The Certified Finance Business Partner (CFBP)™

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Your Path to the CFO Seat

Stop Reporting.
Start Influencing.

Become the finance professional business leaders listen to.

4-Month Live Certification Program

Lead Conversations

Influence Decisions

Build Executive Presence

Designed for: FP&A professionals, Business Finance, Controlling, Finance Managers, and finance professionals ready to move from reporting to business impact.

Duration: 16 weeks

Format: Live cohort

Effort: 2 hours/week

Status: Enrollment Closed

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Unlock strategic finance skills & become a confident, high-impact business partner

CFBP - A Practical system to Standout

This is where you learn how to think like a business partner, communicate with impact, and influence real decisions.

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Global Perspectives on Finance Business Partnering

What Finance Leaders Are Saying

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“Technical skills get you in the room, but influence and curiosity are what make you indispensable.”

Faisal Bokhari

Group CFO and VP, Mohamed Yousuf Naghi

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“Successful Finance Business Partners combine strong analytical and digital capabilities with storytelling, influencing, and communication skills.”

Larysa Melnychuk

FP&A Trends Group

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“Technical skills will always matter, but critical thinking, communication, and influence are what truly differentiate great Finance Business Partners.”

Carl Seidman

Creator, The FP&A Mastery Signature Program

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“As more technical work gets augmented by AI, Finance Business Partnering becomes even more important for building quality relationships with the business.”

Paul Barnhurst

Founder of The FP&A Guy

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“With technological development, we have less and less excuse not to invest time in business partnering.”

Soufyan Hamid

Corporate Trainer, Lecturer and Speaker, The Finance Circle

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“Finance Business Partnering is not about reporting the numbers, it is about shaping the business decisions behind them.”

Syed Zeeshan

Group CFO, JW Corporation

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“Today’s finance practitioners are asked to be business-people first. Finance Business Partnering is the bridge that connects those areas.”

Bryan Lapidus

Director FP&A Practice, AFP

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“The value of finance isn’t in the numbers themselves, it’s in what you do with them. The best finance professionals turn data into decisions.”

Jonas Ilsø Christensen

Head of Business Performance, PNO

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“Once the robots arrive, the only thing left will be business partnering.”

Andrew Jepson

Founder & CEO, The FBP Team

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“CFOs and accountants must transition from being ‘bean counters’ to ‘bean growers’ by providing better information that stimulates insights.”

Gary Cokins

Founder & CEO, Analytics-Based Performance Management

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“Finance Business Partnering is about generating financial insights that guide business decisions, working closely with different teams.”

Abdul Samad

Group CFO, Martin Dow Ltd.

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“The finance professionals who will matter most are not the ones who get the numbers right. They are the ones who get the decision right.”

Asif Masani

Program Director, FPI

Program Outcomes

What You Will Walk Away With in 16 Weeks

This is not a theory-heavy program. It is a capability-building journey. Every outcome is designed to change how you influence decisions and partner with business leaders.

Finance Business Partner Operating Model

A clear model of how you create value as a business partner, moving from reporting to insight, influence, and business outcomes.

Business Acumen & Value Driver Toolkit

Practical tools to understand how the business makes money, identify key value drivers, and connect KPIs to financial performance.

Decision Support Playbook

A repeatable approach to turn analysis into recommendations, including trade-offs, risks, opportunities, and decision narratives leaders can act on.

Scenario & Forecasting Toolkit

Stronger planning through driver-based thinking, scenarios, and forecasting that supports faster and better business decisions.

Executive Communication & Presence

The ability to communicate with clarity and confidence — using storytelling with numbers, simplified messaging, and executive-level presence.

Stakeholder Influence Strategy

Structured approaches to stakeholder mapping, influencing without authority, handling resistance, and building trust across the business.

Reporting & Dashboard Upgrade

A decision-focused reporting approach that executives actually read, highlighting what matters, removing noise, and improving insight delivery.

Finance Business Partner Capstone

A complete capstone presentation: problem diagnosis, insights, recommendations, and an execution plan, delivered in an executive-style format.

Your Capstone Outcome

You will present your capstone to an executive-style panel and graduate with a clear 90-day action plan you can apply immediately in your role.

Breakouts Weekly Capstone Presentation 90-Day Action Plan

Program Format

How the Program Works

A structured 16-week journey for busy finance professionals — weekly live sessions, breakout practice every class, guided workplace application, a capstone presentation, and access to a global peer community.

Live Weekly Session (Saturday)

One live session/week (2 hours) focused on frameworks + real partnering.
Breakout in Every Session

Every week includes a breakout (case/role-play) so you practice, not just learn.
Weekly Application

Simple tasks to apply learning at work — turning progress into visible impact.
Capstone Project + Presentation

Build a real case and present it executive-style with a 90-day action plan.
Global Finance Leader Community

Lifetime access to a curated global community of finance professionals to share challenges, insights, tools, and career opportunities beyond the classroom.

Cohort Snapshot

16 Weeks • One Cohort • Real Outcomes

Designed to balance learning with execution. Each week has a focus and an applied output.

Duration

16 weeks

Live

Sat • 2 hours

Weekly Work

60–120 mins

Practice

Breakout weekly

Final Output

Capstone + 90-day plan

Community

Global • Lifetime access

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Limited seats to keep feedback high-quality • Global peer community included.

Your Transformation

Before CFBP vs After CFBP

This is not just learning. It is a shift in how you are seen in your organization.

Before CFBP

Preparing reports

Explaining numbers

Waiting to be asked

Low visibility

After CFBP

Leading business conversations

Influencing decisions

Driving discussions

Trusted by leadership

The real outcome

You move from being seen as someone who reports the numbers to someone who helps shape business decisions.

Real Professional Feedback

Trusted by Finance Professionals and Senior Leaders

Feedback from professionals who attended Syed Nadeem’s sessions, courses, mentoring and workshops, combined with leadership recommendations received by Zia Mustafa from senior executives and business leaders.

Syed Nadeem

“Syed breaks down finance business partnering in a way that’s clear, practical, and easy to apply. It helped me shift from just reporting numbers to actually influencing business decisions.”

Ateeq Hussain

Syed Nadeem

“The guidance was tailored specifically to my goals and current stage in the industry. I left with a clear action plan and renewed confidence.”

Bahadur Shah

Syed Nadeem

“It shifted my thinking from employee to partner. I learned new skills in my duties.”

Falah Abuzaid

Syed Nadeem

“Your communication and influencing skills are at the heart of your career. You can easily bridge the gap from where you are to where you want to be.”

Usman Yousaf

Zia Mustafa

“Zia is a polished senior executive with excellent communication skills and a deep level of business knowledge and strategic thinking.”

Saleem Sufi

Dean & Director, MECA CFO Academy

Zia Mustafa

“Beyond technical expertise, Zia is a brilliant communicator. He can translate complex financial concepts into clear, concise, and engaging messages.”

Hammad Siddiqui

Founder & Startup Advisor

Zia Mustafa

“He has the right attitude and skillset to translate business targets and risks into financial targets, risks, and P&L-driven metrics.”

Kris Brusselmans

EVP Maritime & Logistics, Milaha

Zia Mustafa

“He is a good Finance Business Partner, consistent in his performance, reliable, and sees the big picture.”

Ihab Badawi

Managing Director

Curriculum Overview

4 Pillars • 16 Weeks • One Integrated Business Partnering Journey

Each pillar runs for 4 weeks. Every week includes a live session, breakout practice, an applied assignment, and progress toward your capstone project, ending in an executive-style presentation.

Pillar 1

Finance Business Partnering Foundations

Build the mindset, business acumen, and trust to partner with leaders.

Week 1

The Modern Finance Business Partner

Week 2

Business Acumen & Value Drivers

Week 3

Trust, Credibility & Executive Presence

Week 4

Financial Storytelling Foundations

Pillar 2

Business Strategy & Executive Communication

Connect numbers to value drivers and guide profitable business actions.

Week 5

Business Strategic Foundation

Week 6

Strategy Formulation

Week 7

Executive Communication

Week 8

Influence without Authority

Pillar 3

Strategic Finance Leadership & Transformation

Build the leadership and influence to drive decisions and lead change across the business.

Week 9

Leading as a Finance Partner

Week 10

Finance Transformation & Change

Week 11

Advanced Storytelling with Numbers

Week 12

Personal Branding & Relationship Building

Pillar 4

Commercial, Analytical & AI Excellence

Translate strategy into clear, compelling communication that drives decisions and action.

Week 13

FP&A for Business Partnering

Week 14

Decision Support & Profitability Conversations

Week 15

AI for Finance Business Partners

Week 16

Capstone Presentations

Included in the program

Weekly live sessions • weekly breakouts • applied assignments • capstone project & executive presentation

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Enrollment

Enroll in Certified Finance Business Partner (CFBP)

16-week live cohort with weekly breakouts, workplace application, and a capstone presentation.

Certified Finance Business Partner (CFBP)

One complete program. One cohort. One certification outcome.

16 live sessions (Saturday • 2 hours)
Breakout practice in every class
4 pillars: Foundations • Commercial • Influence • Leadership
Weekly assignments & applied tools
Capstone project (real business case)
Capstone presentation + 90-day action plan

Seats are limited to protect breakout quality + feedback.

Live cohort learning • Weekly breakouts • Practical frameworks • Capstone presentation

Pricing

PRICING OPTION

Same cohort. Same certification outcome. Choose what fits you best.

Early-Bird Limited seats to protect breakout quality + feedback.

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$1,995

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Live cohort learning • Weekly breakouts • Practical frameworks • Capstone presentation

Your Trainers

Meet the Faculty

Learn from practitioners who combine finance leadership experience with executive communication and influence.

Syed Nadeem

Strategic Finance Leader | Founder, FBPToday

Senior finance leader and educator with 20+ years across business partnering, FP&A, performance management, and finance capability building — practical, workplace-driven, and focused on decision influence.

20+ years across FP&A, business partnering, and finance leadership
Founder of FBPToday, Faculty member of MECA CFO Academy
Coached and trained thousands of professionals globally
Strategic finance, storytelling with numbers, stakeholder influence

Leads: FBP Foundations • Commercial Excellence • Leadership & Career Acceleration

Zia Mustafa

Executive Communication Expert | Leadership Coach

Leadership communication specialist and executive coach helping finance and business leaders strengthen presence, clarity, and influence in high-stakes meetings, difficult conversations, and executive presentations.

INSEAD alumni & Faculty Member of MECA CFO Academy
Executive communication, storytelling, leadership presence
Difficult conversations & influence without authority
Cross-cultural communication for global leadership teams
Practice-driven coaching with real-time feedback

Leads: Influence & Executive Communication • Presence • Difficult Conversations

Guest Speakers

Learn from Leading CFOs & Industry Experts

Real-world finance leadership. Real boardroom decisions. Real career lessons.

Saleem Sufi

Dean & Director, MECA CFO Academy

Saleem Sufi is a CFO leadership coach and Founder of MECA CFO Academy, empowering finance professionals to step into strategic, future-ready leadership roles. With over 20 years of global finance experience, he mentors aspiring CFOs to elevate their impact, influence, and career growth.

Faisal Bokhari

Group CFO & VP - Mohamed Yousuf Naghi

Faisal Bokhari is the Group CFO and Group Vice President at Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Group, with extensive experience in driving strategic growth, financial leadership, and operational excellence across diversified businesses in Saudi Arabia.

Ahmed Dawoud

CFO - Al Safi Danone

Ahmed Dawoud is a senior finance leader and CFO with deep experience in driving finance transformation, performance management, and strategic decision-making across large, complex organizations in the Middle East.

Dr. Mohamed Elrouby

CEO & FP&A Program Director, HOFT Academy

Global FP&A and Strategy leader, with more than 23 years of experience in top multinational organizations. Work experience in Novartis, J&J, Takeda, Pharmanovia, Allergan and Energizer. CIMA qualified and certified FP&A.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before enrolling in the CFBP program.

Who is this program designed for?

This program is designed for finance professionals — FP&A, Finance Managers, Business Controllers, and aspiring Finance Business Partners — who want to influence decisions and operate as strategic partners.

Is this a technical accounting course?

No. This is a business partnering capability program. We use finance tools and analysis, but the focus is on business acumen, decision support, communication, and stakeholder influence.

What is the time commitment each week?

2 hours live every Saturday + 60–120 minutes for application/assignment. The program is designed for working professionals.

Do you really do breakout sessions every week?

Yes. Every session includes a structured breakout — case discussion, role-play, or decision simulation — so you practice the exact skills required in business partnering.

What is the capstone project?

You will work on a real partnering scenario (from your role or a provided case) and build an executive-ready recommendation. You’ll present it in Week 16 and graduate with a 90-day action plan.

What happens if I miss a live session?

Live participation is strongly recommended because of the breakouts and practice. If recordings are available for your cohort, you can catch up — but the full value is in live interaction.

Is this program relevant across industries?

Yes. The frameworks are industry-agnostic — you apply them to your context through assignments and the capstone.

How much does the program cost?

The program fee is $1,495 as a one-time payment for the full 16-week cohort.

How do I enroll?

Click Reserve my Spot, complete registration, and you’ll receive onboarding details before the cohort starts.

Still have questions?

If you’re unsure whether this program is right for you, apply anyway and we’ll guide you.

write us at [email protected] or WhatsApp: 00971 50 584 6115

Ready to Become a Trusted Business Partner?

Become the Finance Professional Who Influences Decisions, Creates Value, and Partners with Leaders.

Certified Finance Business Partner (CFBP) is a 16-week live cohort designed to upgrade how you think, communicate, and influence as a finance professional — ending with an executive-style capstone and a clear 90-day action plan.

16-week live cohort Breakout every session Capstone presentation Now $1,495 (was $1,995)

Secure My Seat View Curriculum

Seats are limited to keep sessions highly interactive. Enrollment closes once the cohort is full.

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Apply for the CFBP Program

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CFBP - A Practical system to Standout

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Business Acumen & Value Driver Toolkit

Decision Support Playbook

Scenario & Forecasting Toolkit

Executive Communication & Presence

Stakeholder Influence Strategy

Reporting & Dashboard Upgrade

Finance Business Partner Capstone

Your Capstone Outcome

Live Weekly Session (Saturday)

Breakout in Every Session

Weekly Application

Capstone Project + Presentation

Global Finance Leader Community

The real outcome

Ateeq Hussain

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Falah Abuzaid

Usman Yousaf

Saleem Sufi

Hammad Siddiqui

Kris Brusselmans

Ihab Badawi

Finance Business Partnering Foundations

Business Strategy & Executive Communication

Strategic Finance Leadership & Transformation

Commercial, Analytical & AI Excellence

Included in the program

Certified Finance Business Partner (CFBP)

Full Payment

Monthly Plan

Syed Nadeem

Zia Mustafa

Saleem Sufi

Faisal Bokhari

Ahmed Dawoud

Dr. Mohamed Elrouby

Still have questions?

Become the Finance Professional Who Influences Decisions, Creates Value, and Partners with Leaders.

Stop Reporting.
Start Influencing.