AICPA CAS CFO Financial II Certificate | 14.5 CPE Online Course

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  • Build in‑demand CAS and CFO / Controller skills with AICPA & CIMA’s structured, career‑focused curriculum
  • 100% online, self‑paced learning with generous access so you can upskill alongside work.
  • Earn recognized CPE credits and an AICPA & CIMA certificate / digital badge to showcase your expertise.
  • Access 1 year from date of activation with unlimited views.
  • Regional Eduyush pricing with up to 45% savings on official AICPA course fees.
  • Ideal for CAS professionals, controllers and aspiring virtual CFOs looking to move from compliance to advisory.
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What you’ll learn (skills and outcomes)
  • Move beyond basic reporting to deliver advisory‑driven CAS, Controller and CFO support for growing businesses.
  • Strengthen skills in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting, business valuation, capital structure and risk management (currency, interest‑rate and business risk).
  • Use dashboards, automation and digital tools to interpret performance reports, lead digital transformation and provide real‑time insights.
  • Build leadership, communication and stakeholder‑management capabilities so you can operate as a trusted advisor, virtual controller or virtual CFO
Who this course is for
  • CPAs, CAs, management accountants and finance managers working in CAS practices, firms or industry roles.
  • Controllers, finance leads and senior accountants preparing for strategic Controller, CFO, CVO or virtual CFO roles.
  • Firms building a scalable CAS offering who need a structured skills pathway for their teams.
Course format, duration and CPE
  • Self‑study e‑learning with short modules, videos, readings and knowledge checks hosted on the AICPA & CIMA platform.
  • Substantial CPE credits (exact hours listed in each product) aligned to business management, advisory and finance competencies.
  • Access window typically ranges from 1–2 years, giving busy professionals time to complete all modules and revisit complex topics.
Certification & Digital Badge
  • On completion, you receive an official AICPA & CIMA certificate of completion and, for many bundles, a Credly digital badge.
  • Share your digital badge on Linkedin

 Pricing, access and support with Eduyush
  • Eduyush provides authorised regional access to AICPA courses with up to 45% discount on list prices for eligible regions.​
  • Pay in local currency with multiple payment methods and get local email/chat guidance for product selection and activation.​
  • Team and firm enrolments are available with consolidated billing and support for CAS and finance teams
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CAS CFO Financial II – AICPA & CIMA Certificate (Advanced CFO Strategies)

CAS CFO Financial II is a 14.5‑CPE advanced online certificate from the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA & CIMA) that covers business valuation using CAPM, mergers and acquisitions, capital structure, equity flotation methods, currency risk and treasury management. It is designed for CFOs, controllers, CAS and virtual CFO professionals who want to move beyond financial reporting into strategic value creation, capital‑market decisions and maximising shareholder wealth

What is CAS CFO Financial II?

CAS CFO Financial II is one of the few advanced CFO certificates that combines business valuation using the capital asset pricing model (CAPM), mergers and acquisitions analysis, capital‑structure design, equity flotation methods, and financial‑risk management into a single 14.5‑CPE program. The certificate is issued by AICPA & CIMA and includes a Credly digital badge that you can display on LinkedIn to signal CFO‑level strategic finance skills to employers and CAS clients.

Course Curriculum: 8 Key Modules

  1. Business valuation and CAPM for CFOs – Learn cash‑based valuation approaches, including the capital asset pricing model (CAPM), and apply discount rates to estimate business value and support decisions that maximise shareholder wealth.
  2. M&A and shareholder value creation Evaluate mergers, acquisitions, and exit strategies, understanding how deal structure, synergies, and financing choices affect shareholder wealth.
  3. Capital structure and long‑term funding Design capital structures that balance cost, flexibility and risk using debt, equity and hybrid instruments.
  4. Lease vs buy and major asset decisions Use NPV and cash‑flow techniques to compare leasing and purchasing options and choose investments that support long‑term value creation.
  5. Equity financing and flotation methods Examine methods of raising equity capital, including different flotationtechniques, and understand their impact on ownership, control and the cost of capital.
  6. Debt securities and capital markets Explore how organisations issue debt securities, manage refinancing and interact with capital markets as part of an overall funding strategy.
  7. Currency risk management Identify foreign‑exchange exposures and apply hedging tools to stabilise cash flows for cross‑border operations and international CAS clients.
  8. Interest‑rate risk and treasury strategy Use interest‑rate instruments, duration concepts and treasury policies to manage funding costs, liquidity and interest‑rate risk.

Who should enrol?

This program is ideal for:
  • CFOs, Finance Directors and Controllers who already lead finance operations and want deeper skills in valuation, M&A, capital markets and risk.
  • CAS practice owners and virtual CFOs who want to add exit planning, business valuation and M&A advisory to their service menu.
  • Indian CA / ACCA / CMA professionals seeking a globally recognised CFO‑level credential with CPE value that complements their professional qualification.
  • Finance managers preparing for CFO interviews who need to demonstrate comfort with capital‑market decisions, business valuation, and risk management.

CPE, duration and certification

  • CPE credits: 14.5 self‑study CPE; NASBA field of study: Business Management and Organization.
  • Access: 1 year of online access from activation, fully self‑paced.
  • Credential: CAS CFO Financial II certificate from AICPA & CIMA plus a Credly digital badge you can add to LinkedIn and your CV.
  • No CPA or CIMA membership is required to enrol; any experienced finance professional can register.

Prerequisites

  • Level: Advanced – best suited to professionals with a solid foundation in accounting, corporate finance and financial analysis.
  • No CPA, CA or CIMA membership is required to enrol; any experienced finance professional or business leader can register for this AICPA & CIMA certificate.
  • Completion of CAS CFO Financial I (or equivalent experience with capital-budgeting and cost‑of‑capital concepts) is strongly recommended.

Pricing and enrolment with Eduyush

  • Eduyush is an approved AICPA channel partner offering regional pricing and discounts up to 45% compared with AICPA global list prices.
  • Pay in local currency with multiple payment options.
  • Our team supports you with activation on the AICPA & CIMA platform and can help align CFO Financial I and II for your CAS or finance team.

CFO Financial I vs CFO Financial II (comparison table)

CAS CFO Financial I CAS CFO Financial II
Level Foundation / intermediate Intermediate / advanced
CPE credits 19.5 CPE 14.5 CPE
Core focus
Cost of capital, costing, supply‑chain and quality decisions, proactive costing, capital planning and pricing. 
Business valuation with CAPM, M&A, capital structure, equity flotation, currency and interest‑rate risk, treasury strategy. 
Best for
Controllers and finance managers moving into CFO roles. 
CFOs, vCFOs and CAS leaders handling growth, exits, valuations and complex funding decisions. 
Prerequisite
None (solid accounting knowledge recommended). 
CFO Financial I or equivalent corporate‑finance experience strongly recommended. 

Recommended learning path (pair this with)

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  1. CAS CFO Financial I – 19.5 CPE → Foundation: cost of capital, supply‑chain decisions, costing, pricing, and capital planning.
  2. CAS CFO Financial II – 14.5 CPE → Advanced: business valuation with CAPM, M&A, capital structure, equity flotation, currency, and interest‑rate risk. (You are here.)
  3. Controller 2 Bundle – 17 CPE → Leadership and strategy: planning, performance, and digital finance skills for senior finance leaders.

FAQs on CFO 2

  1. What is the CAS CFO Financial II certificate?

    CAS CFO Financial II is an intermediate/advanced online certificate from AICPA & CIMA that awards 14.5 CPE credits in the NASBA field of Business Management and Organization and focuses on valuation, M&A, capital structure and risk management for CFOs and CAS professionals.

  2. How is CAS CFO Financial II different from CFO Financial I?

    CFO Financial I builds foundational CFO skills in cost of capital, costing, supply‑chain decisions and capital planning, while CFO Financial II covers advanced topics such as business valuation using CAPM, mergers and acquisitions, equity flotation, currency risk and treasury strategy.

  3. Do I need to complete CFO Financial I before enrolling in CFO Financial II?

    It is not mandatory, but completing CFO Financial I or having equivalent corporate‑finance experience is strongly recommended so that you are comfortable with cost of capital and capital‑budgeting concepts before tackling valuation and capital‑markets content.

  4. Who recognises this CFO certificate?

    The certificate is issued by AICPA & CIMA, recognised globally in the accounting and finance profession, and you also receive a Credly digital badge that you can share with employers and clients.

  5. Does CAS CFO Financial II qualify for NASBA CPE?

    Yes, the course provides 14.5 self‑study CPE credits in NASBA’s Business Management and Organization field of study, which many CPAs use toward licence renewal (subject to state board rules).

  6. Can CA or ACCA professionals in India take this course?

    Yes, CA, ACCA and CMA professionals can enrol directly through Eduyush; no CPA licence or AICPA membership is required, and regional pricing makes the program more affordable for Indian and other international candidates.

Content reviewed by the AICPA & CIMA US Team and Eduyush’s in‑house course advisors to align with current CFO and CAS competency frameworks.

CAS Certification FAQ's

What is AICPA Client Advisory Services (CAS) training?

AICPA CAS training is a structured learning pathway that helps accountants move from compliance‑focused work to ongoing advisory services, including outsourced accounting, performance insights and virtual CFO support.

How will these courses help my Controller or CFO career?

The programs strengthen your financial analysis, planning, valuation, risk management and digital transformation skills so you can operate as a strategic Controller or CFO who drives business decisions, not just reporting.

Are the AICPA CAS, Controller and CFO courses self‑paced online?

Yes, all of these AICPA & CIMA programs are delivered as self‑paced online learning with modular content and assessments, accessible from anywhere with an internet connection.

Do I need to be a CPA to enrol?

You do not have to hold a CPA license, but a solid grounding in accounting and financial reporting is recommended so you can follow the technical content and apply it in practice.

How many CPE credits will I earn?

CPE varies by course: foundational CAS and Controller bundles offer larger credit totals, while focused CFO and advanced financial modules provide concentrated CPE on specific topics; exact hours are shown on each product page.

Do I get an AICPA certificate or digital badge for completing the course?

Yes, successful completion typically results in an AICPA & CIMA certificate of completion and, for many bundles, a Credly digital badge you can share with employers and clients.

How is Eduyush pricing different from buying directly from AICPA?

Eduyush offers authorised regional pricing and promotions that can reduce your investment by up to 45% compared to standard AICPA list prices, while you still study the same official content on the AICPA & CIMA platform.

Can my firm enrol a CAS or finance team together?

Yes, firms can enrol multiple team members in these CAS, Controller and CFO programs, with options for group ordering, consolidated invoices and aligned learning plans for advisory teams.

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