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Finops Certified Practitioner (FCP)

ABOUT FINOPS CERTIFICATION

The GSDC FinOps Certified Practitioner (FCP) certification is a globally recognized credential that validates professionals' expertise in financial operations (FinOps). This FinOps foundation certification exam, offered by GSDC, assesses individuals' practical knowledge and skills in financial governance, cost analysis, and budgeting for cloud computing environments. 


By earning the FinOps certification, professionals demonstrate their ability to optimize cloud costs and align financial goals with organizational objectives, enhancing their career prospects as qualified FinOps practitioners.The GSDC FinOps Certified Practitioner (FCP) certification is an esteemed credential for individuals seeking to establish their expertise in FinOps. 


By successfully passing the certification exam, professionals can distinguish themselves as competent practitioners in financial operations within cloud computing environments.The finops certified professional certification signifies their proficiency in implementing cost-effective strategies, enabling organizations to make informed financial decisions and maximize the value of their cloud investments.

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OBJECTIVES of Finops Certification

  • Verify FinOps competency.
  • Evaluate financial analysis skills.
  • Optimize cloud cost management.
  • Align financial strategies.
  • Enhance professional opportunities.
  • Validate FinOps expertise.
  • Assess financial skills.
  • Align financial goals.
  • Enhance career prospects.
 

Target Audiences For FiNOPS certification:

Cloud Spend Budget Owner

FinOps practitioner, FinOps Analyst

Director of Cloud Optimizations

Manager of Cloud Operations

Cloud Cost Optimization Data Analyst

Service Delivery Manager, Principal Systems Engineer

IT Program and Portfolio Management Leader

Technology leader

Head of Cloud Center of Excellence

CTO, CIO, CFO

IT finance

Head of Cloud Center of Excellence

 

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BENEFITS of Finops Certification

After the completion of this FinOps Foundation Certification, participants will be able to:

Enhances job prospects in FinOps.

Facilitates career advancement.
Optimizes cloud cost management .

Demonstrates FinOps expertise.

Builds credibility and trust.
Equips with in-demand skills.
Establishes excellence in FinOps.
Drives cost savings and profitability.
 

Pre-requisites of finops Practitioner certification

A basic understanding of cloud computing and at least one public cloud provider is a prerequisite for the FINOPS Certified Practitioner certification.

 

 EXAMINATION of FinOps Foundation 

90-minutes exam.
40-multiple choice questions (MCQ).
26 out of 40. 65% is needed to pass.
In case the participant does not score the passing percentage, they will be granted a 2nd attempt at no additional cost. Re-examination can be taken up to 30 days from the date of the 1st exam attempt.es should Tick against only one correct answer in Multiple Choice Questions. 

 

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EXAM SYLLABUS of FINOPS PRACTITIONER CERTIFICATION

  • 1.Introduction to FinOps
    • Understanding the definition and core concepts of FinOps.
    • Exploring the historical background of FinOps.
    • Grasping the fundamental principles of FinOps.
    • Contrasting the traditional and modern approaches to FinOps.
  • 2. Challenges of Cloud in FinOps
    • Cloud selection and procurement challenges.
    • Implementation and technical hurdles.
    • Communication changes in cloud adoption.
    • Managing work on the cloud.
    • Multiple cloud management complexities.
    • Addressing cloud failures.
  • 3. FinOps Team Dynamics
    • Defining the roles and responsibilities of the FinOps team.
    • Ensuring the selection of the appropriate team members.
    • Identifying the necessary skills for the FinOps team.
    • Determining the optimal size of the FinOps team.
    • Establishing the position and composition of the FinOps team.
  • 4.FinOps Key Features
    • The six pillars of the FinOps framework
    • Promoting team collaboration within FinOps.
    • Making business value the driving factor behind cloud-related decisions.
    • Encouraging individual ownership and accountability for cloud usage.
    • Ensuring accessible and timely FinOps reports.
    • Establishing a centralized team to spearhead FinOps initiatives.
    • Leveraging the variable cost model offered by the cloud.
  • 5.FinOps Lifecycle Overview
    • Exploring the fundamentals of the FinOps lifecycle.
    • Understanding the purpose and significance of the FinOps lifecycle.
    • Identifying the different phases within the FinOps lifecycle.
    • Highlighting the key processes involved in the FinOps lifecycle.
  • 6. FinOps Terminologies & the Cloud Spend
    • Understanding key FinOps terminologies.
    • Familiarizing with FinOps terms and regulations.
    • Managing cloud spending effectively.
    • Handling cloud bills and purchases.

Review


Levi Johnson

Designation - Senior Financial Analyst

Obtaining GSDC FinOps Certified Practitioner (FCP) certification helped me stand out in the competitive finance industry. The exam thoroughly tested my knowledge and skills, and the certification has been a valuable asset for my career growth.

Monica Francis

Designation - Finance Manager

 I found the GSDC FinOps Certified Practitioner (FCP) exam to be challenging, but it was worth it. The certification has helped me gain credibility with clients and peers, and I have received several new job opportunities as a result. If you are serious about your finance career, I highly recommend taking the FCP exam. 

David Naots

Designation - Financial Controller

The GSDC FinOps Certified Professional exam was an excellent investment in my career. The exam was brief and provided a thorough understanding of financial operations. The certification has helped me gain the trust of my clients and colleagues, and I have already received a promotion at work. I highly recommend the FinOps Foundation certification to any finance professional looking to improve their skills and career prospects.

 

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