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There is an increasing awareness of the importance of trusted information sources and the competencies of those individuals entrusted with accounting and financial management responsibilities. One means of differentiating your abilities and awareness of ethical conduct in the primary and related areas of accounting and financial management is through the attainment of appropriate certifications. As UMUC accounting and/or financial management students, you are encouraged to plan for the future by identifying and earning the portfolio of certifications available to assist you in attaining your career and personal goals.
Accredited Automated Clearing House Professional (AAP):
North American Clearing House Association (NACHA)Recognizes professionals for their understanding and knowledge of the ACH network and the payments industry.
Accredited Valuation Analyst (AVA):
National Association of Valuation AnalystsDesignation demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of a non-CPA to perform valuation services.
Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA):
The Institute of Internal AuditorsHolders of designation have demonstrated proficiency with risk and control models.
Certified Bank Auditor (CBA):
Bank Administration InstituteDesignation shows professional competency in bank-specific areas of accounting, auditing, banking laws and regulations, and general business.
Certified Financial Examiner (CFEx):
Society of Financial ExaminersDesignation is directed at professionals in the following industries: Insurance, Financial Institutions-Banking, or Financial Institutions-Credit Unions.
Certified Financial Planner (CFP):
The Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, IncThe most recognized financial planning certification in the world for professionals providing financial planning services to clients.
Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA):
The Institute of Internal AuditorsDesignation certifies holder's knowledge in audit principles and practices in the banking and financial services industries.
Certified Forensic Accountant (Cr.FA):
The American College of Forensic ExaminersDemonstrates the holder's competence to provide professional forensic accounting services.
Certified Forensic Financial Analyst (CFFA):
National Association of Valuation AnalystsDemonstrates the holder's competence to provide professional forensic financial litigation support.
Certified Fraud Deterrence Analyst (CFD):
National Association of Valuation AnalystsDemonstrates the holder's skills and knowledge to help businesses deter fraud in the workplace.
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE):
Association of Certified Fraud ExaminersDesignation certifies the attainment of leading edge knowledge, experience and education in the detection of financial fraud.
Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP):
The Institute of Internal AuditorsCertification distinguishes leaders in public sector internal auditing."
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM):
Association of Government AccountantsPremier certification for Federal, State and Local analysts and financial managers.
Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP):
Healthcare Financial Management AssociationDesignation shows commitment to professional development as a financial professional within the health care field.
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM):
Information Systems Audit & Control Association (ISACA)Designation demonstrates both conceptual and practical knowledge about managing, designing, overseeing and assessing a company's information security.
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA):
Information Systems Audit & Control Association (ISACA)Globally accepted standard of achievement in the information systems audit, control and security field.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA):
The Institute of Internal AuditorsGlobally recognized designation, reflecting holder's competence in the practices of internal auditing.
Certified Management Accountant/Certified Financial Manager (CMA/CFM):
Institute of Management AccountantsDesignation designed to recognize the unique qualifications and expertise of those professionals engaged in management accounting and financial management.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA):
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsPremier certification in US that enables an individual to be recognized as an accounting professional and to perform audits.
CPA/Accredited in Business Valuation (CPA/ABV):
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsDesignation from the AICPA allows the holder to position themselves as a CPA who is a premier business valuation service provider.
CPA/Certified Information Technology Professional (CPA/CITP):
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsDesignation certifies a CPA's business and technology skills.
CPA/Personal Financial Specialist (CPA/PFS):
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsCertification for CPA's with focused knowledge and skills in financial planning for individuals.
Certified Risk Professional (CRP):
Bank Administration InstituteDesignation shows holder's professional dedication to risk management in the financial services area.
Certified Treasury Professional (CTP):
Association for Financial ProfessionalsDesignation replaces the Certified Cash Manager (CCM), recognizing the expanded role of financial professionals.
Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA):
National Association of Valuation AnalystsCertification for financial professionals who have also focused knowledge and skills in business valuation.
Chartered Asset Manager (CAM):
American Academy of Financial ManagementCertifies holder's credentials in the field of personal financial planning and asset management.
Chartered Economist-Economic Policy Analyst (Ch.E):
American Academy of Financial ManagementDemonstrates education and experience in economic and monetary analysis.
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA):
CFA InstituteGlobally recognized standard for measuring the competence and integrity of financial analysts.
Chartered Market Analyst (CMA):
American Academy of Financial ManagementCombined accounting-financial management credential primarily for those who manage significant assets or act as analysts in the financial world.
Chartered Portfolio Manager (CPM):
American Academy of Financial ManagementCertification for personal financial advisors and those with the objective of working with pension and mutual funds.
Chartered Trust and Estate Planner (CTEP):
American Academy of Financial ManagementCertifies holder's credentials in the trust and estate planning field.
Chartered Wealth Manager (CWM):
American Academy of Financial ManagementCertifies holder's credentials in the personal financial advisor field.
Enrolled Agent (EA):
Internal Revenue ServiceAn enrolled agent has earned the privilege of representing taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service without becoming an attorney or CPA.
Financial Risk Manager (FRM):
Global Association of Risk ProfessionalsDesignation demonstrates holder's knowledge and skills in assessing and controlling financial risk.
Master Financial Manager (MFM):
American Academy of Financial ManagementDesignation certifies holder's attainment of a high level of knowledge, experience and education in the corporate finance field.
Master Financial Professional (MFP):
American Academy of Financial ManagementCertifies holder's attainment of a high level of knowledge, experience and education in accounting and/or financial management.
Registered Business Analyst (RBA):
American Academy of Financial ManagementCertifies holder's attainment of a high level of knowledge, experience and education in the corporate finance field.