Governance, risk & compliance

CISA® Exam Bootcamp

Five-day bootcamp covering all ISACA CISA domains: IS audit, IT governance, systems lifecycle, IT operations, and asset protection. Delivered by practitioners involved in IT audits and standards work. Combines exam practice and structured review for first-attempt readiness.

5 daysExam includedOnline classroomPhysical classroom
2,500+ professionals trained87.6 % pass rate120+ countries600+ organisations
18 May – 22 May
Language
ENFR
LocationLausanne / Morges & Online
Format
Physical classroomOnline classroom
Physical classroom
  • Instructor-led classroom training course
  • Lifetime access to official PECB training course material (PDF)
  • Official PECB online certification exam
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Official PECB certification
  • One free retake exam
Online classroom
  • Instructor-led online live interactive training course
  • Lifetime access to official PECB training course material (PDF)
  • Official PECB online certification exam
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Official PECB certification
  • One free retake exam
13 Jul – 17 Jul
Language
ENFR
LocationLausanne / Morges - Switzerland
Format
Physical classroomOnline classroom
Physical classroom
  • Instructor-led classroom training course
  • Lifetime access to official PECB training course material (PDF)
  • Official PECB online certification exam
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Official PECB certification
  • One free retake exam
Online classroom
  • Instructor-led online live interactive training course
  • Lifetime access to official PECB training course material (PDF)
  • Official PECB online certification exam
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Official PECB certification
  • One free retake exam
14 Sept – 18 Sept
Language
ENFR
LocationLausanne / Morges - Switzerland
Format
Physical classroomOnline classroom
Physical classroom
  • Instructor-led classroom training course
  • Lifetime access to official PECB training course material (PDF)
  • Official PECB online certification exam
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Official PECB certification
  • One free retake exam
Online classroom
  • Instructor-led online live interactive training course
  • Lifetime access to official PECB training course material (PDF)
  • Official PECB online certification exam
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Official PECB certification
  • One free retake exam
9 Nov – 13 Nov
Language
ENFR
LocationLausanne / Morges - Switzerland
Format
Physical classroomOnline classroom
Physical classroom
  • Instructor-led classroom training course
  • Lifetime access to official PECB training course material (PDF)
  • Official PECB online certification exam
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Official PECB certification
  • One free retake exam
Online classroom
  • Instructor-led online live interactive training course
  • Lifetime access to official PECB training course material (PDF)
  • Official PECB online certification exam
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Official PECB certification
  • One free retake exam
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Key takeaways

Apply IT auditing principles aligned with CISA
Assess IT governance and risk management
Evaluate IT controls and operations
Prepare effectively for the CISA exam

Your trainers for this course

Alexis HIRSCHHORN
Alexis HIRSCHHORN

ISO 22301 Lead Implementer · ISO 27001 Lead Implementer · CISSP® Exam Bootcamp · CISM® Exam Bootcamp · ISO 27701 Lead Auditor

Expert in Information and Cyber Security, Cloud Security, Risk Management and Governance Consulting for large multinational corporations, government entities and international organizations Management Systems Certified Lead Auditor

25 years of hands-on experience in information security, cloud cybersecurity, and AI governance. Advisory work with major multinationals, government bodies, and international organizations across multiple countries. Certified ISO 42001 Lead Implementer, CAIP, CISSP®, CISM®, CISA®, and PECB Certifying Auditor. PECB Certified Trainer.
100+ISO 27001 implementations
200+Organisations audited
25+Years of experience
12Certifications
ramesh-pavadepoulle
Ramesh PAVADEPOULLE

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer · ISO 27001 Lead Auditor · CISSP® Exam Bootcamp · CISM® Exam Bootcamp · ISO 27005 Risk Manager

From Design to Run then Improve, I've gathered +15 years of holistic experiences from strategic consulting to operations including entrepreneurship all around the world in the information technology and security management fields. Since 2017, I've been putting this inner wealth in service of outer transmission by training more than 700+ people across 10+ programs over +1500 hours.

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Course Description

CISA® (Certified Information Systems Auditor) is independent and the most prestigious IT auditor’s certification. CISA® program is accredited by ANSI and is recognized on a state level in many countries worldwide.

Our bootcamp will get you ready for the CISA® Exam. We will take you through all the required knowledge you need know on IT Auditing to pass the exam. We will also take you through exams questions to maximize your chance of success.Abilene Academy team members are not just trainers. They audit organizations every day and collaborate to elaboration of international standards and courses.

This is where experience matters.

For more information, refer to: ISACA CISA Certification

    • Explain goals and objectives of IT auditing
    • Plan and perform IT audit activities
    • Evaluate effectiveness of IT internal controls
    • Assess IT governance and risk management practices
    • Review information security and asset protection controls

Professional Testimonials

Had a great experience learning with Abilene Academy, it has been an extremely long time since I have attended an external formal training outside of the business organization I work in. I found this training to be truly beneficial for me to attend. the overall delivery of the course by Henri was superb, he kept us well engage despite having half of the room online and half face to face. The communication from the advisors from the initial enquiry regrading the course up until now has also been great! definitely recommending to my colleagues. Thank you!
TG

Tracey Gillett

Crisis and Operations Management

TUI
Henri and Alexis conducted a focused, intensive four-day ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer Course of immediate relevance to The Global Fund. Participants representing both IT and Risk are now better prepared to design and operationise a corporate ISMS.
AT

Andreas Tamberg

Senior advisors enterprise risk management

The Global Fund
Another stellar training course run by Abilene, thank you for the outstanding organization and logistics. The PECB training material is very rich, well presented with clear explanations and notes.
SB

Simon Baynes

BCMS Manager

MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING COMPANY SA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CISA certification?

CISA is a globally recognized certification for information systems auditors. It validates competence in IT auditing, governance, risk management, and information security.

CISA validates professional competence in IT auditing.

Alexis HIRSCHHORN

ISO 22301 Lead Implementer • ISO 27001 Lead Implementer

CISAIT auditISACAinformation systems auditing

How long is the CISA exam and how is it structured?

The CISA exam lasts four hours and consists of 150 multiple-choice questions. A minimum score of 450 out of 800 is required to pass.

The CISA exam tests audit judgment under time pressure.

Ramesh PAVADEPOULLE

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer • ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

CISA examexam structureexam durationmultiple choice exam

What topics are covered in the CISA domains?

The CISA domains cover IT auditing, IT governance, systems development, IT operations, and information security.

The domains represent the full IT audit lifecycle.

Alexis HIRSCHHORN

ISO 22301 Lead Implementer • ISO 27001 Lead Implementer

CISA domainsIT audit topicsIT governancesystems lifecycle

Who should attend a CISA Exam Bootcamp?

The bootcamp is intended for professionals who plan to sit for the CISA exam. It is suitable for IT auditors, assurance, risk, and compliance professionals.

The bootcamp is focused on exam readiness.

Alexis HIRSCHHORN

ISO 22301 Lead Implementer • ISO 27001 Lead Implementer

CISA bootcampIT auditorsexam candidatesrisk professionals

How is the CISA Exam Bootcamp delivered?

The bootcamp uses interactive instruction, group activities, real-world scenarios, and extensive exam-question practice to reinforce learning.

Practice and interaction drive exam confidence.

Ramesh PAVADEPOULLE

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer • ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

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