Corporate Finance Institute Earns Accreditation from The London Institute of Banking & Finance
February 2025 – Corporate Finance Institute (CFI), the #1 rated online provider of finance and banking training, has announced that its six certification programs have been officially accredited by LIBF (formerly known as The London Institute of Banking & Finance), a globally-respected higher education institution with a long-standing legacy in banking and financial education.
This prestigious accreditation reinforces CFI’s commitment to delivering world-class financial training and further enhances the recognition of its certification programs. Finance professionals, students, and organizations worldwide will benefit from this acknowledgment of accreditation by LIBF, ensuring that CFI’s training programs meet the highest standards of excellence and industry relevance.
“We are pleased to receive accreditation from LIBF, a globally-recognized authority in banking and finance education,” said CFI CEO Anna Talerico. “This milestone affirms the quality and impact of our programs, empowering learners with confidence in the value of their CFI certifications as they advance their careers.”
LIBF’s accreditation validates CFI’s rigorous curriculum in financial modeling, valuation, corporate finance, and investment banking, ensuring that learners acquire the practical skills and knowledge demanded by the finance and banking industry. The six certification programs accredited comprise: Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA)®, Capital Markets & Securities Analyst (CMSA)®, Commercial Banking & Credit Analyst (CBCA)®, Business Intelligence & Data Analyst (BIDA)®, Financial Planning & Wealth Management Professional (FPWMP)™, and FinTech Industry Professional (FTIP)™.
John Somerville, Director of Financial Services at LIBF, said: “To receive accreditation from LIBF, providers have to provide assurances that they meet the highest standards of teaching and learning outcomes. CFI shares our goals to provide high-quality, accessible financial and banking training to support people to start or grow their careers. We’re proud to work with them to accredit these six programs.”
About Corporate Finance Institute (CFI):
Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) is the #1 rated online provider of finance and banking training and productivity tools. Established in 2016, CFI is the go-to resource for over 2 million individuals and thousands of organizations worldwide. To learn more about CFI’s certifications and training programs, visit www.corporatefinanceinstitute.com.
About LIBF:
Since its foundation in 1879 to support the banking and finance sector, LIBF has been at the forefront of providing world-class education and training. Today, LIBF qualifications equip students round the world with the skills they need for successful careers. It is one of only a few professional bodies in the world to have Taught Degree Awarding Powers and is an innovator in distance learning and online degrees.
With a focus on vocational training, LIBF delivers a broad range of qualifications and programmes to support individuals at each stage of their careers – from entry-level to advanced professional qualifications. Since 2023, LIBF has been part of IU Group, Europe’s largest edtech company and proprietor of Germany’s largest university, IU International University of Applied Science, as well as the University of Fredericton in Canada. Further information at: www.libf.ac.uk
