Certified Financial Consultant® Program

Course Objective

The Certified Financial Consultant® (CFC) designation is awarded after a one-day classroom program designed for ambitious individuals aiming to advance their careers in key financial domains. The Academy of Finance and Management (AFMA) in Bangladesh is an approved institution authorized by the Institute of Financial Consultants to offer CFC® courses. Upon successfully completing the course, students can apply for membership with the Institute of Financial Consultants, benefiting from a special discounted rate on membership fees. After completion of the courses participants has an option to get Certificate in Business Valuation from ISMF USA by paying certification fee.

Eligibility to join the course

♦ Must have a Master’s degree in Commerce/ Economics and ♦ a minimum of 3 years of job experience.

The CFC® is a one-day, specialized program focusing on the financial health of companies. This course helps participants understand the role of a business valuation consultant, including how to conduct formal valuations for compliance and regulatory purposes, and manage projects effectively. Business valuation professionals assist individuals and corporations in calculating the net worth of their businesses and provide financial data to support well-informed business decisions. In addition to having excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making skills, these professionals must be adept at interpreting complex financial statements and figures.

Class Mode	Course Duration/Hour	No of Classes	No of Exams	Registration & Exam Fee	CFC Membership Fee
Physical Class Room	8 Hour	1 Day (6-7 Hour)	1 Case Study	Tk. 7,500 (including exam fee $35)	U$ 160 (Regular U$ 480)

From Institute of Financial Consultant (IFC) Canada. Chartered federally under Letters Patent granted by the Government of Canada, Chartered under the Laws of the State of Delaware USA.

The advantages of certification for higher visibility, opportunities, and jobs.	Certification can lead to better visibility, opportunities, and jobs. In today’s increasingly complex and highly specialized economy, credentials are so important. Sure, you know you’ve got the skills to do the job, but how do you convince potential customers and employers you do? For many career-minded professionals, certification is often the answer.
Potential benefits to the Field	♦ Standardizes practices and/or standards within an industry ♦ Advances the specialty/field ♦ Increases cooperation between organizations in the same discipline ♦ Provides a means for an industry to self-regulate
Potential benefits to those with current Certification	♦ Grants recognition of knowledge and skills by a third party ♦ Enhances professional reputation Provides personal accomplishment ♦ Supports continued professional development ♦ Demonstrates a high level of commitment to the field of practice ♦ Demonstrates a specific level of knowledge and skill Increases opportunities for career advancement and/or increased earnings ♦ Can validate skills and knowledge ♦ Could communicate credibility ♦ Serves as a differentiator in a competitive job market
Potential Benefits to Employers	♦ Improves customer satisfaction Increases competence level of employees ♦ Useful in making employment decisions ♦ Provides professional development opportunities for employees ♦ Ongoing enhancement of knowledge and skills Increases confidence in employees’ abilities ♦ Demonstrates employers a commitment to competence ♦ Could provide means to establish and enforce an ethical code ♦ Can provide compliance with industry regulation/ government requirements Increases safety
Potential Benefits to the Public	♦ Standardizes practice and/or standards within an industry ♦ Advances the specialty/field and increases cooperation between organizations in the same discipline ♦ Provides a means for an industry to self-regulate ♦ Helps in identifying qualified service providers Increases confidence in service providers Provides a disciplinary process to follow in case of complaints