CFS Certified Finance Specialist

Accredited

Accredited as a Level 8 qualification on the UK’s national qualifications framework (SCQF) and benchmarked as a Level 5 qualification on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).

Affordable

Free study materials, free registration, and no annual subscription or re-sit fees. You pay only a one-time exam fee.

Fast-track

A lean syllabus designed for exam success within just 3–4 months.

Flexible

Take the remotely proctored, MCQ-based CFS exam anytime, anywhere—directly from your home or office.

Achieve Your CFS® Designation in 3 Simple Steps

Eligibility: Open to candidates aged 20+ with at least one year of professional work experience. Prior experience must be declared during online exam registration.

Step 1 - Register Free & Access Study Materials

Click “Register Now” to receive your FREE copy of the CFS Body of Knowledge, along with a practice book containing exam-style MCQs. These resources provide complete coverage of what you need to prepare for the CFS® exam.

Step 2 - Study at your own pace

You will study on your own using the free CFS Body of Knowledge and Practice Book, which will be available soon. These materials are all you need for the CFS® exam preparation—no additional books or resources are required.

Step 3 - Register & take your CFS® exam

After completing your exam preparation, you can pay and register for the CFS® exam. The exam is computer-based and available throughout the year. You can take it virtually at any time, from anywhere in the world.

Fees

✅ Free Study Materials

We provide the 'CFS Body of Knowledge' and a practice book completely free of charge.

💼 No Application or Annual Fees

Registration is free, with no application fee. You also receive lifetime CFS® designation with no annual subscription fees.

🎓 No Re-certification Fees – Lifetime Validity

Your CFS® certification never expires. Unlike many other certifications, there are no re-certification fees — your achievement is for life.

💷 Affordable Exam Fee

The CFS® exam fee is £149, and this is the only cost you need to pay. This one-time fee includes your initial exam plus up to three free re-sits — with absolutely no hidden costs.

CFS Body of Knowledge

Domain 1: Financial Reporting Essentials

Module 1 – Understanding Financial Statements

Module 2 – Interpretation of Financial Statements

Domain 2: Financial Planning and Decision Tools

Module 3 – Costing, Budgeting, and Variance Analysis

Module 4 – Cost-Volume-Profit (CVP) Analysis

Module 5 – Financial Decision Making Techniques

Module 6 – Pricing Decisions

Domain 3: Investment and Financing Decisions

Module 7 – Investment Appraisal

Module 8 – Working Capital Management

Module 9 – Sources of Finance

Module 10 – Capital Structure and Cost of Capital

Domain 4: Strategic Finance and Emerging Perspectives

Module 11 – Islamic Finance

Module 12 – Business Combination, Structuring, and Business Valuation

Module 13 – Financial Performance Management and Measurement

The CFS® Exam

Exam Overview

The CFS® exam is a single, on-demand online test available year-round. It lasts 2 hours and consists of 75 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Each question carries 4 marks, making a total of 300 marks.
To pass, you must score at least 60%. All questions have one correct or best answer, and there is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
Hardware requirements: You will need a laptop or desktop with a webcam and a stable internet connection to take the exam.

Multiple Re-sits at No Additional Cost

We offer up to three (3) free re-sit exam opportunities, allowing you to try again and succeed. You can even opt to take a re-sit exam immediately after an unsuccessful attempt. All re-sit exam opportunities must be utilised within three (3) months from the date of purchase.

Exam Registration & Additional Details

Details about exam registration process is available at iqnglobal.com/exam-registration. In order to register for the exam you need to create online exam account. Details about online exam experience is available at iqnglobal.com/exam-experience.

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Elevate your profile with the Accredited CFS® certification