CFI Specialization Programs

Overview

CFI's Specialization Programs are expertly curated collections of CFI content that deepen or add to your areas of expertise. These programs are designed to build topically focused knowledge on specific subjects, allowing you to develop advanced skills in high-demand areas of banking and finance such as Accounting for Financial Analysts, Data Analysis in Excel, Business Intelligence, Data Science, Cryptocurrency, or Commercial Real Estate.

Syllabus Structure: Focused Expertise

The syllabus of each Specialization is designed to deliver in-depth knowledge, progressing from foundational concepts to more advanced topics in your chosen area of focus. Unlike certifications, which provide a broad understanding of a finance domain, Specializations are more focused and help you dive deep into a specific subject, allowing you to gain a higher and more advanced level of proficiency.

Prep Courses (Optional)

If you feel you need to strengthen your foundational knowledge before taking on the more challenging core courses, CFI offers optional prep courses. These courses can help bridge any knowledge gaps, ensuring that you are fully prepared to engage with more advanced content in the Specialization Program.

Core Courses (Required)

At the core of each Specialization are a series of courses designed to provide the key knowledge needed to master the subject. These courses cover the essential concepts and skills specific to the Specialization topic, offering practical applications that can be directly applied to your work. Core courses form the bedrock of your learning, giving you the confidence and ability to apply your expertise in real-world scenarios.

Core courses are designed to be taken in the order they are displayed. Often some dependencies rely on the learning being done in this order.

The core courses in each Specialization are carefully structured to ensure that you leave the program with a comprehensive understanding of the subject.

Elective Courses: Tailor Your Learning

Some of CFI's Ppecialization programs include elective courses that allow you to focus on the specific aspects of the subject that are most relevant to your career. Whether you want to dive deeper into cryptocurrency regulations, explore advanced Tableau skills, elective courses give you the freedom to shape your Specialization to align with your professional goals.

No Final Exam for Specializations

Unlike our Certifications Programs, CFI’s Specialization Programs do not include a final exam. The focus of a specialization is on deepening your knowledge and practical skills in a specific subject area, allowing you to engage with the content at your own pace without the pressure of an exam. Upon completing the required and elective courses, you'll still receive recognition for your expertise without the need to pass a formal assessment.

Available Specialization Programs