The National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (NACVA) is an organization dedicated to supporting and developing professionals in the field of valuation, litigation and related services. Founded in 1991, NACVA is one of the leading professional organizations in its field, with over 7,000 members located throughout North America.
NACVA provides continuing education, certification, and resources for its members, allowing them to stay up to date on the latest best practices in valuation. The organization also works closely with industry partners to promote professional standards and the proper application of financial valuations.
NACVA offers accredited professional training programs. The Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) certification is its most prestigious program, requiring successful completion of courses and an examination. The CVA designation distinguishes those who specialize in asset valuations, business combinations, financial forensics, and other finance disciplines. This program is the first step toward the more rigorous Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF), which requires significant training and years of experience to achieve.
In addition, NACVA offers specialized certifications for appraisal review, business appraisals, and master business appraisals. The Accredited in Business Appraisal Review (ABAR), Certified Business Appraiser (CBA), and Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA) certifications require passing written exams that assess the candidate’s knowledge in each of these respective fields. All of these certifications give those in the professional service of finance and valuation the recognition, credibility, and competitive advantage that come with the use of cutting-edge valuation techniques and standards.
By providing certification programs, education courses, and support to its members, NACVA is a leader in the development and advancement of professional valuation and litigation services. Its partnership with other leading organizations helps ensure that members adhere to the highest professional standards of integrity, competency, and objectivity when performing valuation services.
NACVA provides continuing education, certification, and resources for its members, allowing them to stay up to date on the latest best practices in valuation. The organization also works closely with industry partners to promote professional standards and the proper application of financial valuations.
NACVA offers accredited professional training programs. The Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) certification is its most prestigious program, requiring successful completion of courses and an examination. The CVA designation distinguishes those who specialize in asset valuations, business combinations, financial forensics, and other finance disciplines. This program is the first step toward the more rigorous Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF), which requires significant training and years of experience to achieve.
In addition, NACVA offers specialized certifications for appraisal review, business appraisals, and master business appraisals. The Accredited in Business Appraisal Review (ABAR), Certified Business Appraiser (CBA), and Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA) certifications require passing written exams that assess the candidate’s knowledge in each of these respective fields. All of these certifications give those in the professional service of finance and valuation the recognition, credibility, and competitive advantage that come with the use of cutting-edge valuation techniques and standards.
By providing certification programs, education courses, and support to its members, NACVA is a leader in the development and advancement of professional valuation and litigation services. Its partnership with other leading organizations helps ensure that members adhere to the highest professional standards of integrity, competency, and objectivity when performing valuation services.