Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA®) Certification (2024)

Step 5: Final Exam

After completing the required courses, take the final exam (with a minimum passing grade of 70%) to earn your program certification.

Step 6: Get FMVA® Certified

Congratulations! Upon completion of the program, you will receive a blockchain digital certificate with your new credentials.

• Identify key items on the financial statements and describe the interrelationship between all the components

• Explain the fundamental accounting principles that underly detailed accounting standards

• Identify the key accounting standards commonly encountered by financial analysts and explain the impact on financial statements and financial models

• Utilize the keyboard shortcuts to save time and be more efficient in Excel

• Conduct data analysis using data tables, pivot tables, and other common functions

• Use advanced formulas and functions to enhance the functionality of financial models

• Explain key concepts around capital investments, the capital-raising process, different forms of financing, and the optimal capital structure

• Assess the profitability, efficiency, returns, and value of a business using common financial ratios and analytical tools

• Use key statistical measures to assess trends and relationships within sets of data

• Build a dynamic, logically designed, well structured 3-statement financial model

• Create multi-year forecasts for the income statement, cash flow, and balance sheet

• Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to enhance the robustness of the financial model

• Identify the different valuation methodologies and discuss the pros and cons of each

• Perform a valuation analysis using comparable company and precedent transactions analysis

• Calculate the weighted-average cost of capital and construct a DCF model in Excel

• Apply various forecasting techniques to develop a robust financial forecast

• Track actual performance against budgeted amounts using variance analysis and other techniques

• Analyze the impact of a variance analysis on the financial statements and use the results to improve the budgeting process

• Create insightful dashboards and advance data visualization techniques to communicate the results of financial analysis

• Create aesthetically pleasing and insightful charts, graphs, and tables in Excel

• Design impactful presentations to communicate key messages to a wide variety of audiences

• Differentiate between the different levels of a company’s strategy

• Perform an analysis of external forces and internal competencies and assess the impact on a company’s competitive advantage

• Generate, evaluate and select optimal strategic alternatives and tie these to a company's mission, vision, and goals

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Are CFI courses accredited?

CFI is accredited by the Better Business Bureau® (BBB) to maintain training standards, and by the CPA Institutions in Canada, and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) in the US for CPE credits. You can find more information here.

Will these courses help me advance my career?

Reviews from learners who have taken CFI courses and the FMVA® certification program include numerous stories about how people have been able to advance their careers. There is a proven track record of CFI graduates marking successful transitions into the careers of their dreams and this is based largely on the resources that we make available to our learners upon enrolment. Our training is designed to be fully practical and simulates the experience of being trained as a professional financial analyst. Additionally, we offer a wealth of information through our free career resources. The unique blend of all these elements is what sets us apart from other e-learning platforms when it comes to giving you all the tools you need to create a successful career in finance.

Admission Requirements

All of our certification programs are open to learners and professionals in various industries and levels of experience. Our curriculum is designed to teach what you need to know from basic fundamentals to the advanced practical case studies. To take the courses and complete the exercises, learners will only need access to a PC and/or Mac, Microsoft Suite (2016 or newer), and a stable internet connection.

What is the duration of the program?

It takes an average of 4-6 months to complete the entire program. However, you are given the freedom to complete all of the training at your own pace! Please see the “How the FMVA Program Works” section for recommended study hours for each course to give you a better idea for your time management.

How much time do I have to complete the courses?

Take as much time as you need. You will have access to all courses and all future upgrades in your subscription. You can review the video lessons as many times as you like and complete the courses at a pace that is most convenient for you.

How are the exams conducted?

Can I email the instructor if I have questions regarding the learning materials?

While the courses are designed mainly for self-study, we are happy to provide email assistance for general or technical support inquiries. The Full Immersion bundles include a premium email support function which allows you to communicate directly with in-house experts in the area of study you are focusing on. This is one of the key features that sets the Full Immersion bundle apart and makes it a worthwhile upgrade over the more affordable self-study bundle.

Can I download and edit the course material and templates?

Yes! You can download and edit the Excel models and templates included in your courses. All of the files needed in a course are available for download. Please note that while our study materials can be downloaded, the lecture videos are only available online due to copyright infringement issues.

How do I earn my certificates?

You need to complete all the video lessons, quizzes, and final assessments in each course to earn your course certificates. The certificate will then be available on your learner dashboard and also emailed to you as soon as you have completed all of the requirements.

How long does it take to receive my digital FMVA certification?

As soon as you complete the program! After completing the FMVA® program course requirements and passing the final exam, you can immediately request your digital FMVA® certificate to be emailed to you by submitting your completed program through your learner dashboard.

Can I take more than 3 electives?

Take as many electives as you would like — all our content is available to you in your CFI subscription.

What currency are your courses priced in?

All of our online courses and programs are priced in USD.

What payment methods do you accept?

As this is a recurring payment, we accept all major credit and debit cards including Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. Additionally, We also offer ACH and Wire transfer options exclusively for corporate transactions, though not available for self-service payment. Contact our team for more details.

Are there any additional fees or costs?

None! The program tuition includes everything and there are no additional fees required to earn your digital certification.

More Questions?

You can view more detailed information through our Help Center or simply Email Us and we’ll be happy to answer any of your questions!