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Certified Government Financial Manager
The Pathway to Certification
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“There hasn’t been a better time to join the federal
government than today. The numbers of opportunities that will be available for
advancement over the next 10-15 years are going to be incredible…if you have the
right skills.” Miguel Torrado, Assoc Commissioner for
Personnel, SSA.
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The Association
Over 14,000 members
Organized into 88 local chapters
National Office offers support to chapters and individual members
Current AGA initiatives
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“Accountability”
Recognizing importance of financial management
More programs and services requested despite shrinking revenue bases
Taxpayers want more value
Elected officials want specific results with fewer resources
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“Accountability”
Expanding role of government financial manager
Extensive knowledge is required in a wide variety of functional areas
CGFM Program responds to this need by measuring a wide range of knowledge and skills
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Why Certification?
“certification programs are win-win-win--the certifiers benefit; the certified benefit; and so does any customer, client, or employer who relies on the certification. That should explain why, within a decade, every market leader in every global industry will offer certification programs for its key employees.” Fortune Magazine 6/26/00
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CGFM - Background
Begun in 1994
Created by government financial management experts
Over 13,000 CGFM certifications awarded
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CGFM - Background
CGFM addresses special knowledge needs of today’s government financial manager
CGFM provides first certification broad enough to cover the entire field of government financial management
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CGFM - Background
Three examinations
Computer based examination
100-110 questions per examination
Two hours and fifteen minutes for each examination
$109 per examination
$85 application fee
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To Become Certified
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To Become Certified
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To Become Certified
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To Become Certified
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To Stay Certified
Adhere to AGA’s Code of Ethics
Obtain 80 CPEs every two years
Pay renewal fee every year
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In a 2001 survey by Robert Half Intl, a financial
management placement firm, 85% of the 1400 CFOs
surveyed “believed that a professional certification…
can boost career advancement opportunities.”
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Benefits of Certification
Individual Benefits
Employer Benefits
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Benefits of Certification to you
Do you want to…
Become more competent?
Be more competitive?
Be eligible for incentives?
Keep up with changes in the field?
If your answer is yes -- then the CGFM is for you!
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Employer Benefits
Enhances prestige and credibility
Builds public confidence
Provides quality assurance
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CGFM Examinations
Who should take the CGFM Examinations?
Financial managers
Program managers
Government contractors
Public accountants
Academics
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CGFM Examinations
Examination 1 - Governmental Environment
Examination 2 - Governmental Accounting, Financial Reporting and Budgeting
Examination 3 - Governmental Financial Management and Control
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Sample Examination Content
Examination 2 - Governmental Accounting, Financial Reporting and Budgeting
General Knowledge - 60%
Detailed Knowledge - 40%
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GFM Courses
Help you prepare for CGFM Examinations
Provide you with knowledge about government financial management
Provide you with continuing professional education
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Self -Study Courses and Materials
Self-Study Guides for all three CGFM Examinations
Self-study list of reading materials (www.agacgfm.org/cgfm/prepare/)
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Application Process
Call 800-AGA-7211 for application or apply online (www.agacgfm.org)
Complete application form, pay $85 fee and submit your proof of education
Receive your confirmation of eligibility
Submit a work verification form
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Examination Process
Purchase examinations on AGA website - exam fee is $109
Print exam authorization letter with exam scheduling instructions
Schedule and take examinations
Get your results immediately
Receive your CGFM Certificate when you pass all three examinations
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Professional Certification Summary
CGFM is the mark of professional excellence
CGFM is transferable across agencies and government levels, public, private and non profit sectors
Your agency may change, your job may change, but your CGFM, like a college degree, remains constant
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Join the Elite Crew of CGFM Professionals
To apply for certification
Call 1-800-AGA-7211 for application or apply online (www.agacgfm.org)
To take the GFM Courses
Call Management Concepts, Inc at 703-790-9595 or visit our website for course information
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Join the Elite Crew of CGFM Professionals
To obtain more information, contact
Katya Silver, Director for Professional Certification Administration at 1-800-AGA-7211, ext 305 or ksilver@agacgfm.org
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Certified Government Financial Manager
www.agacgfm.org
800-AGA-7211