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CHIJI JULIET ONYINYECHI (ACA) (AFM)
Amazing Course and Institute. Wonderful Lectures, I appreciate Dbrown Consulting for their passion in seeing that we came out PASSED and ready for another Level.
Amazing Course and Institute. Wonderful Lectures, I appreciate Dbrown Consulting for their passion in seeing that we came out PASSED and ready for another Level.

Ifechukwude Nwaodor
The program has been very useful In understanding how to construct a financial model and the best practices involved in building a financial model.
The program has been very useful In understanding how to construct a financial model and the best practices involved in building a financial model.

Ernest Chefon Ndukong ACCA, AFM
"Passing the Advanced Financial Modeler exams is a game-changer for me. The expertise I have gained in financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis will significantly enhance my professional skills. I can now build more accurate and comprehensive financial models, driving better decision-making and business outcomes. The certification has not only boosted my confidence but will also open up new opportunities for career growth and advancement for me."
"Passing the Advanced Financial Modeler exams is a game-changer for me. The expertise I have gained in financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis will significantly enhance my professional skills. I can now build more accurate and comprehensive financial models, driving better decision-making and business outcomes. The certification has not only boosted my confidence but will also open up new opportunities for career growth and advancement for me."

Eserokpe Emmanuel
**Achieving the AFM designation is a cherry on top on my professional journey as this gives me an edge as a world class Modeler. **The accreditation is key for verifying the skills of financial modelers **It's been a wonderful experience as patience and hard work is the key to success
**Achieving the AFM designation is a cherry on top on my professional journey as this gives me an edge as a world class Modeler. **The accreditation is key for verifying the skills of financial modelers **It's been a wonderful experience as patience and hard work is the key to success

Olukemi Falade
Completing the AFM program was a game-changer for my career. The comprehensive curriculum and practical applications significantly enhanced my financial modelling skills, allowing me to drive more informed business decisions and deliver value-added insights to my organisation as a financial analyst. I have successfully applied the learnings to optimise financial forecasting, scenario planning, and strategic analysis. I wholeheartedly recommend the AFM program to colleagues, my fellow professionals seeking to elevate their expertise and stay ahead in the finance industry.
Completing the AFM program was a game-changer for my career. The comprehensive curriculum and practical applications significantly enhanced my financial modelling skills, allowing me to drive more informed business decisions and deliver value-added insights to my organisation as a financial analyst. I have successfully applied the learnings to optimise financial forecasting, scenario planning, and strategic analysis. I wholeheartedly recommend the AFM program to colleagues, my fellow professionals seeking to elevate their expertise and stay ahead in the finance industry.

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Andy Lyons
Well structured and professionally run, this accreditation program is both a great introduction to the world of modelling and a solid foundation for best practice disciplines. As an experienced financial modeller, my interest in this accreditation was about receiving an identity and recognition for my skill set (which I felt wasn't prominent previously). It has been much more than that, however, and I am now part of a community of people with access to global insight and information that is relevant to my (and my teams') role(s). Going through this process has really prompted me to think about knowledge gaps and where basic principles can help everyday situations to make processes more efficient and people's lives easier....it isn't all about creating an all singing all dancing model but where best practice can be used in everyday situations. As a result, I am now looking for opportunities to upskill (which is really well received by the team) as well as encouraging more specific roles in, say, FP&A teams, to look at enrolling in the course also. Excellent program!
Well structured and professionally run, this accreditation program is both a great introduction to the world of modelling and a solid foundation for best practice disciplines. As an experienced financial modeller, my interest in this accreditation was about receiving an identity and recognition for my skill set (which I felt wasn't prominent previously). It has been much more than that, however, and I am now part of a community of people with access to global insight and information that is relevant to my (and my teams') role(s). Going through this process has really prompted me to think about knowledge gaps and where basic principles can help everyday situations to make processes more efficient and people's lives easier....it isn't all about creating an all singing all dancing model but where best practice can be used in everyday situations. As a result, I am now looking for opportunities to upskill (which is really well received by the team) as well as encouraging more specific roles in, say, FP&A teams, to look at enrolling in the course also. Excellent program!

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Giorgi Iremashvili
I have gone many financial modelling courses, but for me this course really stands out. Videos explain everything well and the model itself is easy to use and looks wonderful.
I have gone many financial modelling courses, but for me this course really stands out. Videos explain everything well and the model itself is easy to use and looks wonderful.

Sarat Chandran
Hello everyone, this is Sarat Chandran from UAE. During my career break (job redundancy) recently, I was pondering over to learn a very privilege course as an additional certification. One of my mentors advised me to do AFM course. I learnt how a financial model works and a deep understanding of how a financial model works and how best we can use it to support a client on to a 3 model case study. The most useful part was the course is structured and put around the models so that everyone can review the links and interactions between the sheets. Any changes to the assumptions will definitely have a result on the model. I hope to join and continue my exposure in a company or to be start my consultancy upon certification/accreditation. My experience was quite reasonable as I devoted about 5H a day during learning and then about 7H during revision time following the methodology of creating a 3 phase model.
Hello everyone, this is Sarat Chandran from UAE. During my career break (job redundancy) recently, I was pondering over to learn a very privilege course as an additional certification. One of my mentors advised me to do AFM course. I learnt how a financial model works and a deep understanding of how a financial model works and how best we can use it to support a client on to a 3 model case study. The most useful part was the course is structured and put around the models so that everyone can review the links and interactions between the sheets. Any changes to the assumptions will definitely have a result on the model. I hope to join and continue my exposure in a company or to be start my consultancy upon certification/accreditation. My experience was quite reasonable as I devoted about 5H a day during learning and then about 7H during revision time following the methodology of creating a 3 phase model.

Adedayo Morafa

It was my first attempt and am very happy I went through the process. Honestly AFM is very interesting and educative. I have been working with Excel for more than 15years and AFM exposure me more to new ways that I can use to improve my turnaround time. The training is very intense and many thanks to Dbrown consulting for the training and guidance. Looking forward to next stage .

It was my first attempt and am very happy I went through the process. Honestly AFM is very interesting and educative. I have been working with Excel for more than 15years and AFM exposure me more to new ways that I can use to improve my turnaround time. The training is very intense and many thanks to Dbrown consulting for the training and guidance. Looking forward to next stage .

Abdelrahman Abuhasheesh
When I first started studying financial modelling, I decided to get the AFM certificate because of the high flexibility during study, the distinguished community within FMI, and the examination that meets international standards, making this certificate prestigious.
When I first started studying financial modelling, I decided to get the AFM certificate because of the high flexibility during study, the distinguished community within FMI, and the examination that meets international standards, making this certificate prestigious.

Inderjot (JT) Dhoot
The Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) accreditation tests not just your technical proficiency with Excel, but also your practical knowledge of accounting and finance concepts. The Financial Modeling Institute (FMI) has done a remarkable job of creating a robust training and testing platform, not to mention the formation of a community of like-minded professionals committed to excellence in the intricate field of financial modeling.
The Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) accreditation tests not just your technical proficiency with Excel, but also your practical knowledge of accounting and finance concepts. The Financial Modeling Institute (FMI) has done a remarkable job of creating a robust training and testing platform, not to mention the formation of a community of like-minded professionals committed to excellence in the intricate field of financial modeling.

Jacob Dell
I’m happy to share that I’ve obtained a new certification: Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) from Financial Modeling Institute (FMI)! The AFM course was both very insightful and enjoyable to work through, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to expand their modelling and Excel skills!
I’m happy to share that I’ve obtained a new certification: Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) from Financial Modeling Institute (FMI)! The AFM course was both very insightful and enjoyable to work through, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to expand their modelling and Excel skills!

Abdul Samad Janjua
AFM takes your financial modeling skills to the next level. In my current role I use Excel extensively in the areas of Budgeting, Forecasting, Long-term Planning, Business Case Studies and Treasury. AFM has significantly enhanced my financial modeling skills and boosted my confidence enabling me to be a more effective business partner in critical business decisions.
AFM takes your financial modeling skills to the next level. In my current role I use Excel extensively in the areas of Budgeting, Forecasting, Long-term Planning, Business Case Studies and Treasury. AFM has significantly enhanced my financial modeling skills and boosted my confidence enabling me to be a more effective business partner in critical business decisions.

Dushanthan Alagaratnam
I found the Advanced Financial Modeller (AFM) program of study from the Financial Modelling Institute, to be well structured, with learning resources clearly thought out and available online for my completion around my schedule. Though I have been financially modelling throughout my career, the AFM program installed a robust framework and discipline on how to approach a financial modelling task. The proctored examination was challenging. I was glad of investing time in continuously practicing the theoretical content to real world examples and past papers. I have no hesitation in recommending the AFM to anyone wishing to enhance and refine their financial modelling skills.
I found the Advanced Financial Modeller (AFM) program of study from the Financial Modelling Institute, to be well structured, with learning resources clearly thought out and available online for my completion around my schedule. Though I have been financially modelling throughout my career, the AFM program installed a robust framework and discipline on how to approach a financial modelling task. The proctored examination was challenging. I was glad of investing time in continuously practicing the theoretical content to real world examples and past papers. I have no hesitation in recommending the AFM to anyone wishing to enhance and refine their financial modelling skills.

Lim Yingxi
I found my career opportunities has grown as I worked in the Financial Reporting and Systems line before. Now I can also help build models for the clients. The course material was comprehensive. I like how flexible it is, taking lessons online, also love the Live sessions where we can ask our instructor questions and hear from the other examinees what issues they have. It was an enjoyable journey and I'm considering CFM next!
I found my career opportunities has grown as I worked in the Financial Reporting and Systems line before. Now I can also help build models for the clients. The course material was comprehensive. I like how flexible it is, taking lessons online, also love the Live sessions where we can ask our instructor questions and hear from the other examinees what issues they have. It was an enjoyable journey and I'm considering CFM next!

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Stephen Percoco
Preparing for and passing the AFM exam helped to round out and deepen my financial modeling skills. It gave me new tools to use. It helped me to learn to work more quickly and efficiently. Anyone looking to up his or her game in financial modeling will benefit from it.
Preparing for and passing the AFM exam helped to round out and deepen my financial modeling skills. It gave me new tools to use. It helped me to learn to work more quickly and efficiently. Anyone looking to up his or her game in financial modeling will benefit from it.

Ilyas Anis
Since earning my CFM designation, I have been able to soar to new heights in my career. I have taken on more challenging projects, adding even more value for my clients and leaving my mark on the financial modeling world. The recognition and opportunities for growth I have received from my peers have been overwhelmingly positive and have propelled me further in my career. The CFM accreditation has been a game-changer for me and has opened doors that I never thought were possible. The knowledge and skills I gained through the rigorous but manageable accreditation process have made me a force to be reckoned with in the financial modeling industry. For anyone considering the Financial Modeling Institute's accreditation programs, I cannot stress enough what a life-changing decision this will be. Not only will you deepen your understanding of financial modeling and gain the skills to tackle the most complex projects with confidence, but you'll also have the opportunity to demonstrate your expertise and commitment to the field, opening up doors for new opportunities and success. So what are you waiting for? Take the leap and invest in your future with the Financial Modeling Institute's accreditation programs. I promise, you won't regret it.
Since earning my CFM designation, I have been able to soar to new heights in my career. I have taken on more challenging projects, adding even more value for my clients and leaving my mark on the financial modeling world. The recognition and opportunities for growth I have received from my peers have been overwhelmingly positive and have propelled me further in my career. The CFM accreditation has been a game-changer for me and has opened doors that I never thought were possible. The knowledge and skills I gained through the rigorous but manageable accreditation process have made me a force to be reckoned with in the financial modeling industry. For anyone considering the Financial Modeling Institute's accreditation programs, I cannot stress enough what a life-changing decision this will be. Not only will you deepen your understanding of financial modeling and gain the skills to tackle the most complex projects with confidence, but you'll also have the opportunity to demonstrate your expertise and commitment to the field, opening up doors for new opportunities and success. So what are you waiting for? Take the leap and invest in your future with the Financial Modeling Institute's accreditation programs. I promise, you won't regret it.

Maricor Del Mundo
Being an accountant for 15 years, i thought i've seen all kinds of financial statements, and modeling one will be easy. I've done so many financial models utilizing various methodologies, but what sets AFM apart is that the models constructed using the AFM methodology is intuitive, user friendly, and easy to follow. It enables the user to really navigate through the simple, clean and self-explanatory interface. Using the build and link approach, complicated formulas are eliminated. Other than the technical skills that will be embedded during the program, the model really enjoins deeper analysis of identifying the main drivers of the business to create a more relevant analysis.
Being an accountant for 15 years, i thought i've seen all kinds of financial statements, and modeling one will be easy. I've done so many financial models utilizing various methodologies, but what sets AFM apart is that the models constructed using the AFM methodology is intuitive, user friendly, and easy to follow. It enables the user to really navigate through the simple, clean and self-explanatory interface. Using the build and link approach, complicated formulas are eliminated. Other than the technical skills that will be embedded during the program, the model really enjoins deeper analysis of identifying the main drivers of the business to create a more relevant analysis.

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Mathew Simba
My experience with AFM accreditation was great. The technical skills i have learnt are invaluable. The AFM accreditation is quite relevant in the current business environment that is rapidly changing and unpredictable.
My experience with AFM accreditation was great. The technical skills i have learnt are invaluable. The AFM accreditation is quite relevant in the current business environment that is rapidly changing and unpredictable.

Peter Simmons
As self taught modeller enjoyed the logic problems presented by the FMI. Made me think differently on model presentation and how my models work making easier for users to understand. Desire to make data driven decisions across industries is key anda financial model the key tool to distrill the data down to an easy understand decision making tool. FMI certification shows a best in class modeller and someone I would want to hire.
As self taught modeller enjoyed the logic problems presented by the FMI. Made me think differently on model presentation and how my models work making easier for users to understand. Desire to make data driven decisions across industries is key anda financial model the key tool to distrill the data down to an easy understand decision making tool. FMI certification shows a best in class modeller and someone I would want to hire.

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Aman Kochar
The FMI exams are representative of complex situations drawn from the real-world, and test an individual’s ability to structure, build and draw insight from a financial model. I highly recommend FMI to anyone who is serious about becoming a best practice financial modeller.
The FMI exams are representative of complex situations drawn from the real-world, and test an individual’s ability to structure, build and draw insight from a financial model. I highly recommend FMI to anyone who is serious about becoming a best practice financial modeller.

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Cheriyan Joseph
The AFM certification helped me to create financial models for advisory services as per the best practices which was one of requirements from a client to whom we offer our services as a firm. This helped our firm to be the preferred service provider among our clients. Financial modelers should consider AFM or similar certifications as it sets you in line with best practices of the industry.
The AFM certification helped me to create financial models for advisory services as per the best practices which was one of requirements from a client to whom we offer our services as a firm. This helped our firm to be the preferred service provider among our clients. Financial modelers should consider AFM or similar certifications as it sets you in line with best practices of the industry.

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Gheorghe Cojocaru
The FMI certifications are the most practical ones in the financial industry. Period. Financial Modelling skills are essential in the finance domain regardless of object of activity and FMI is best placed to guide you on that.
The FMI certifications are the most practical ones in the financial industry. Period. Financial Modelling skills are essential in the finance domain regardless of object of activity and FMI is best placed to guide you on that.

Daniel Lima, AFM

Finance, Economics & AI Student | Passionate About Investments & Financial Innovation.

I'm proud to share that I’ve officially passed the Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) certification by Financial Modeling Institute (FMI). This globally recognized certification pushed me to sharpen my financial modeling skills under pressure — building a full-scale 3-statement model from scratch, with structure, logic, and clarity, all within a 4-hour timeframe. What I gained from this journey: ✅ Stronger 3-statement modeling skills grounded in real-world application ✅ Focus on clarity, flexibility & auditability — building models that are both powerful and practical ✅ Renewed confidence and perspective — shifting from just building models to driving better decisions ✅ Enhanced understanding of the financial & operational health of a business through its financial statements. It’s been a challenging and enriching journey, and I’m truly grateful for the support, encouragement, and late-night grind that got me here. A big thanks to the FMI team and Ian Schnoor, CFA, CFM for all the support, resources, and insights! If you're passionate about finance and decision-making, I can’t recommend the FMI pathway enough. It’s a game-changer. Here’s to growth and new goals! #AFMaccredited #FinancialModeling #FMI #FinanceProfessionals #ExcelSkills #CareerMilestone #ProfessionalDevelopment
I'm proud to share that I’ve officially passed the Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) certification by Financial Modeling Institute (FMI). This globally recognized certification pushed me to sharpen my financial modeling skills under pressure — building a full-scale 3-statement model from scratch, with structure, logic, and clarity, all within a 4-hour timeframe. What I gained from this journey: ✅ Stronger 3-statement modeling skills grounded in real-world application ✅ Focus on clarity, flexibility & auditability — building models that are both powerful and practical ✅ Renewed confidence and perspective — shifting from just building models to driving better decisions ✅ Enhanced understanding of the financial & operational health of a business through its financial statements. It’s been a challenging and enriching journey, and I’m truly grateful for the support, encouragement, and late-night grind that got me here. A big thanks to the FMI team and Ian Schnoor, CFA, CFM for all the support, resources, and insights! If you're passionate about finance and decision-making, I can’t recommend the FMI pathway enough. It’s a game-changer. Here’s to growth and new goals! #AFMaccredited #FinancialModeling #FMI #FinanceProfessionals #ExcelSkills #CareerMilestone #ProfessionalDevelopment