Description
What makes the EFFAS Certified Financial Manager (ECFM)® distinctive?
The EFFAS Certified Financial Manager (ECFM)® programme is a comprehensive certification that offers candidates a deep dive into the fundamental and advanced principles of financial management, including:
- Financial Statement Analysis: A thorough understanding of financial statements, including cash flow statements, with the ability to analyse a company’s assets, liabilities, profits, losses, and overall profitability.
- IFRS Mastery: Detailed knowledge of classification, measurement, and disclosure requirements under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), ensuring compliance with global accounting standards.
- Macroeconomic Insights: An in-depth exploration of macroeconomics, macro dynamics, international economics, and the functioning of global financial markets, equipping participants with the knowledge to navigate complex economic environments.
- Finance Decision-Making: A strong foundation in making informed financial decisions, with emphasis on capital structure, dividend policy, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and international capital budgeting.
- Stock Valuation Models: Key principles and methods for valuing stocks, including discounted cash flow models, dividend discount models, and relative valuation
approaches such as Price-to-Earnings (P/E) and Price-to-Book (P/B) ratios.
This programme provides candidates with knowledge that goes beyond typical financial qualifications by focusing on areas of financial analysis and strategic decision-making that are essential for success in today’s global financial markets.
Who is the EFFAS Certified Financial Manager (ECFM)® Programme for?
The ECFM® programme is aimed at professionals looking to elevate their expertise in:
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- Asset Management
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- Corporate Finance
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- Pension Fund Management
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- Wealth Management
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- Treasury Management
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- Financial Journalism
It is ideal for professionals already working in the investment or financial sectors who are seeking advanced qualifications to boost their skills in financial analysis and corporate finance.
