ACCA Certificate in Public Financial Management (CertPFM)

Public sector institutions are under increasing pressure to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the management of public resources. Strong public financial management (PFM) systems are essential to ensure effective budgeting, sound expenditure control, improved service delivery, and credible financial reporting.

Recognizing the importance of robust financial governance in the public sector, BOOST Consulting & Training delivers the ACCA Certificate in Public Financial Management (CertPFM) program to equip professionals with a structured understanding of public financial management principles and international good practices. This professional-level course is designed to support candidates preparing for the CertPFM qualification while strengthening practical workplace knowledge.

The program covers key PFM areas such as strategic budgeting, public sector accounting, internal controls, procurement and expenditure management, financial reporting, governance, audit, and performance monitoring. Emphasis is placed on how these elements work together to promote fiscal discipline, efficient resource allocation, and accountability.

Through structured explanations, applied examples, and exam-focused guidance, participants will develop the ability to apply PFM tools and frameworks to support reform initiatives, improve financial oversight, and enhance transparency in public sector institutions.

• Understand the purpose, scope, and key components of Public Financial Management systems
•  Apply core concepts of public sector budgeting, fiscal planning, and resource allocation
•  Strengthen expenditure control through commitment controls, payment procedures, and monitoring
•  Understand public sector accounting principles and financial reporting requirements
•  Support improved governance and accountability through internal control and audit practices
•  Analyze financial information to support decision-making and performance management
•  Understand procurement and public spending processes and their financial implications
•  Support transparency initiatives through reporting, disclosure, and compliance practices
•  Improve audit readiness and contribute to PFM reforms and continuous improvement