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ICAEW Business and Finance Professional (BFP) benefits

In addition to the prestige associated with the BFP status, ICAEW BFP holders also have access to a wide range of resources to support them in their personal and professional development.

Benefits of being a BFP holder:

Professional recognition

  • Gain a globally recognised professional title Business & Finance Professional (BFP)
  • Use the designatory letters BFP to showcase your credentials and expertise

Career advancement

  • Demonstrate your up-to-date business and financial skills, opening doors to new career opportunities
  • Enhance credibility and trust with employers, clients and colleagues.

Access to exclusive resources

  • Access a comprehensive range of resources designed to support both personal and professional growth.
  • Explore an extensive A-Z reference materials, covering a wide range of finance, accounting and business topics, including the elements you’ll have covered in your CFAB exams.

Commitment to ethics

  • Demonstrate your integrity and adherence to ICAEW’s globally respected Code of Ethics, a quality highly valued by employers.

Lifestyle benefits

Support helplines

  • Get support for technical and ethical queries when you need it.
  • Benefit from the expertise of ICAEW’s library research team.

Industry updates

  • Stay informed with the latest news and insights in business, finance and beyond through regular newsletters.
More information about becoming a BFP

If you have any questions about applying for the ICAEW Business and Finance Professional designation please get in touch:

BFP guide

This guide outlines the steps to achieve the BFP designation, its many benefits, and the resources available to support your journey.

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Further resources

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Start your application

Information on how to get started on the right route for you.

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Requirements

There are three key elements to complete before you can apply for BFP.

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FAQs

Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) for BFP.

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