Description

Course Name: Certified Financial Planning and Analysis Professional

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/M/CFPAP/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) 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 and Analysis (FP&A) Professional course is to equip participants with the knowledge and tools required to lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical functions within an organization. The course covers financial modeling, variance analysis, strategic planning, KPI development, business performance evaluation, and stakeholder reporting.

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 and Analysis: Role and scope of FP&A in organizations, Key responsibilities of an FP&A Manager, Core financial statements and relationships, Overview of financial planning processes, Ethical standards and professional conduct, Tools and technologies used in FP&A.

Module 2: Budgeting and Forecasting Techniques: Types of budgets (operational, capital, cash), Zero-based and rolling forecasting methods, Forecast accuracy and variance analysis, Scenario and sensitivity analysis, Linking strategy to financial plans, Collaboration with business units for planning.

Module 3: Financial Modeling and Data Analysis: Building and structuring financial models, Excel and advanced spreadsheet techniques, Data gathering and validation, Ratio and trend analysis, Business case development, Automation and use of BI tools in analysis.

Module 4: Performance Management and KPI Tracking: Identifying and defining KPIs, Balanced scorecard and dashboards, Variance reporting and root cause analysis, Departmental and company-wide performance reviews, Linking metrics to business strategy, Forecasting performance under uncertainty.

Module 5: Strategic Planning and Decision Support: Long-term financial planning, Capital allocation and investment analysis, Strategic cost management, Supporting M&A and business expansion decisions, Risk and opportunity assessment, Financial storytelling and presentation to stakeholders.

Module 6: Reporting, Compliance, and Communication: Designing effective management reports, Financial reporting standards and compliance, Collaboration with accounting and audit teams, Board and executive-level communication, Tools for visual analytics and dashboards, Best practices in reporting and governance.

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.