(CPFAS)​

Certificate of Proficiency in Financial Accounting Standards

CPFAS at a Glance

FAS's Covered

Exam Centers Globally

Self Study (Hours)

Module Examination  

CPFAS Program Overview

CPFAS is an advanced-level certificate program for Islamic finance accountancy professionals focusing on developing correct understanding, interpretation, and implementation skills of AAOIFI financial accounting standards. It emphasizes practical technical knowledge for application at Islamic financial institutions (IFIs) and Islamic finance transactions.

Why obtain the CPFAS certificate?

  • Combines powerful learning content with excellent career opportunities
  • Develops critical implementation skills for FASs
  • Enhances professional credibility in Islamic finance

Powerful learning content

  • Based on AAOIFI standards developed by industry founders and practitioners
  • Focuses on understanding, interpreting, and implementing FASs requirements
  • Develops expertise in applying standards at IFIs and for Islamic finance transactions

Excellent career opportunities

• Growing demand from regulators adopting AAOIFI standards
• Backed by AAOIFI's global recognition in Islamic finance
• Recognized by regulators, IFIs, and professional organizations worldwide
• Validates expertise in FASs implementation

Language

  • Currently offered in Arabic and English

2026 Exam Registration Deadlines

  • April Exam: Register by 31 March 2026
  • June Exam: Register by 1 May 2026
  • December Exam: Register by 7 November 2026

CPFAS Exam Registration Fee

The AAOIFI Standard fee is USD 550, and this price is all-inclusive, covering the Registration fee, the necessary Study text, a Mock exam for preparation, the actual Examination sitting, and the issuance of the CPFAS certificate and shipping of CPFAS certificate.

TAIF Discounted Fee for CPFAS Exam Registration


$ 385 only

Discounted Fee does not include certificate shipping charges.

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