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GAFM Certification Requirements ®

* Financial Manager Certification Requirements

The Academy maintains the highest standards in the industry. Here are the requirements:

  1. Complete a GAFM ISO 21001 Accredited Training Course with a Provider or have an earned Qualifying Master’s Degree with courses specific to the certification. See: Qualifying Degrees 
  2. Agree to the GAFM Ethical Terms 
  3. Agree to Continuing Education from GAFM MOOC global programs.
  4. 3 Years of Professional Experience
  5. OR: Complete a program from any GAFM Approved Provider (or any provider formerly known as AAFM or AAPM)
  6. * Anyone may apply for GAFM certification if you have: CPA, Accounting License, Law License, MBA, MS, PhD, DBA, or JD from an accredited school.
  7. A comprehensive quiz under ISO 17024 standards is required for all who seek certification. Email us to discuss testing: info@gafm.org 

* Those who complete a qualified degree and assessment program are exempt from further examination.

As seen in the guides for the: U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration

About the GAFM® Global Academy of Finance and Management® Recognitions & Accreditation

GAFM® – The Global Standard in Financial and Management Certification

The Global Academy of Finance and Management® (GAFM®) and its International Board of Standards (IBS) are among the world’s most accredited certifying bodies for finance, management, and business professionals. With members in over 150 countries, GAFM® provides globally recognized board certifications in Wealth Management, Financial Analysis, Project Management, Accounting, Risk, Taxation, Consulting, and Leadership.

Global Accreditation & Recognition

GAFM® is the first U.S. certifying body to achieve ISO 29993, ISO 21001, and ISO 9001—the highest global standards for education, quality, and training. It also holds SIS Sanction, ECLBS, MACCA, QAHE accreditations and operates under international standards recognized by IAF, IAS, IOAS.

GAFM® maintains educational alliances with:

  • ACBSP & AACSB accredited business schools
  • ECLBS – European Council of Leading Business Schools 
  • QAHE – Quality Assurance in Higher Education 
  • MACCA – Mercosur Accreditation Agency 
  • Arab Academy (AAMBFS), a United Nations–recognized institution
  • India Government for Select Certifications in Finance
  • China Government for Select Certifications in Management and Finance
  • Indonesia Government Ministry for Certifications in Finance and Management

The U.S. Department of Labor O*NET Registry lists over 20 GAFM® certifications, including: Chartered Wealth Manager®, Master Project Manager®, Accredited Financial Analyst®, Certified Risk Analyst®, and Certified International Tax Analyst®.

International Standards Leadership

For over two decades, IBS/GAFM has supported CHEQS, ACBSP, and AACSB business school standards, aligning graduate education with professional certification pathways. GAFM® is also a member of the Academic Council on the United Nations System, the U.S. Department of Labor Registry, and the United Nations Civil Society Organization (ID #691621).

Commitment to Quality and Global Ethics

With its ISO-certified management systems, GAFM® upholds global benchmarks of academic and professional integrity. Its certifications are recognized by international quality networks including ASTM International, ECLBS, and the European Union Transparency Registry.

Trademarked Global Certifications

GAFM® owns internationally protected certification trademarks:

  • Chartered Wealth Manager ® – U.S. Trademark #4553651 
  • Chartered Certified Wealth Manager® – EU Trademark #010772176 

These marks affirm the credibility and legal protection of GAFM® certifications worldwide.

Mission and Vision

GAFM Ⓡ̃ advances global standards in business and finance education through innovation, ethics, and excellence. Its mission is to empower professionals and institutions with globally recognized certifications that elevate competence, trust, and leadership in international markets.

GAFM IBS AAPM holds SIS Certification recognized directly by the International Accreditation Service (IAS). IAS is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor, GAO, EPA, DOD, DOE, FDA, FEMA, IRS, USAID, Homeland Security, NIH, and many others.

About GAFM

  

 The GAFM International Board of Standards is SIS Sanctioned &  QAHE ECLBS MACCA Accredited and ISO Certified for Quality and ISO 21001 Certified for Training Standards with ISO 29993 Certification backed by IAOS Accreditation

 

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