Get Franchise Certified
If you’re looking to take your company and career to the next level in franchising, join IFA’s community of 2500+ active Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) program participants.
Explore the process, course offerings and benefits of the program, then get started on becoming a Certified Franchise Executive today.
The Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) is the gold standard for leadership and accomplishment in the franchising community. Participants in the CFE program access courses in business development, franchise management, leadership, legal compliance, operations, marketing and more. The goal of the CFE program is to provide you with powerful learning and resources for all aspects of franchising, so that you can more effectively lead your company, your team and your career growth.
Whether you’re just getting started in franchising or looking to accelerate your growth, the CFE program provides learning options to meet your interests and goals. IFA and our partners offer you countless ways to achieve your CFE through on-demand learning, live events and courses through renowned Universities.
CFE candidates benefit from courses like Fran-Guard, a program that highlights the legal and business aspects of franchise sales, management, and compliance. Required coursework also includes the Foundations of Franchising course that takes candidates on a learning journey through franchise fundamentals, franchise law, HR infrastructure, leadership, and so much more.
Getting Started to become a CFE
Your journey begins by submitting an enrollment application. Once you’re welcomed into the CFE program, you’ll register for a IFA Foundations of Franchising session and enroll in online CFE approved courses.
Learn more about the steps to becoming a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE), including the core course components and ways to earn education credits through CFE-approved learning, then start the process to becoming a CFE Today.
Explore the Benefits of Your CFE Designation
Recognition and Higher Credibility in Franchising
As the gold standard of leadership and accomplishment in franchising, your CFE designation raises your profile by demonstrating your years of experience, commitment to building expertise, and a desire to drive results with high standards.
Join an Exclusive Network
The CFE Program, combined with IFA events, creates rich opportunities for you to network with industry professionals while you’re building expertise and experience. Sharing ideas and best practices with other franchisors, franchisees and suppliers is a great way to build lasting relationships.
Show Your Commitment to Franchising
Your CFE designation is earned through a rigorous curriculum that shows your commitment to ethical and effective franchising via your company, team and career.
Build Your Personal Skills
The CFE program helps you learn the latest trends to stay competitive, build your personal brand and network, and hone the franchise management skills that can take your company and career to new heights.
Continuous Learning and Growth
Your CFE designation is just the beginning. Maintaining your CFE is a commitment to continuous learning, so you can stay current with the latest trends and best practices in franchising, build new relationships and grow as a franchising leader.
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Explore“The CFE program has provided me with invaluable knowledge to better support our franchisees at Senior Helpers. Strengthening my skills in franchise law, finance, marketing, ethics, and strategy has equipped me with the tools and confidence to guide our franchisees in achieving their goals and to provide better care for our clients.”
David Chandler, CFE Senior Director of Strategic Programs, Senior Helpers
Meet Our Education Team
Sandie Curtis, CFE, IPMA-SCP, JMT
Vice President, Education
202.662.0771
scurtis@franchise.org
Melissa Chang
Director, Education
202.662.0789
mchang@franchise.org
Brittney Cosby
Senior Manager, Certification Programs
202.662.0772
bcosby@franchise.org