Member societies recognize that IFTA Certification represents the highest achievement and recognition by peers in the Technical Analysis community. The IFTA certification program is split into a professional certification, Certified Financial Technician (CFTe) and the Master level designation, Master of Financial Technical Analysis (MFTA).
Certified Financial Technician (CFTe)
The IFTA Certified Financial Technician (CFTe) consists of CFTe I and II, which together constitute a complete professional program. The two examinations culminate in the award of this internationally recognized professional qualification in Technical Analysis. Examinations The exams test not only technical skills, but also ethics and international market knowledge. CFTe I: This multiple-choice exam covers a wide range of technical knowledge and understanding of the principals of Technical Analysis, usually not involving actual experience. CFTe II: This exam incorporates a number of questions requiring an essay based analysis and answers. For this, the candidate should demonstrate a depth of knowledge and experience in applying various methods of technical analysis. The exam provides a number of current charts covering one specific market (often an equity), to be analyzed as though for a Fund Manager. IFTA’s next CFTe II examination will be held on April 18, 2012. The deadline to register is March 2, 2012. Click here to register! Cost of the exams is: IFTA Member Colleagues Non-Members *Additional Fees (CFTe II only): |
Master of Financial Technical Analysis (MFTA)
IFTA’s Master of Financial Technical Analysis (MFTA) requires an original body of research. It is intended to be a rigorous demonstration of professionalism in the global arena of technical analysis. It is anticipated that most candidates for MFTA will have some academic background, and this should convey the high standard against which these papers will be judged. Examinations In order to complete this level and receive your MFTA Diploma, you must write a research paper of no less than three thousand and no more than five thousand words. Charts, figures and tables may be presented in addition. Your paper must meet the following criteria:
Cost of the exam is: IFTA Member Colleagues Non-Members |
Further Information
For more information on these certifications, please e-mail admin -a- ifta.org. or go to the Certified Financial Technician (CFTe) Program or Master of Financial Technical Analysis (MFTA) Program pages.