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Accountants
Accredited Business Accountant/Advisor Certification Description Accreditation from ACAT has a positive impact on practitioners in a variety of ways. Whether you want to raise your salary, earn professional recognition or give yourself a competitive advantage, ACAT is ready to assist and support you in achieving your goals. Certifying Organization Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation http://www.acatcredentials.org/acat/home Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Accredited Business Accountant/Advisor Website
Accredited in Business Valuation Certification Description The AICPA provides specialized access to information, education, tools and support that enhance Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) credential holders' ability to make a genuine difference for their clients and employers. ABV credential holders may brand or position themselves as premier business valuation service providers who differentiate themselves by going beyond the core service of reaching a conclusion of value and creating value for clients through the strategic application of this analysis. Certifying Organization American Institute of Certified Public Accountants http://www.aicpa.org/Pages/Default.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Accredited in Business Valuation Website
Accredited Management Accountant Certifying Organization American Academy of Financial Management http://aafm.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year Accredited Management Accountant Website
Associate in Insurance Accounting and Finance Certification Description With the Institutes' Associate in Insurance Accounting and Finance designation program, you'll build a strong foundation of knowledge in practices, principles, and procedures used to prepare insurer financial statements to comply with the requirements of the NAIC and other regulatory bodies. You'll also gain an overall understanding of how to use the information contained in these statements for management or assessment of insurer performance. Certifying Organization The Institutes http://www.theinstitutes.org/ Certification Details ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Associate in Insurance Accounting and Finance Website
Associate in Premium Auditing Certification Description The Associate in Premium Auditing program provides a sold foundation in essential auditing, accounting, and insurance principles. It will help you produce accurate premium audits that meet high professional and industry standards. After completing the APA program, you'll have in-depth knowledge of insurance operations and regulations, and business and financial analysis. You'll also have in-depth knowledge of premium auditing principles, practices, and procedures. Certifying Organization The Institutes http://www.theinstitutes.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Associate in Premium Auditing Website
Associate in Regulation and Compliance Certification Description By earning the Associate in Regulation and Compliance designation, you will gain a better understanding of the insurance regulatory environment and the effect regulation has on the business of insurance. You will be able to understand the interests of both insurance regulators and those who must comply with insurance regulation. Certifying Organization The Institutes http://www.theinstitutes.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Associate in Regulation and Compliance Website
Associate in Risk Management Certification Description The Insurance Institute of America's newly revised Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation program will teach your employees the practical, relevant skills they need to help manage risk at all levels of your company. Certifying Organization The Institutes http://www.theinstitutes.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Associate in Risk Management Website
Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities Certification Description The Insurance Institute of America's newly revised Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation program will teach your employees the practical, relevant skills they need to help manage risk at all levels of your company. Certifying Organization The Institutes http://www.theinstitutes.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities Website
Associated Professional Member Certification Description Retirement plan professionals holding degrees in law, accounting, actuarial science, financial science, insurance, or related disciplines may qualify to be an Associated Professional Member (APM). Professionals from these disciplines with a minimum of three years experience in retirement plan related matters are qualified to apply for APM memberships. Certifying Organization American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries http://www.asppa.org/ Certification Details ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? No ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Associated Professional Member Website
Certification in Distressed Business Valuation Certification Description The Certification in Distressed Business Valuation (CDBV) is a unique valuation certification program designed to train and accredit professionals who value distressed assets, including distressed and/or bankrupt companies. Certifying Organization Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors https://www.aira.org/ Certification Details ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification in Distressed Business Valuation Website
Certified Bank Auditor Certification Description The purpose of the Certified Bank Auditor (CBA) Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Program is to promote professional development and to provide a means for recognizing CBAs to keep current with industry changes or furthering their own development in banking, technology, auditing, or other disciplines that contribute to a CBA's growth and development. This program is designed to ensure that the skills, knowledge and expertise originally required to become a CBA, are maintained on a continuing basis. Certifying Organization BAI Center for Certification https://www.bai.org/about-bai Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes Certified Bank Auditor Website
Certified Financial Risk Manager Certification Description The FRM program is rigorous and is designed to measure a candidate's grasp of the latest technical and industry knowledge; successful completion of the program signifies a candidate's ability to keep pace with a rapidly changing financial landscape. Certifying Organization Global Association of Risk Professionals http://www.garp.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Financial Risk Manager Website
Certified Financial Services Auditor Certifying Organization Institute of Internal Auditors https://global.theiia.org/Pages/globaliiaHome.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Financial Services Auditor Website
Certified Government Auditing Professional Certifying Organization Institute of Internal Auditors https://global.theiia.org/Pages/globaliiaHome.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Government Auditing Professional Website
Certified Hospitality Accountant Executive Certifying Organization Hospitality Financial & Technology Professionals https://www.hftp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Hospitality Accountant Executive Website
Certified Income Specialist Certification Description The CIS designation program at IBF is an intermediate-to-advanced course on investment concepts, cash reserves, FDIC coverage, utilities, preferreds, bonds, and other income-oriented options that are of concern to your clientele. Certifying Organization Institute of Business & Finance http://icfs.com/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Certified Income Specialist Website
Certified Insolvency and Restructuring Advisor Certification Description Rendering financial advisory service in the business turnaround, restructuring and bankruptcy practice areas requires both special knowledge and relevant experience. In 1992 AIRA established the Certified Insolvency and Restructuring Advisor program to recognize those professionals that demonstrate a high level of competency through not only the completion of a course of study and examination but by providing evidence of comprehensive experience. Certifying Organization Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors https://www.aira.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Insolvency and Restructuring Advisor Website
Certified International Tax Analyst Certifying Organization American Academy of Financial Management http://aafm.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year Certified International Tax Analyst Website
Certified Management Accountant Certification Description The CMA (Certified Management Accountant) is the advanced professional certification specifically designed to measure the accounting and financial management skills that drive business performance. Certifying Organization The Association of Accountants and Financial Professionals in Business https://www.imanet.org/?ssopc=1 Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Management Accountant Website
Certified Outsourcing Specialist: Finance and Accounting Certification Description A COS-F&A is certified to have the knowledge and capabilities necessary to perform tasks and deliver services at a basic entry-level proficiency in the Finance and Accounting domain of the outsourcing industry. Certifying Organization International Association of Outsourcing Professionals https://www.iaop.org/ Certification Details ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Outsourcing Specialist: Finance and Accounting Website
Certified Public Accountant Certification Description Certified Public Accountant candidates must pass a national exam certifiying that they are eligible to be licensed in the state(s) of their choosing. Certifying Organization American Institute of Certified Public Accountants http://www.aicpa.org/Pages/Default.aspx Certification Details ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Certified Public Accountant Website
Certified Revenue Management Executive Certification Description Individuals working in revenue management in the hospitality industry, if they meet the minimum qualifications, can take pursue the Certified Revenue Management Executive certification, offering them a chance to confirm their knowledge, experience, and capabilities in their field. The CRME designation is recognition that you are: A professional in the field of revenue management and clearly conversant with its intricacies and importance; Competent to develop an infrastructure to support revenue management within the framework of an organization; Able to maximize revenue opportunities and optimize profits by managing revenue; Capable of making informed decisions to accept or reject pieces of business to meet overall organizational goals. Proficient at the art and science of revenue management. Certifying Organization Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International http://www.hsmai.org Certification Details ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Certified Revenue Management Executive Website
Certified Risk Manager Certifying Organization The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research http://www.scic.com/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Risk Manager Website
Certified Treasury Professional Certification Description As CTPs, these individuals are prepared to lead the treasury and finance profession in pursuit of excellence, having demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of corporate treasury management. Certifying Organization Association for Financial Professionals http://www.afponline.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Treasury Professional Website
Certified Valuation Analyst Certification Description The primary goal of CVA certification is to provide you with information that will serve as a solid foundation for your professional valuation endeavors, whether or not you plan to pursue a designation. You will also find that a sound mastery of the course contents will be of great assistance to you in your pursuit of an accreditation. Certifying Organization National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts http://www.nacva.com/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Certified Valuation Analyst Website
Forensic Certified Public Accountant Certification Description The Forensic CPA Society was founded July 15, 2005. The purpose of the Society is to promote excellence in the forensic accounting profession. One of the ways the Society has selected to accomplish this is the FCPA certification. This stands for Forensic Certified Public Accountant and the use of this designation will tell the public and the business community that the holder has met certain testing and experience guidelines and is not only a CPA, but has been certified as a forensic accountant. Certifying Organization Forensic CPA Society https://www.fcpas.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No Forensic Certified Public Accountant Website
Management Accountant Certification Certifying Organization Global Academy of Finance & Management http://www.gafm.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Management Accountant Certification Website
Microsoft Excel 2013 Expert Part One Certification Description Candidates should be able to create, manage, and distribute professional spreadsheets for a variety of specialized purposes and situations, and they should know how to customize their Excel environment to meet needs and enhance productivity. Workbook examples include custom business templates, multiple axis financial charts, amortization tables, and inventory schedules. Candidate roles might include accountants, financial analysts, data analysts, commercial bankers, and others. Certifying Organization Microsoft Corporation https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Microsoft Excel 2013 Expert Part One Website
Microsoft Excel 2013 Expert Part Two Certification Description Candidates should be able to create, manage, and distribute professional spreadsheets for a variety of specialized purposes and situations, and they should know how to customize their Excel environment to meet needs and enhance productivity. Workbook examples include custom business templates, multiple axis financial charts, amortization tables, and inventory schedules. Candidate roles might include accountants, financial analysts, data analysts, commercial bankers, and others. Certifying Organization Microsoft Corporation https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Microsoft Excel 2013 Expert Part Two Website
Oracle E-Business Suite R12.1 Receivables Essentials Certification Description The Oracle E-Business Suite R12 Receivables Essentials certification endorses the high-level of IT practitioner expertise in the successful design and implementation of R12 Oracle Receivables and managing the accounts receivables processes. Certifying Organization Oracle Corporation https://www.oracle.com/index.html Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Oracle E-Business Suite R12.1 Receivables Essentials Website
Oracle Fusion Financials 11g Accounts Receivable Certified Implementation Specialist Certification Description The Oracle Fusion Financials 11g Accounts Receivable certification is designed for candidates who possess a strong foundation and expertise implementing and configuring the Fusion Accounts Receivable application. This exam targets the advanced intermediate-level implementation team member. Certifying Organization Oracle Corporation https://www.oracle.com/index.html Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Oracle Fusion Financials 11g Accounts Receivable Certified Implementation Specialist Website
Oracle Hyperion Financial Management 11 Essentials Certification Description The Hyperion Financial Management 11 Essentials certifies the ability of implementation specialists to successfully implement Hyperion applications and products to meet various configurations and business process flows. Certifying Organization Oracle Corporation https://www.oracle.com/index.html Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Oracle Hyperion Financial Management 11 Essentials Website
Personal Financial Specialist Certification Description CPAs who specialize in personal financial planning can earn a specialist's designation, the Personal Financial Specialist (PFS). This designation can only be acquired by CPAs who are AICPA members. Certifying Organization American Institute of Certified Public Accountants http://www.aicpa.org/Pages/Default.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Personal Financial Specialist Website
Registered Business Analyst Certifying Organization American Academy of Financial Management http://aafm.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year Registered Business Analyst Website

Accountants

Certification Description
Accreditation from ACAT has a positive impact on practitioners in a variety of ways. Whether you want to raise your salary, earn professional recognition or give yourself a competitive advantage, ACAT is ready to assist and support you in achieving your goals.

Certifying Organization
Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation
http://www.acatcredentials.org/acat/home

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Accredited Business Accountant/Advisor Website

Accredited in Business Valuation

Certification Description
The AICPA provides specialized access to information, education, tools and support that enhance Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) credential holders' ability to make a genuine difference for their clients and employers. ABV credential holders may brand or position themselves as premier business valuation service providers who differentiate themselves by going beyond the core service of reaching a conclusion of value and creating value for clients through the strategic application of this analysis.

Certifying Organization
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
http://www.aicpa.org/Pages/Default.aspx

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Accredited in Business Valuation Website

Accredited Management Accountant

Certifying Organization
American Academy of Financial Management
http://aafm.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year

Accredited Management Accountant Website

Associate in Insurance Accounting and Finance

Certification Description
With the Institutes' Associate in Insurance Accounting and Finance designation program, you'll build a strong foundation of knowledge in practices, principles, and procedures used to prepare insurer financial statements to comply with the requirements of the NAIC and other regulatory bodies. You'll also gain an overall understanding of how to use the information contained in these statements for management or assessment of insurer performance.

Certifying Organization
The Institutes
http://www.theinstitutes.org/

Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Associate in Insurance Accounting and Finance Website

Associate in Premium Auditing

Certification Description
The Associate in Premium Auditing program provides a sold foundation in essential auditing, accounting, and insurance principles. It will help you produce accurate premium audits that meet high professional and industry standards. After completing the APA program, you'll have in-depth knowledge of insurance operations and regulations, and business and financial analysis. You'll also have in-depth knowledge of premium auditing principles, practices, and procedures.

Certifying Organization
The Institutes
http://www.theinstitutes.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Associate in Premium Auditing Website

Associate in Regulation and Compliance

Certification Description
By earning the Associate in Regulation and Compliance designation, you will gain a better understanding of the insurance regulatory environment and the effect regulation has on the business of insurance. You will be able to understand the interests of both insurance regulators and those who must comply with insurance regulation.

Certifying Organization
The Institutes
http://www.theinstitutes.org/

Associate in Regulation and Compliance Website

Associate in Risk Management

Certification Description
The Insurance Institute of America's newly revised Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation program will teach your employees the practical, relevant skills they need to help manage risk at all levels of your company.

Certifying Organization
The Institutes
http://www.theinstitutes.org/

Associate in Risk Management Website

Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities

Certifying Organization
The Institutes
http://www.theinstitutes.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities Website

Associated Professional Member

Certification Description
Retirement plan professionals holding degrees in law, accounting, actuarial science, financial science, insurance, or related disciplines may qualify to be an Associated Professional Member (APM). Professionals from these disciplines with a minimum of three years experience in retirement plan related matters are qualified to apply for APM memberships.

Certifying Organization
American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries
http://www.asppa.org/

Certification Details
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? No
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Associated Professional Member Website

Certification in Distressed Business Valuation

Certification Description
The Certification in Distressed Business Valuation (CDBV) is a unique valuation certification program designed to train and accredit professionals who value distressed assets, including distressed and/or bankrupt companies.

Certifying Organization
Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors
https://www.aira.org/

Certification Details
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Distressed Business Valuation Website

Certified Bank Auditor

Certification Description
The purpose of the Certified Bank Auditor (CBA) Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Program is to promote professional development and to provide a means for recognizing CBAs to keep current with industry changes or furthering their own development in banking, technology, auditing, or other disciplines that contribute to a CBA's growth and development. This program is designed to ensure that the skills, knowledge and expertise originally required to become a CBA, are maintained on a continuing basis.

Certifying Organization
BAI Center for Certification
https://www.bai.org/about-bai

Certified Bank Auditor Website

Certified Financial Risk Manager

Certification Description
The FRM program is rigorous and is designed to measure a candidate's grasp of the latest technical and industry knowledge; successful completion of the program signifies a candidate's ability to keep pace with a rapidly changing financial landscape.

Certifying Organization
Global Association of Risk Professionals
http://www.garp.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Financial Risk Manager Website

Certified Financial Services Auditor

Certifying Organization
Institute of Internal Auditors
https://global.theiia.org/Pages/globaliiaHome.aspx

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Financial Services Auditor Website

Certified Government Auditing Professional

Certifying Organization
Institute of Internal Auditors
https://global.theiia.org/Pages/globaliiaHome.aspx

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Government Auditing Professional Website

Certified Hospitality Accountant Executive

Certifying Organization
Hospitality Financial & Technology Professionals
https://www.hftp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Hospitality Accountant Executive Website

Certified Income Specialist

Certification Description
The CIS designation program at IBF is an intermediate-to-advanced course on investment concepts, cash reserves, FDIC coverage, utilities, preferreds, bonds, and other income-oriented options that are of concern to your clientele.

Certifying Organization
Institute of Business & Finance
http://icfs.com/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Certified Income Specialist Website

Certified Insolvency and Restructuring Advisor

Certification Description
Rendering financial advisory service in the business turnaround, restructuring and bankruptcy practice areas requires both special knowledge and relevant experience. In 1992 AIRA established the Certified Insolvency and Restructuring Advisor program to recognize those professionals that demonstrate a high level of competency through not only the completion of a course of study and examination but by providing evidence of comprehensive experience.

Certifying Organization
Association of Insolvency and Restructuring Advisors
https://www.aira.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Insolvency and Restructuring Advisor Website

Certified International Tax Analyst

Certifying Organization
American Academy of Financial Management
http://aafm.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year

Certified International Tax Analyst Website

Certified Management Accountant

Certification Description
The CMA (Certified Management Accountant) is the advanced professional certification specifically designed to measure the accounting and financial management skills that drive business performance.

Certifying Organization
The Association of Accountants and Financial Professionals in Business
https://www.imanet.org/?ssopc=1

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Management Accountant Website

Certified Outsourcing Specialist: Finance and Accounting

Certification Description
A COS-F&A is certified to have the knowledge and capabilities necessary to perform tasks and deliver services at a basic entry-level proficiency in the Finance and Accounting domain of the outsourcing industry.

Certifying Organization
International Association of Outsourcing Professionals
https://www.iaop.org/

Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Outsourcing Specialist: Finance and Accounting Website

Certified Public Accountant

Certification Description
Certified Public Accountant candidates must pass a national exam certifiying that they are eligible to be licensed in the state(s) of their choosing.

Certifying Organization
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
http://www.aicpa.org/Pages/Default.aspx

Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Certified Public Accountant Website

Certified Revenue Management Executive

Certification Description
Individuals working in revenue management in the hospitality industry, if they meet the minimum qualifications, can take pursue the Certified Revenue Management Executive certification, offering them a chance to confirm their knowledge, experience, and capabilities in their field. The CRME designation is recognition that you are: A professional in the field of revenue management and clearly conversant with its intricacies and importance; Competent to develop an infrastructure to support revenue management within the framework of an organization; Able to maximize revenue opportunities and optimize profits by managing revenue; Capable of making informed decisions to accept or reject pieces of business to meet overall organizational goals. Proficient at the art and science of revenue management.

Certifying Organization
Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International
http://www.hsmai.org

Certification Details
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Certified Revenue Management Executive Website

Certified Risk Manager

Certifying Organization
The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research
http://www.scic.com/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Risk Manager Website

Certified Treasury Professional

Certification Description
As CTPs, these individuals are prepared to lead the treasury and finance profession in pursuit of excellence, having demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of corporate treasury management.

Certifying Organization
Association for Financial Professionals
http://www.afponline.org/

Certified Treasury Professional Website

Certified Valuation Analyst

Certification Description
The primary goal of CVA certification is to provide you with information that will serve as a solid foundation for your professional valuation endeavors, whether or not you plan to pursue a designation. You will also find that a sound mastery of the course contents will be of great assistance to you in your pursuit of an accreditation.

Certifying Organization
National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts
http://www.nacva.com/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Certified Valuation Analyst Website

Forensic Certified Public Accountant

Certification Description
The Forensic CPA Society was founded July 15, 2005. The purpose of the Society is to promote excellence in the forensic accounting profession. One of the ways the Society has selected to accomplish this is the FCPA certification. This stands for Forensic Certified Public Accountant and the use of this designation will tell the public and the business community that the holder has met certain testing and experience guidelines and is not only a CPA, but has been certified as a forensic accountant.

Certifying Organization
Forensic CPA Society
https://www.fcpas.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No

Forensic Certified Public Accountant Website

Management Accountant Certification

Certifying Organization
Global Academy of Finance & Management
http://www.gafm.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Management Accountant Certification Website

Microsoft Excel 2013 Expert Part One

Certification Description
Candidates should be able to create, manage, and distribute professional spreadsheets for a variety of specialized purposes and situations, and they should know how to customize their Excel environment to meet needs and enhance productivity. Workbook examples include custom business templates, multiple axis financial charts, amortization tables, and inventory schedules. Candidate roles might include accountants, financial analysts, data analysts, commercial bankers, and others.

Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Microsoft Excel 2013 Expert Part One Website

Microsoft Excel 2013 Expert Part Two

Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Microsoft Excel 2013 Expert Part Two Website

Oracle E-Business Suite R12.1 Receivables Essentials

Certification Description
The Oracle E-Business Suite R12 Receivables Essentials certification endorses the high-level of IT practitioner expertise in the successful design and implementation of R12 Oracle Receivables and managing the accounts receivables processes.

Certifying Organization
Oracle Corporation
https://www.oracle.com/index.html

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Oracle E-Business Suite R12.1 Receivables Essentials Website

Oracle Fusion Financials 11g Accounts Receivable Certified Implementation Specialist

Certification Description
The Oracle Fusion Financials 11g Accounts Receivable certification is designed for candidates who possess a strong foundation and expertise implementing and configuring the Fusion Accounts Receivable application. This exam targets the advanced intermediate-level implementation team member.

Certifying Organization
Oracle Corporation
https://www.oracle.com/index.html

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Oracle Fusion Financials 11g Accounts Receivable Certified Implementation Specialist Website

Oracle Hyperion Financial Management 11 Essentials

Certification Description
The Hyperion Financial Management 11 Essentials certifies the ability of implementation specialists to successfully implement Hyperion applications and products to meet various configurations and business process flows.

Certifying Organization
Oracle Corporation
https://www.oracle.com/index.html

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Oracle Hyperion Financial Management 11 Essentials Website

Personal Financial Specialist

Certification Description
CPAs who specialize in personal financial planning can earn a specialist's designation, the Personal Financial Specialist (PFS). This designation can only be acquired by CPAs who are AICPA members.

Certifying Organization
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
http://www.aicpa.org/Pages/Default.aspx

Personal Financial Specialist Website

Registered Business Analyst

Certifying Organization
American Academy of Financial Management
http://aafm.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year

Registered Business Analyst Website

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