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

Written by CFI Team

Published June 30, 2025

Updated July 21, 2025

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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 insights, guide decision-making, and influence outcomes. The FPAP™ program is a modern response to these changing expectations, offering rigorous training in forecasting, budgeting, scenario modeling, and business communication.

“The role of FP&A has evolved significantly to become one of the most exciting, dynamic and in-demand areas of finance,” said CFI’s Co-Founder and CEO, Tim Vipond. “Today’s top FP&A professionals must blend analytical precision with strategic vision. The FPAP™ was purpose-built to deliver that rare combination of skills faster, more effectively, and at a fraction of the cost of any other program available in the market.”

Program Highlights

Comprehensive, job-ready curriculum: 40+ online courses and 2,000+ lessons covering Excel, Power BI, business partnering, and strategic planning.
Flexible format: Self-paced and fully online, with completion in 60–100 hours.
Certification exam: A final assessment with a 70% passing grade, verifying readiness for FP&A roles.
Blockchain-verified credentials: Trusted by employers and shareable on LinkedIn.

In a volatile, data-rich business world, companies need finance professionals who can translate numbers into strategy. The FPAP™ certification addresses this demand by equipping learners with advanced analytical and modeling capabilities, executive-ready communication skills, and a deep understanding of business drivers and performance metrics.

About CFI

Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) is the number one rated online provider of finance and banking training, certifications, and productivity tools. With the industry’s leading training library, CFI empowers professionals and teams with job-ready skills and practical resources to succeed in diverse roles within finance and banking. Established in 2016, CFI is trusted by over 2.8 million individuals and thousands of organizations worldwide.