The course is comprised of five modules which can be easily viewed in segments, with the total run time of about 5 1/2 hours. The FRAN-GUARD Video Course is recognized for 300 CFE credits. Upon completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will receive a certificate of course completion.     

• FRAN-GUARD Video Course - Now Available On Demand     
• 24/7     
• Great for individual, self-paced study and for group study     
• New IFA Members - Receive a Complimentary Enrollment in CFE program (see details below)     

Modules - Course Outline     

• Module I: Introduction & The Business Case for Compliance    
• Module II: Protecting Franchising from Within     
• Module III: Building a Culture of Compliance    
• Module IV: A Robust Regulatory Culture   
• Lunch Keynote with Brian Spindel    
• Module V: Implementing an Effective Regulatory Compliance Program    

Course Registration Fee - $395 (IFA Member)  $775 (Non-Member)  

IFA New Members - After registering for this course, please contact Rose DuPont at IFA - rdupont@franchise.org, to receive a complimentary enrollment form in the CFE program (value $300).    

IFA FRAN-GUARD, the International Franchise Association’s franchise sales management and compliance program, helps IFA members take proactive steps to reduce risks, manage growth, and build a stronger, healthier franchise system. It covers both the legal and business aspects of compliance witha series of modules designed for CEOs and senior executives, franchise development professionals, in-house counsel and franchise attorneys, paralegals and compliance managers.      

IFA FRAN-GUARD is designed for:     

• CEOs and Senior Executives     
• Not only does a system-side compliance program protect your franchise it can make it more profitable. Modules cover the Business Case for Compliance, Franchise Sales Growth & Management, and Best Practices.     
• Franchise Development Professionals     
• There’s more to compliance than legal requirements. Learn how a sales management and compliance program can increase your effectiveness and help drive franchise sales.     
• In-house Counsel, Franchise Attorneys, Paralegals and Compliance Managers      
• It’s important to integrate all aspects of franchise sales management and compliance, from disclosure to franchise sales, field support, and operations. IFA FRAN-GUARD modules cover practical steps to implement a system-wide compliance program.     
• All CFEs and CFE candidates