Certified International
Financial Planning and
Analysis (CIFPA)™
Gain the expertise to transform financial data into strategic insights. Earn a globally recognized certification from EIU-Paris.
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CIFPA • Program
Program Overview
Earn an Elite Global FP&A Certification provided through a collaboration between IMA Institute of Management Accountants, USA and HOFT Academy, UAE. The CIFPA Certificate is endorsed and approved by a Prestigious Top-Ranked University EIU Paris.
The aim of this program is to equip finance professionals with the necessary skills, knowledge, and mindset to become effective finance business partners.
Participants will learn to go beyond traditional financial reporting and control roles to become strategic advisors, influencing decision-making processes and contributing to business success.
Who should attend
CFOs and Finance Directors
FP&A Professionals
Financial Analysts
Finance Managers
Credit & Treasury Managers
Financial Controllers
EIU-Paris
Why This Program?
Earn an elite, globally recognized FP&A certification delivered through a strategic collaboration between IMA – Institute of Management Accountants (USA) and HOFT Academy (UAE), and endorsed by the prestigious, top-ranked university EIU-Paris.
This program is designed to equip finance professionals with the advanced skills, analytical capabilities, and strategic mindset required to become effective finance business partners.
You will gain advanced training in financial modeling, AI-driven analytics, and strategic planning, enabling you to move beyond traditional reporting roles and step into a strategic advisory position that influences business decisions and drives organizational success.
Learn directly from expert global finance leaders with real-world industry experience, and unlock exclusive networking opportunities with top finance professionals worldwide.
Meet Your Trainers
DR. MOHAMED ELROUBY, CGMA, ACMA, FPAC, CSCA, OKRP, MBA
Global Finance & Strategy Leader I FP&A Expert I Finance Digitalization
ISLAMSAADANY, MBA
Strategy Expert, MD Forefront Consulting
AHMED GHAZY, CPA, CMA, CISI, CME
Expert in Financial Advisory, Corporate Finance, and Investment Management
Ayman Ramzy, CFM, CMA, FPAC
Strategic Financial Modelling Expert & Advisor
Testimonials
Companies need to be data driven and have
a data strategy numbers have a lot to tell if
presented properly.
Thanks for hoft academy for delivering very
interesting workshop on data storytelling in
finance that enabled me to communicate my
message with impact to my stakeholders.
Cristina Ceccato
CFO, Cultiva O.P, Italy
It was a pleasure for me to attend this most
wonderful educational and professional session.
Which added great professional value to me on
the professional level.
Extend my special thanks to Muhammad Elroubi
and Ahmed Elshami
Karim Hassan
Director of Finance, Thomas Aloqailat Trading company
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aren't exempt from this.
Always a pleasure learning to be a better financial
professional from HOFT.
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Regional FP&A Manager (Mcvitie's&Ulker ) plaids global
Program Curriculum
Module 1
FP&A as a Strategic Business Partner
Module 2
Budgeting & Forecasting
Module 3
Performance Reporting & Analysis
Module 4
Data Storytelling
Module 5
Strategic Planning for the FP&A’s
Module 6
AI for FP&A in practice
Module 7
Data Analytics using Excel & PowerBI for FP&A’s
Module 8
Capital Budgeting and Investment Appraisals
Module 9
Financial Modeling for FP&A’s
FAQ
HOFT Academy is endorsed and approved by the European International University
(EIU-Paris), a prestigious institution in Paris, France. EIU-Paris is accredited by various globally recognized organizations, ensuring that our programs meet international standards of quality. This includes accreditations from the following bodies:
- ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs)
- ATHEA (Association for Transnational Higher Education Accreditation)
- BGA (Business Graduates Association)
- ASIC (Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities)
European International University (EIU-Paris) is ranked among the top #51 business schools in the world by CEO World Magazine 2024, ensuring that HOFT Academy’s programs are delivered with top-tier educational standards. EIU-Paris is also recognized for its commitment to high-quality education with an EXCELLENT rating from QS Stars.
Accreditation ensures that your education meets recognized standards of quality, which increases the credibility of your qualifications. It also ensures that your learning is relevant, up-to-date, and recognized worldwide, especially for those seeking international career opportunities.
Yes, through our affiliation with EIU-Paris and the endorsements of international accreditation bodies like ACBSP, ATHEA, and ASIC, our programs are recognized globally, giving you credentials that are respected in business and finance industries worldwide.
You will receive two certifications upon completion of the program and the assigned project: one from the European International University – Paris, and another Certification of Completion from HOFT Academy.