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GAFM Requirements ®

 * Financial Manager Certification Requirements

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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 Masters Degree Degree with courses specific to the Certification.    See Example Lists of Qualifying Degrees
  2. Agree to GAFM Ethical Terms 
  3. Agree to Continuing Education from GAFM MOOC global programs.
  4. 3 Years of Experience
  5. or: Complete Program from any GAFM Approved Provider (or any provider formerly known as AAFM or AAPM)
  6. * Anyone may apply for any certification of GAFM if you have the following: CPA, Accounting Licence, Law Licence, MBA, MS, PhD, DBA,  or JD from an accredited school or organization
  7. A comprehensive quiz under ISO 17024 standards is required for all who seek certification. Please email us to discuss the test. info@gafm.org

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

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 fields such as 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 the prestigious ISO 29993, ISO 21001, and ISO 9001 certifications, validating its commitment to excellence in education, training, and quality management.
The organization holds SIS Sanction, ECLBS, MACCA, and QAHE accreditations and operates under international standards recognized by IAF, IAS, and IOAS.

GAFM® maintains educational alliances and articulation agreements with:

  • ACBSP and 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

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

International Standards Leadership

For over two decades, the 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

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

Trademarked Global Certifications

GAFM® owns several internationally protected trademarks, including:

  • Chartered Wealth Manager® (U.S. Trademark #4553651)

  • Chartered Certified Wealth Manager® (EU Trademark #010772176)

These marks affirm the credibility and global legal protection of GAFM® designations across major professional markets.

Mission and Vision

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

GAFM IBS AAPM holds SiS Certification which is recognized directly by the IAS International Accreditation body and authority in the EU. The IAS International Accreditation Service is recognized by US authorities and in the USA, the IAS is seen on the websites of: US Department of Labor, U.S. GAO Government Accountability Office, EPA, Department of Interior, DOD Department of Defense, Department of Energy, FDA, FEMA, IRS, USAID, Homeland Security, FDA ASCA, IAF, IODE.org, NIH, various state governments and more.

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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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