Overcoming the CPE Certification Challenge Annual CPE requirements can feel like a never-ending challenge — juggling deadlines and course selections while managing your professional responsibilities. But completing your CPE certificates is more than just checking a box; it’s an opportunity to strengthen your skills and expertise. Continuing Professional Education (CPE) certificates are a must for…
Is CPE Worth It? What You Need to Know You’ve heard about Continuing Professional Education (CPE), but is it worth your time and money? Finance professionals and accountants often need CPE to maintain their certifications, refine expertise, and support career growth. But with the time and financial commitments, it’s natural to wonder if the benefits…
Why CPE in Finance Matters for Your Career Staying competitive in finance requires a commitment to Continuing Professional Education (CPE). Earning CPE credits in finance keeps your skills sharp and expertise current, positioning you for career growth. In this article, we’ll explore the top CPE courses for finance professionals in 2025. From accounting and financial…
What are Bookings? Bookings represent the total value of contractually committed orders received by a company during a specific period. These orders represent promises of future revenue that have yet to be earned since the company still has to fulfill its obligations by providing the promised service. Once the company provides the service, then the bookings will…
Is Your CPE Certification on Track for 2025? With the year winding down, it’s time to ensure your CPE certification is on track for 2025. This checklist gives you everything you need to stay compliant and build valuable skills before year-end. CPE certification, or Continuing Professional Education certification, is a structured way for finance professionals…
What is an Investment Banking Associate? An Investment Banking Associate is a mid-level professional who serves as the critical link between junior analysts and senior bankers. Typically joining after completing an MBA or working 2-3 years as an analyst, these professionals are crucial in executing complex financial transactions such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and…
In the finance industry, three qualifications often stand out for professionals looking to advance their careers: the Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) from CFI, the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), and the Chartered Accountant (CA) designation. Each provides a unique blend of skills, with distinct focuses and career paths. The FMVA offers practical training in…
In this episode of Careers in Finance on FinPod, we welcome back Ashok Manthena, founder of Chatfin.ai and finance analytics expert. Ashok shares insights on how generative AI is impacting finance—from FP&A to tax and treasury—by automating tasks like reconciliation and variance analysis. We discuss how AI is improving data access, enhancing forecasting accuracy, and enabling real-time…
In this episode of What’s New at CFI on FinPod, we discuss operational risk management in banks, breaking down its four main dimensions: people, processes, systems, and external events. Operational risk stands apart from other risks like credit or market risk, affecting banks uniquely due to strict regulatory standards, particularly those outlined in the Basel Accord. We…
