What is CGFM?
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Certified Government Financial Manager® (CGFM®) is a professional certification awarded by AGA, demonstrating competency in governmental accounting, auditing, financial reporting, internal controls and budgeting at the federal, state and local levels.
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What are the initial requirements?
To earn the CGFM, individuals must apply for the CGFM program and meet the following requirements:
- Ethics — read and agree to abide by AGA's Code of Ethics
- Education — have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Examinations — pass three comprehensive CGFM examinations
- Experience — have at least two years of professional-level experience in government financial management
Please see the National site at https://www.agacgfm.org/CGFM-Certification/About-CGFM.aspx for additonal links, how to apply, and other requirements for this certification.