How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 11 Weeks and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification.

Email info@certifications.ac, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert in Sri Lanka

Executive Summary

Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert (CMFD) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in financial management, accounting, budgeting and financial analysis.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CMFD holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification

Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert

Acronym

CMFD

Who Should Enrol?

Finance Officers and Accountants
Budget and Cost Analysts
Finance Managers and Controllers
Auditors and Financial Analysts

Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

All study materials and study guide
Access to GLI online learning portal
Online examination and assessment
Digital certificate and digital badge
Physical certificate (shipped to you)
CPD credits for professional bodies
GLI alumni network membership
Facilitator and tutor support
Resource downloads and reference library
Automatic enrolment confirmation

Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement

Accelerate your career towards senior finance, controller and CFO roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex financial management functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement financial management systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to financial management

Global Employability

Qualify for financial management roles across corporates, banks, NGOs and public-sector organisations worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Financial Accounting, Reporting and Analysis

✦Budgeting, Planning and Cost Control

✦Corporate Finance, Investment and Valuation

✦Treasury, Working Capital and Cash Management

✦Financial Controls, Audit and Governance

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert

Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert: industry context, trends and professional standards · The role of finance in organisations and value creation · Financial, management and cost accounting distinguished · The finance operating model and business partnering

2

Budgeting and Variance

Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Credit assessment and the five Cs

3

Internal Control and Fraud

Internal control and the fraud triangle · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · AML, KYC and financial crime prevention · Reporting quality and governance

4

Investment and Cost of Capital

Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Managing boundaries and dual relationships

5

Regulation and Compliance

Financial regulation and prudential supervision · AML, KYC and financial crime prevention · Expected credit loss and portfolio quality · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice

6

Profit, Cash and the Gap Between

Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Reading financial statements as a manager · Treasury, liquidity and currency exposure · Lessons learned and development

7

Reading Financial Statements

Reading financial statements as a manager · Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · Ethics, transparency and reputation

8

People and Development

Appraisal of development projects · Team leadership within finance · Managing resistance and upskilling teams · Development banking principles

9

Communication

Presenting financial information clearly · Investor relations and market communication · Stakeholder communications · Ethics in communications

10

Stakeholders and Clients

Business partnering and influencing · Negotiation with banks, investors and suppliers · Managing audit and regulator relationships · Stakeholder mapping for the finance function

11

Markets and Customers

Transfer pricing basics · Transfer pricing documentation · Wellbeing and resilience coaching · Market risk and VaR

12

Technology and Systems

Digital financial services · Digital finance and automation roadmaps · Innovation and fintech partnerships · Enterprise resource planning (ERP) and finance systems

13

Strategic Context

Hedging strategies and instruments · Financial strategy and capital allocation · Mergers, funding and growth strategy · Measuring coaching outcomes

14

Projects and Delivery

Crisis, resilience and contingency planning · Leading finance projects and change · Forecasting and planning (FP&A) · Tax planning, avoidance and evasion distinguished

15

Performance Measurement

Interpreting financial performance · Performance and SLAs · Meaning, purpose and values · KPIs and performance reporting

16

Procurement and Suppliers

Value-chain and supply-chain finance · Payables, procurement controls and supplier fraud · Data, records and confidentiality tech · Practice management systems

17

Ethics and Conduct

Ethics and suitability · Professional ethics and codes (IFAC, ACCA, CIMA) · Data ethics and privacy in finance · Ethics and transparency in tax

18

People Administration

Payroll, statutory deductions and employment cost · The employee lifecycle and HR value chain · Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting · Workforce and shift management in retail

19

International and Currency

International and cross-border tax · Foreign exchange and currency risk · Valuation and security analysis · Financial risk types and management

20

Change

Measuring transformation impact · Finance transformation and target operating models · Sales and marketing transformation · Measuring growth and transformation impact

21

Sustainability and ESG

Sustainability and responsible finance · Sustainability of microfinance · Sustainability, ESG and integrated value · Managing difficult conversations

22

Learning and Research

Lessons learned and knowledge management · Market research design and methods · Qualitative and quantitative research · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills

23

Financial Practice

Data-driven and real-time finance · Benchmarking finance against best practice · Continuous improvement and lean finance · Finance maturity assessment

24

Banking and Financial Services

Investment of surplus funds · Investment and disinvestment decisions · Financial inclusion and serving underbanked markets · Insurance, risk transfer and retained risk

25

Risk and Control

Regulatory compliance in operations · Governance of operations · Regulatory compliance and professional duty · Risk assessment and sensitivity analysis

26

Legal and Regulatory

Regulatory reporting and disclosure · Regulatory capital and ratios · Regulatory liquidity ratios (LCR, NSFR) · Contract law and formation

27

Data and Reporting

The finance function, month-end close and reporting cycle · Card and data security (PCI DSS) · Tax provisioning and reporting · The consulting mindset and trusted advisor positioning

28

Analysis and Decisions

Ratio and trend analysis · Recommendations and decision support · Trend, common-size and comparative analysis · Make-or-buy and outsourcing decisions

29

Operations and Process

Quality, accuracy and error reduction · Transaction lifecycle and processing · Cheque clearing and processing · Service levels and quality

30

Leadership and Management

Root cause analysis frameworks in advisory work · Cash and liquidity management · SME portfolio management · Cash flow forecasting and liquidity management

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

Budgeting and Variance — applied to your own work
Internal Control and Fraud — applied to your own work
Investment and Cost of Capital — applied to your own work
Regulation and Compliance — applied to your own work
Profit, Cash and the Gap Between — applied to your own work
Reading Financial Statements — applied to your own work

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CMFD certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CMFD?

This certification is ideal for Finance Officers and Accountants, Budget and Cost Analysts, Finance Managers and Controllers and Auditors and Financial Analysts, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in financial management, accounting, budgeting and financial analysis with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CMFD certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CMFD internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with IFRS, GAAP and recognised financial management and reporting standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CMFD certification?

The Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CMFD certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CMFD?

The Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CMFD?

The Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CMFD while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CMFD?

Graduates progress towards senior finance, controller and CFO roles. The CMFD strengthens your expertise in financial management, accounting, budgeting and financial analysis and positions you for advancement across corporates, banks, NGOs and public-sector organisations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

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The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Finance Director

Private Sector

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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Financial Controller

NGO Sector

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I earned my CMFD while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Senior Accountant

Government

Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert

Certified Mobile and Digital Financial Services Expert

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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