The Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) Credential

The Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) is an examination-based certification and is widely regarded by treasury managers as one of the leading credentials in the field, reflecting a high standard of professionalism. The CTP designation is the only professional credential in treasury and cash management. Earning your CTP credential is a way to achieve recognition and advance your career.

The increasing emphasis on maximizing the earning power of liquid assets, and the need to improve efficiency in treasury operations, has placed new importance on the cash/treasury management function. The result is a more demanding job market, where certification as a CTP is a valuable asset for your professional growth.

More and more employers, faced with critical staffing decisions, are looking at the CTP credential as an added value in prospective employees. Many are actively seeking people with the CTP credential. To your peers, the CTP credential demonstrates your commitment to professional development and meeting new challenges.

More than 14,000 financial professionals, educators, and providers of cash management services around the world have earned the CTP designation. To qualify for the program, candidates must have two years of experience in a full-time, cash management-related position, or the equivalent educational or teaching background. The exam covers 16 content areas such as credit and accounts receivable management, short-term investments, electronic commerce, financial risk management and relationship management.

“CTP certification is a valuable asset for professional growth because it recognizes your specific job training and knowledge,” said AFP President and CEO Jim Kaitz. “When financial professionals are looking to make themselves more marketable to current and potential employers, achieving the CTP credential is a clear career advantage.”

Visit www.afponline.org for more information about the CTP credential and exam.