Description

Course Name: Certified Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Executive

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/BS/CFPAE/V1

Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The objective of the Certified Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Executive course is to equip professionals with advanced knowledge and skills to manage financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis for strategic decision-making. The course focuses on understanding financial statements, performance metrics, variance analysis, scenario planning, and business modeling.

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card (Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Financial Planning & Analysis: Overview of FP&A, Role and responsibilities of an FP&A executive, Key terminology and concepts, Importance of FP&A in business decision-making, FP&A frameworks and models, Trends in financial planning and analysis,

Module 2: Budgeting and Forecasting: Types of budgets and planning methods, Revenue and expense forecasting, Rolling forecasts and scenario planning, Variance analysis and corrective actions, Aligning budgets with strategic objectives, Forecasting tools and techniques,

Module 3: Financial Statement Analysis: Understanding income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, Ratio analysis and key performance indicators (KPIs), Trend and comparative analysis, Profitability and liquidity assessment, Financial statement interpretation for decision-making, Risk assessment from financial statements,

Module 4: Performance Management and Reporting: Measuring financial performance, KPI development and tracking, Management reporting and dashboards, Business unit performance analysis, Operational and financial integration, Reporting for strategic decision-making,

Module 5: Strategic Financial Planning: Long-term financial planning, Capital allocation and investment decisions, Funding strategies and capital structure optimization, Cash flow and liquidity planning, Scenario and sensitivity analysis, Aligning financial plans with corporate strategy,

Module 6: Technology and Tools in FP&A: FP&A software and analytics tools, Automation in planning and reporting, Data visualization and business intelligence, Predictive and prescriptive analytics, Leveraging technology for decision support, Case studies and best practices in FP&A.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

🌍 1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that opens doors across borders. Trusted by employers, respected by institutions, and recognized in over 100 countries.

📜 2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Certified to global ISO standards, our programs deliver excellence, consistency, and a benchmarked learning experience that speaks for itself.

💼 3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhances your resume and increases chances of promotions or job offers.

🤝 4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.

📚 5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.

🔍 6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.

⏳ 7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.