FMI Financial Modelling Course
Why become an expert financial modeller?
The sharpest tool in a boardroom isn’t just a pile of data. It’s actually the knack for reading, projecting, and twisting that info into a proper plan for growth. Even though it’s vital, top-tier modelling is still a rare craft. A recent study of ours showed that a massive 94% of accountants don’t feel confident enough to call themselves experts yet.
The Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) qualification is designed to change that.
Built by the Financial Modeling Institute (FMI), this programme is the global benchmark for anyone wanting to move past basic reporting. It’s tough, world-class accreditation that proves you’ve got the skills your firm and future bosses actually want.
By achieving the AFM designation, you will:
- Command respect with a globally recognised professional title.
- Drive strategy by building robust, transparent, and error-free models.
- Accelerate your trajectory towards senior leadership and high-stakes consultancy.
Don’t just fill the skills gap. Close it for good and join the 6% of finance professionals who are actually shaping the future of their organisations.
“The FMI certifications are the most practical ones in the financial industry. Period. Financial Modeling skills are essential in the finance domain regardless of object of activity and FMI is best placed to guide you on that.”
Make more accurate predictions
…where a range of variables can be changed quickly to project the outcomes.
Communicate complex information
…clearly to the senior management team in your organisation.
Fully understand your business
…plus its finances and strategic options with financial models you produce.
Work more efficiently
…by producing excellent financial models quickly and effectively.
Who are the FMI?
The Financial Modeling Institute is a globally recognised professional body, with its qualifications being taken in over 50 countries worldwide.
Since its relatively recent inception in 2017, FMI’s qualifications have already been recognised by some of the leading names in the finance world, including the likes of Goldman Sachs, KPMG and PWC.
The FMI recognised a gap in the industry, given the lack of coverage in accountancy qualification and financial analyst syllabi, and developed their courses to enable accountants and financial analysts to build clear and effective financial models, ultimately benefiting their organisations, their own career prospects and the overall standard of financial modelling in the industry.
Improving finance professionals and the finance industry as a whole is so engrained into the FMI’s core beliefs, that, unlike many professional qualification bodies, they have no membership fees.
With your AFM qualification, you’ll be joining an Alumni Directory of over 1,200 financial professionals, making you part of a truly exclusive group!
Advanced Financial Modeling course
Want to prove you’ve actually got the skills? The Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) is FMI’s flagship accreditation, built for people looking to get ahead in a crowded market.
Forget about easy multiple-choice questions. During this intense four-hour online test, you’ll tackle a proper case study and construct a full three-statement model from scratch. FMI gives you the tools to get a handle on the prep and pass the exam without second-guessing yourself, all from your own home.
The course offers you:
- 12 hours of tuition videos from FMI co-founder Ian Schnoor
- Accompanying spreadsheets
- AFM Body of Knowledge
- 2x practice exams
- 1x mock exam
- Exam readiness checklist
- FMI community membership
- Exam fee (for one exam)
Once qualified you will get:
- Your spot on the Alumni directory along with your LinkedIn badge, meaning you can easily be found by potential employers
- A social media badge that you can add to your profiles to showcase your qualification
- The AFM designation to add to your CV
About your Tutor:
Meet Ian Schnoor, Executive Director of the Financial Modeling Institute.
Ian teaches the Advanced Financial Modeling course at Queen’s University and is a past recipient of the Professor of the Year award in the Master of Finance program at the Smith School of Business.
Watch his video below to hear all about the AFM course, from Ian himself…
The next four exam sittings are: May 9th | July 11th | October 24th | February 20th
About the AFM exam
- A 4-hour online exam sat remotely
- Practical exam in which you create a financial model from scratch
- No official prerequisites, but some financial accounting knowledge is recommended (e.g. CIMA F1)
- Typically requires 75-100 hours of preparation time
- 60% pass rate, making it a passable exam if you put the required work in!
- The AFM qualification allows you to go on to do a further qualification to become a Chartered Financial Modeler
Your course guarantee
You can join the AFM course with zero risk, as the FMI provide a 14-day money-back guarantee.
This means you can try the course for 14 days, and, provided you haven’t booked your exam in that time, you can get a full refund if you feel that it’s not right for you.
What students say about the course…
Here are a few testimonials from former FMI students.
“I’m officially an Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) ✨
What once felt like an impossible feat has now become a reality and I’m still taking it all in. Passing the AFM exam is more than just a milestone for me, it’s a testament to discipline, consistency, and the power of the right support system.
Big thanks to the Financial Modeling Institute (FMI) for their guidance and support during the preparation period. The resources and sessions were top-tier and truly helpful. Achieving the AFM designation isn’t just a win — it’s an invitation to push further. I’m now more eager than ever to deepen my financial modeling skills and apply them across diverse industries and real-world business scenarios.
If you’re thinking of taking the leap into financial modeling, this is your sign. It’s challenging, yes but absolutely worth it.”
“I am delighted to congratulate each one of our team members who has obtained the Financial Modeling Institute (FMI) accreditation over the last year. This is a significant milestone that reflects our dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence in financial modelling at Deloitte Corporate Finance.
With this accomplishment, we are now the largest team of accredited financial modellers not just in Denmark, but in the Nordics. Additionally, we are proud to be the only team in the Nordics with with not just one, but five(!) team members who have obtained the Level 2 accreditation.
This advanced training and accreditation significantly move the needle in our ability to deliver stellar work to our clients. The skills and knowledge all accredited team members have acquired represent next-level financial modelling capabilities, enabling us to efficiently offer more sophisticated, accurate, and insightful financial analyses to our clients. This enhancement directly translates into better decision-making support for our clients, fostering stronger relationships and driving the success of our clients..”
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FMI Advanced Financial Modeler Course
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*According to an Excel survey of 326 Astranti students conducted in June 2022. 98% said that financial modelling skills would be useful for their careers.