Why Need for Certified Financial Planner Certification(CFP)

A Certified Financial Planner may exhibit his qualification in all his professional dealings and on his visiting cards. It guarantees immediate recognition by peers, clients and the financial services industry at large.

Presently there are about 900 CFP certificate holders in India. With an expansion in the financial services sector in the country, the demand for such CFP certified practitioners will grow significantly. A recent study shows that the sector will require 50000 more CFP certified professionals in the coming years. A Certified Financial Planner Certification has become the most sought after and valued qualification in the financial services sector within a very short span of time. It opens up a world of opportunity for the one getting certified. There are employment opportunities in investment banks, wealth management companies and a number of other related finance\ail services providers once you have achieved the CFP Certification.

The IIFP (Indian Institute of Financial planning) is one of the ‘Education Partners’ authorized by the Financial Planning Standards Board India (FPSB India) to grant the CFP certification. The institute offers regular and distance learning modules for the CFP Certification which can be completed in 5-6 months. With 12 centers in major cities in India, IIFP enjoys growing popularity among people who want to acquire the CFP Certification. With a seamless admission process and hassle free examination schedule and pattern, IIFP can make your aspiration a reality and open new doors for you.