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About Chartered Fintech Associate (CFtA)

The Chartered Fintech Associate (CFtA) is our foundational fintech certification program designed for early-career professionals and those new to financial services. This comprehensive program provides essential knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the rapidly evolving fintech industry.

Programme Strengths

Foundational & Comprehensive: Complete introduction to fintech fundamentals and financial systems
Industry-Recognized Certification: Credential respected across financial services and fintech sectors
Accessible Entry Requirements: Minimum N-Level education with no prior fintech experience required
Flexible Online Format: Available 24/7 with self-paced learning approach
Career Pathway Foundation: Perfect stepping stone to advanced certifications like CFtP

Who It's For

Early-Career Professionals starting their journey in financial services
Career Changers transitioning into fintech from other industries
Finance Newcomers seeking foundational knowledge in financial technology
Students and Graduates looking to specialize in fintech and digital finance

Curriculum

Module 1: Overview of Financial Systems

Core Functions of Financial Systems
Regulation and Supervision of Financial Systems
Traditional Finance and Pain Points

Module 2: Evolution of Fintech

Definition of Fintech
Fintech 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, and beyond
The Current State of Fintech
The Potential Perils of Fintech Innovation

Module 3: The Fintech Ecosystem

Key Players in the Fintech Landscape
Fintech Sub-sectors
Technologies and Infrastructure
Fintech Regulations

Module 4: Impact of Fintech on Traditional Finance

Disruption vs. Collaboration
Changes in Customer Expectations
Efficiency and Cost Reduction
Financial Inclusion

Module 5: Global Fintech Hubs and Market Trends

Major Fintech Hubs
Market Trends
Investment Trends
Regulatory trends
Emerging Markets and Opportunities

Module 6: Professional Ethics, Conduct, and Responsible Innovation

The Importance of Ethics in Fintech
Professional Conduct in Fintech
Responsible Innovation
Ethical Decision-Making Framework
Case Studies in Fintech Ethics
Building an Ethical Culture in Fintech Organizations
The Future of Ethics in Fintech
Conclusion

Registration Requirements

To become a CFtA candidate, you must enrol in the CFtA Program and register for the exam. To enrol, you must meet all the criteria below:

Minimum N-Level or equivalent
Candidates must be at least 18 years old to enrol in the CFtA certification exam
Must be able to read and write in English (exam language)

Exam & Fees

Exam Registration Guidelines

1. Complete registration on the GFI website or Learn platform 2. Submit required documents and confirm details 3. Pay fees via credit card or bank transfer 4. Receive confirmation email with exam details

Exam Details

Online Exam: Available daily 24/7

Fees Structure

Regular

Enrollment Fee: $100
Exam Registration: $600
Total Fees Payable: $700

Associate Membership

1st Year: Waived
Subsequent Year(s): $129 (Billed annually)

Cancellations & Refunds

Refunds allowed before deadline (admin fee applies)
No refunds after deadline

Chartered Fintech Associate (CFtA)