratories. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (19/11/2012 to 21/11/2012)

"Professional, providing an ideal study envioment, fully supported by friendly and helpful staff"
Matthew Mills, Pharm Olam. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (19/11/2012 to 21/11/2012)

"Great instructor superb facilities"
Gareth Hayward, NA. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (19/11/2012 to 21/11/2012)

"Firebrand facilities mean you really can focus on the course. The instructors really know their subject."
P.L. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (5/12/2011 to 7/12/2011)

"Firebrand gave me the confidence and to knowledge to sit the exam."
R.N. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (5/12/2011 to 7/12/2011)

"Punchy, concise, well delivered courses. "
M. A. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (6/6/2011 to 8/6/2011)

"Have gained an in-depth knowledge in Information systems auditing in just 3 days. Materials and presentations tailored to my needs. Fantastic"
P. N. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (23/5/2011 to 25/5/2011)

"Knowledgeable instructor. Good enviroment + excellent materials = Recipe for success!"
P.N. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (24/5/2010 to 26/5/2010)

"My expectations were exceeded and the staff FANTASTIC would definitely recommend."
George Georgiou. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (4/5/2010 to 6/5/2010)

"I liked the hotel"
R.P. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (7/12/2009 to 9/12/2009)

"The instructor and CISA course themselves were very good. Thank you."
Steve Fitzpatrick. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (7/12/2009 to 9/12/2009)

"Intense, long training hours, focused on the topic at hand but highly and thoroughly enjoyable and worth while. Highly recommended!"
Craig Thomas, pioneer investments. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (23/11/2009 to 25/11/2009)

"As an approved training partner of major certification organizations, such as ICS2 and ISACA, global leaders in security programs, and vendors like Microsoft, Firebrand are ideally placed to satisfy most training requirements in comfortable easily accessible facilities. And because of this relationship they have access to the very best instructors whose knowledge expertise and real world experience is second to none."
Tony Richardson, Octree. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (23/11/2009 to 25/11/2009)

"Be prepared to work and you will benefit."
Gordon Caffrey , Atmel. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (23/11/2009 to 25/11/2009)

"I think the CISA course needs to be 5 days long and more practice questions to encourage interaction. The instructor was good and shared experiences. Too many power point slides. Overall i enjoyed learning here"
Michael Peet. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (23/11/2009 to 25/11/2009)

"Being away to study and prepare for the exam was a very good method to concentrate and cleanse the mind ready for the course. "
Ayo Akinkunle, Metronet. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (8/12/2008 to 10/12/2008)

"Although intensive course, helps me to be confident about the exam."
LS. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (8/12/2008 to 10/12/2008)

"A good introduction to the organization. The 3 day CISA course is very intense. Expect to start early and continue well into the evening. "
Stephen Blomley. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (8/12/2008 to 10/12/2008)

"Without a doubt, the 3 day residential gave me the opportunity to focus on the subject and to understand how the exam process works. "
John Adegoke, GroupM. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (24/11/2008 to 26/11/2008)

"Its the third training I do here and was never disappointed. I changed my jobs and girlfriends more frequently. The camp improved, jobs and girfriends rarely do."
Marco Ermini, Vodafone Group Services GMBH. - ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) (4 days) (9/6/2008 to 11/6/2008)

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