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Certified Accounts Receivable Manager

Online Certification  ·  10 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CARM)

✅ 2026 Edition 🎓 CPD Accredited 🌍 100+ Countries 📜 Digital + Physical Certificate 100% Online
Executive Summary

Certified Accounts Receivable Manager

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Accounts Receivable Manager (CARM) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in financial management, accounting, budgeting and financial analysis.

This 10 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 CARM 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 Accounts Receivable Manager
Acronym
CARM
Category
Finance & Accounting
Level
Intermediate
Duration
10 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 349
Live Virtual
USD 549
Target Audience

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

Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex financial management functions
Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior finance, controller and CFO roles
Strategic Thinking
Build the strategic thinking, analysis and execution skills of world-class leaders
Organisational Impact
Design and implement financial management systems that drive performance and measurable results
Personal Excellence
Develop emotional intelligence, resilience and authentic executive presence
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 Accounts Receivable Manager
Certified Accounts Receivable Manager: 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
Budget, Forecast and Variance
Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Reading financial statements as a manager · Credit assessment and the five Cs
3
Regulatory and Reporting Duties
Financial regulation and prudential supervision · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · Internal control and the fraud triangle · Management accounts and dashboards
4
Evidence and Review
Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · Internal control and the fraud triangle · Reading financial statements as a manager · Insurance, risk transfer and retained risk
5
Accrual, Profit and Cash
Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Reading financial statements as a manager · Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis · Managing resistance and upskilling teams
6
Reading the Statements
Reading financial statements as a manager · Accrual accounting and the profit-cash gap · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · Managing risk and difficult cases
7
Controls Behind the Numbers
Internal control and the fraud triangle · Audit evidence, sampling and professional scepticism · Financial regulation and prudential supervision · Designing an intervention or programme
8
Legal and Regulatory
Regulatory and compliance requirements · Measuring coaching outcomes · Regulatory compliance in operations · Regulatory capital for credit
9
Data and Reporting
Applying reporting standards and accounting judgement · Card and data security (PCI DSS) · Tax provisioning and reporting · Strengths, flow and engagement
10
Analysis and Decisions
Risk assessment and sensitivity analysis · Recommendations and decision support · Trend, common-size and comparative analysis · Pricing, contribution and product decisions
11
Operations and Process
Finance transformation and target operating models · Process re-engineering and shared services · Process efficiency and cycle-time metrics · Quality, accuracy and error reduction
12
Leadership and Management
Cash flow forecasting and liquidity management · Receivables, payables and inventory management · Financial risk management and derivatives · Payment risk types and management
13
People and Development
Appraisal of development projects · Development banking principles · The learning and development profession · Feedback and developmental conversations
14
Communication
Presenting financial information clearly · Investor relations and market communication · Cross-cultural communication · The media and telecommunications landscape
15
Stakeholders and Clients
Negotiation with banks, investors and suppliers · Stakeholder mapping for the finance function · Business partnering and influencing · Building project relationships
16
Markets and Customers
Transfer pricing documentation · Project roles and the project manager · Market risk and VaR · Transfer pricing and international tax
17
Technology and Systems
Digital tax administration · Business case and strategic alignment · Digital and internet banking · Treasury technology and systems
18
Strategic Context
Mergers, funding and growth strategy · Project governance frameworks · Collections strategy · Investment strategy and allocation
19
Projects and Delivery
Forecasting and planning (FP&A) · Tax planning, avoidance and evasion distinguished · Tax planning vs avoidance vs evasion · Audit programmes and fieldwork
20
Performance Measurement
Performance and SLAs · Managing organisational politics · Performance measurement and attribution · Finance KPIs and the finance scorecard
21
Procurement and Suppliers
Payables, procurement controls and supplier fraud · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution · Change control and configuration · Procurement and stock management for health commodities
22
Ethics and Conduct
Ethics and transparency in tax · Ethics in tax practice · Ethics, transparency and reputation · Ethics and suitability
23
People Administration
Workforce and shift management in retail · Workforce management and scheduling · Workforce planning and scheduling · Employee experience and engagement
24
International and Currency
International and cross-border tax · Foreign exchange and currency risk · Tax compliance and the tax risk agenda · Change and adoption in projects
25
Change
Measuring change and project impact · Baseline setting and change control · Sales and marketing transformation · Measuring growth and transformation impact
26
Sustainability and ESG
Sustainability of microfinance · Mine water, tailings and environmental management · Integrated and sustainability reporting · Sustainability and social impact in projects
27
Learning and Research
Leading the learning function · Training needs analysis and learning strategy · Knowledge management and capability building · Learning transfer and capability building
28
Financial Practice
Tax administration and compliance · Corporate income tax computation · Tax compliance and returns · Managing tax audits and queries
29
Banking and Financial Services
Investment of surplus funds · Investment appraisal and the cost of capital · Financial inclusion and serving underbanked markets · Consumer, SME and corporate credit
30
Risk and Control
Managing tax risk and audits · Fraud risk, prevention and detection · Governance of the CX programme · Corporate governance in banks

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

  • Budget, Forecast and Variance — applied to your own work
  • Regulatory and Reporting Duties — applied to your own work
  • Evidence and Review — applied to your own work
  • Accrual, Profit and Cash — applied to your own work
  • Reading the Statements — applied to your own work
  • Controls Behind the Numbers — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CARM 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 CARM?

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 CARM certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 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 CARM 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 CARM certification?

The Certified Accounts Receivable Manager is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 349 and Live Virtual at USD 549. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CARM 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 CARM?

The Certified Accounts Receivable Manager 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 CARM?

The Certified Accounts Receivable Manager carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CARM 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 CARM?

Graduates progress towards senior finance, controller and CFO roles. The CARM 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

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

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

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

Senior Accountant
Government
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