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Becoming a Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager (CAFM)

What is a CAFM?

A CAFM is a Certified Aboriginal Financial Management professional whose skills and knowledge are based and tested against professional standards - 1) Competency Standards; 2) Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3) Certification Standards.

A CAFM is an outstanding financial manager who provides leadership and valuable advice on financial and management operations.

A CAFM sets the standard for his/her profession – they raise the bar in professionalism.

A CAFM forms the backbone of Aboriginal government administration

CAFMs are key decision-makers and leaders in their organizations/communities.

CAFMs can lead activities in:

• Office management and administration
• Finance
• Program management
• IT
• Human Resources

CAFM careers include:

• Director of Operations
• Director of Finance
• Office Manager
• Business Consultant
• Controller
• Band Manager
• Director, Finance & Administration

CAFMs work in:

• All Aboriginal communities, organizations and governments
• Aboriginal political, associations and non-profit organizations
• Aboriginal business
• Banks and financial institutions
• Economic development projects

The CAFM designation is the only designation for Aboriginal finance and management positions in Canada and in the world.

The CAFM designation was developed with the support of the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada (CGA Canada).