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Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) Launches Financial Planning & Analysis Professional (FPAP™) Certification

June 30, 2025 — Corporate Finance Institute (CFI), the global leader in practical finance education, has officially launched the Financial Planning & Analysis Professional (FPAP™) certification—designed to meet growing industry demand for strategic, data-driven finance professionals. As finance teams increasingly serve as strategic business partners, FP&A professionals are expected to move beyond reporting to deliver…

Corporate Finance Explained | Corporate Dividend Policy: Payouts and Reinvestment

How Do Companies Decide Between Paying Dividends and Reinvesting Profits? In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we break down the key considerations behind corporate dividend policy and why it’s such a powerful tool for shaping investor sentiment and long-term strategy. Transcript Welcome to the Deep Dive. Yeah, welcome, everybody. Today, we’re going to tackle…

Corporate Finance Explained | Corporate Restructuring: Spin-Offs and Value Creation

Why Do Companies Spin Off Parts of Their Business, and How Does It Create Shareholder Value? In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we explore the core strategies behind corporate restructuring, including spin-offs, carve-outs, and divestitures. Transcript Okay, so you’re listening to the Deep Dive, and we’re really glad you’re here. Yeah, thanks for joining…

7 Common FP&A Reports Every New Analyst Should Know

FP&A reports drive internal decision-making at every level of a business. For anyone aiming to break into FP&A, these are the reports you’ll encounter in an FP&A role. They help leadership stay on top of performance, manage budgets, and adjust strategies in real time. This guide breaks down the most common reports in FP&A. You’ll…

What’s New at CFI | Forecasting Techniques

In this episode of What’s New at CFI on FinPod, we spotlight CFI’s new course “Forecasting Techniques” with expert instructor Duncan McKeen. If you’ve ever wanted a clear breakdown of how forecasting actually works inside a company, this conversation walks through the course’s learning objectives with practical context, examples, and insights into corporate best practices….

Corporate Finance vs. Corporate Development: What’s the Difference?

Corporate finance or corporate development? Both paths offer respected careers in business, but they tend to come at different stages of a professional journey. Once you understand how the two paths differ and how one can lead to the other, it’s easier to plan your next move with confidence. What Makes Corporate Finance and Corporate…

Corporate Finance Explained | Corporate Treasury: Liquidity, Risk, and Capital Allocation

How Does the Treasury Team Impact Corporate Strategy? In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we break down the critical role of the corporate treasury function, including liquidity management, financial risk mitigation, and capital allocation. Whether you’re in FP&A, corporate strategy, or financial leadership, this episode will give you the insights you need to better…

Member Spotlight | Judith Singh

In this episode of Member Spotlight on FinPod, UK-based finance professional Judith Singh, FCCA, CFM, FMVA, shares her inspiring path to success without a university degree. From passing all her ACCA exams by age 20 to mastering project accounting, budgeting, and financial modeling, Judith reveals how curiosity, resilience, and lifelong learning fueled her growth in…

Python If, Else, and For Loops with Examples

Why Python Conditional Logic Matters in Finance Conditional logic is at the heart of almost every financial workflow. It refers to conditional rules like “if this is true, then do that.” This kind of logic appears often in financial modeling, such as flagging companies with declining margins or applying valuation multiples only when earnings growth…

How to Move From Accounting to FP&A: Your Career Transition Roadmap

If you work in accounting and are considering a move to FP&A, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common and achievable transitions in finance. FP&A opens doors to more strategic and dynamic work while accelerating your path toward finance leadership roles. This guide provides practical strategies to pivot to FP&A successfully. You’ll discover…

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