Certification: Certified Franchise Executive (CFE)
1501 K Street, N.W., Suite 350 Washington, DC 20005
As a CFE you commit yourself to lifelong learning and an ongoing pursuit of knowledge of franchising. Among franchise leaders, the CFE designation has become widely known and recognized as a mark of distinction that offers a wide range of benefits. Individuals pursue the CFE for a variety of reasons, including professional development, career planning and professional pride, dedication to their career, a personal belief in the franchising
industry, and self-fulfillment.
industry, and self-fulfillment.
- More than two years of education or training after high school required?
- Yes
- More than two years of work experience required?
- Yes
- Oral or Written Exam Required?
- Yes
- Renewal Required?
- Every 3 Year(s)
- Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
- Yes
- Renew through Re-Examination?
- No
- Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
- Yes
- Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
- No
Advanced
The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher and has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years, or requires obtaining a ‘core’ level certification from the same organization.