Certification Candidate Handbook

Take the first step towards earning the Certified Corporate FP&A Professional credential. Get started by downloading the Certification Candidate Handbook, the complete guide to the Certified Corporate FP&A Professional credential and certification process.

Table of Contents:

  • Program Entrance Requirements
  • Exam Format
  • Test Locations/Dates/Fees
  • Exam Preparation
  • Maintaining Your Credential
Download the Certification Candidate Handbook

Program Entrance Requirements 

Before you enroll in the FPAC program and register your exam parts, you must meet certain entrance requirements – find out if you are eligible.  


Exam Format

The FPAC exam is a two-part examination. Learn more about:  

  • Test Development  
  • Job Analysis 
  • Test Specifications and Knowledge Domains 
  • The FPAC Exam 

Test Locations/Dates/Fees 

The exam is offered in two 60-day testing windows and candidates may choose any available window when registering for the exam. The exam is a proctored computer-based examination with more than 5,000 testing centers in cities worldwide – learn more by downloading the handbook.  


Exam Preparation  

Find out ways to better prepare for the FPAC exam including: 

  • FPAC Exam Prep Platform – the #1 study resource for the exam  
  • Other Study Resources – including webinars, sample test questions and prep guide and an FPAC Exam Prep community on Collaborate

  • Download the Certification Candidate Handbook