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ACCA Qualification
ACCA qualification: the three levels, up to 13 exams, cost, entry routes and an honest take on whether becoming ACCA-qualified is worth it in 2026.
advanced · Finance & Accounting · GBP 100–GBP 300 (per exam, plus annual fees. Confirm current fees with ACCA.)
HRCI (HR Certification Institute)Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)
The HRCI aPHR exam: the five weighted functional areas, US$400 cost, no-experience eligibility, format and whether the entry-level HR credential is worth it.
beginner · Human Resources · $400 (US$300 exam fee + US$100 application fee = US$400 total. Approximate; confirm current details with HRCI.)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02)
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02): the entry-level AWS exam explained - format, fee, who it suits and whether it is worth taking in 2026.
beginner · IT & Cloud · $100
Amazon Web Services (AWS)AWS Developer – Associate (DVA-C02)
AWS Developer – Associate (DVA-C02): exam format, cost, domains, difficulty and whether this AWS developer certification is worth it in 2026.
intermediate · IT & Cloud · $150
Amazon Web Services (AWS)AWS Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03)
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03): exam format, cost, difficulty, domains and an honest take on whether it is worth it in 2026.
intermediate · IT & Cloud · $150
Amazon Web Services (AWS)AWS Solutions Architect Professional (SAP-C02)
AWS Solutions Architect Professional (SAP-C02): the four domains, cost, difficulty and whether the advanced AWS architecture certification is worth it in 2026.
expert · IT & Cloud · $300 (confirm current pricing with AWS.)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)AWS SysOps Administrator Associate (SOA-C02)
SOA-C02 has retired - the associate AWS operations exam is now CloudOps Engineer (SOA-C03). Domains, cost, study path and an honest take on the SysOps/CloudOps
advanced · IT & Cloud · $150 (confirm current pricing with AWS.)
MicrosoftAzure Developer Associate (AZ-204)
Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204): the skill areas, cost, difficulty and whether the Azure development certification is worth it in 2026. Source-checked.
advanced · IT & Cloud · $165 (approximate; confirm current pricing with Microsoft.)
MicrosoftAzure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305): the design areas, cost, difficulty and whether the Azure architect certification is worth it in 2026. Source-checked.
expert · IT & Cloud · $165 (approximate; confirm current pricing with Microsoft.)
CAIA AssociationCAIA (CAIA Association)
CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst): the two levels, cost, difficulty and how it compares with the CFA and FRM in 2026. Source-checked.
advanced · Finance & Accounting · $1000 (per level (approximate), plus a one-time enrolment fee. Confirm current pricing with CAIA.)
Project Management Institute (PMI)CAPM (PMI)
CAPM by PMI: exam format, cost, the education requirement, difficulty and whether this entry-level project management certification is worth it.
beginner · Project Management · $225–$300 (member / non-member)
ISC2CCSP (ISC2)
CCSP by ISC2: the six cloud-security domains, exam format and passing score, the five-year experience rule, cost, renewal and whether this cert is worth it.
expert · Cybersecurity · $599 (approximate; varies by region, currency and tax)
EC-CouncilCertified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): exam format, cost, eligibility, difficulty and an honest take on whether this offensive-security certification is worth it.
intermediate · Cybersecurity · $1199 (plus eligibility / training)
Scrum AllianceCertified ScrumMaster (CSM)
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM): the required 16-hour CST course, the open-book exam, cost, validity and whether the Scrum Alliance cert is worth it. Verified.
beginner · Project Management · $250–$2495 (Approximate. The CSM fee is bundled into the required course and is set by the Certified Scrum Trainer (CST), so it varies widely. The course price typically includes two exam attempts. Confirm the current price with the course provider.)
CFA InstituteCFA Level I (CFA Institute)
CFA Program Level I: exam format, the ten topics, cost, pass rates and an honest take on whether starting the CFA is worth it in 2026.
advanced · Finance & Accounting · $940–$1250 (plus a one-time enrolment fee. Confirm current fees with CFA Institute.)
CFA InstituteCFA Level II (CFA Institute)
CFA Level 2 (CFA II) explained: the item-set format, syllabus and topic weights, difficulty, pass rate, and how to plan your study. Source-checked.
advanced · Finance & Accounting · $940–$1250 (per exam window; the one-time enrolment is already paid at Level I. Confirm current fees with CFA Institute.)
CFA InstituteCFA Level III (CFA Institute)
CFA Level III: the essay (constructed-response) format, the 2025 specialised pathways, pass rates, and how passing it plus experience earns the CFA charter.
advanced · Finance & Accounting · $940–$1250 (per exam window; enrolment already paid at Level I. Confirm current fees with CFA Institute.)
CFP BoardCFP (CFP Board)
CFP certification explained: the computer-based exam format, eight knowledge areas, cost, the education, experience and ethics requirements, and is it worth it.
advanced · Finance & Accounting · $825–$1025 (approximate: US$925 standard, US$825 early, US$1,025 late. Confirm current fees with CFP Board.)
Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) from The IIA: the three exam parts, the 600 passing score, cost, eligibility and whether it is worth it in 2026.
advanced · Finance & Accounting · $120–$445 (Application plus a fee per part; IIA members pay less than non-members. Confirm current fees with The IIA.)
ISACACISA (ISACA)
CISA by ISACA: the five domains and official weights, the 150-question exam, the five-year audit experience rule, cost, and whether it is worth it in 2026.
advanced · Cybersecurity · $575–$760 (US$575 member / US$760 non-member, plus a US$50 application fee (approximate - confirm on ISACA's site))
CiscoCisco CCNA (200-301)
Cisco CCNA (200-301): exam format, cost, topics, difficulty and whether the entry-level Cisco networking certification is worth it in 2026.
intermediate · IT & Cloud · $300
ISACACISM (ISACA)
CISM by ISACA: exam format, the four domains, experience requirement, cost and whether this security-management certification is worth it in 2026.
advanced · Cybersecurity · $575–$760 (member / non-member)
ISC2CISSP (ISC2)
CISSP by ISC2: exam format, the eight domains, the work-experience requirement, cost and whether this senior cybersecurity certification is worth it.
expert · Cybersecurity · $749
CNCF (Cloud Native Computing Foundation)CKA (CNCF)
CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator): the hands-on format, cost, difficulty, the curriculum domains and whether it is worth it in 2026. Source-checked.
advanced · IT & Cloud · $395 (typically includes one free retake; confirm current pricing with the Linux Foundation.)
CNCF (Cloud Native Computing Foundation)CKAD (CNCF)
CKAD exam (Kubernetes Application Developer): the hands-on format, cost, difficulty and whether it is worth it in 2026. Source-checked.
advanced · IT & Cloud · $395 (typically includes one free retake; confirm current pricing with the Linux Foundation.)
IMA (Institute of Management Accountants)CMA (IMA)
CMA (IMA): the two parts, cost, requirements, difficulty and how the management-accounting certification compares to CPA and CFA in 2026.
advanced · Finance & Accounting · $460 (per part, plus IMA membership and entrance fee. Confirm current fees with IMA.)
CompTIACompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003)
CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003): exam format, cost, focus areas, difficulty and how this analyst-level certification compares to Security+ in 2026.
intermediate · Cybersecurity · $404
CompTIACompTIA Network+ (N10-009)
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009): exam format, cost, topics, difficulty and how this vendor-neutral networking certification compares to CCNA in 2026.
intermediate · IT & Cloud · $369
CompTIACompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701): exam format, cost, the five domains, difficulty and whether this entry-level cybersecurity certification is worth it.
intermediate · Cybersecurity · $404
DatabricksDatabricks Certified Data Engineer Associate
Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate guide: the 45-question format, US$200 cost, two-year validity, what it covers and whether it is worth it.
intermediate · Data & Analytics · $200 (US$200 per attempt (plus any applicable tax). Confirm the current fee and your local tax on the Databricks certification page before booking.)
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)Enrolled Agent (EA)
Enrolled Agent (EA): the three-part SEE exam, fee, PTIN requirement, 72-hour CPE renewal and an honest take on whether the EA is worth it in 2026.
intermediate · Finance & Accounting · $317 (per part, three parts in total. Confirm the current fee with the IRS, as fees change.)
Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC)Executive Assessment
The Executive Assessment: the three sections, the 100-200 score, cost, validity, and whether this shorter GMAC test fits your EMBA application.
intermediate · Graduate & Business School Admissions · $350 (US$350 registration fee, the same for test center and online appointments, plus any applicable taxes. Confirm current pricing on mba.com.)
GARP (Global Association of Risk Professionals)FRM (GARP)
FRM (GARP): the two parts, cost, difficulty, pass rate and how the Financial Risk Manager certification compares with the CFA in 2026. Source-checked.
advanced · Finance & Accounting · $600 (per part (early-registration); standard registration is higher, plus a one-time enrolment fee. Confirm current fees with GARP.)
Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC)GMAT Focus Edition
GMAT Focus Edition: the 3 sections (Quant, Verbal, Data Insights), the 205-805 score scale, cost, validity, and whether the GMAT or GRE fits your MBA plan.
advanced · Graduate & Business School Admissions · $275–$300 (Approx US$275 at a test centre and US$300 online in the United States. Pricing, taxes and rescheduling fees vary by country and delivery channel - confirm current fees on mba.com for your location.)
Google (Skillshop)Google Ads Search Certification
Google Ads Search Certification explained: the free Skillshop assessment, its format, the 80% pass mark, and whether the Search badge is worth earning.
intermediate · Digital Marketing · $0 (Free (the assessment and all Skillshop training are free))
Google (Skillshop)Google Analytics Certification (GA4)
Google Analytics Certification explained: the free, online GA4 assessment on Skillshop, the 80% pass mark, 12-month validity and what it covers. Source-checked.
beginner · Digital Marketing · $0 (Free - taken online via Google Skillshop. There is no exam fee and all Skillshop training is free.)
Google CloudGoogle Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer (ACE)
Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer (ACE): exam format, cost, difficulty and whether this entry associate GCP certification is worth it in 2026.
intermediate · IT & Cloud · $125
Google CloudGoogle Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
Google Professional Cloud Architect (PCA): the exam sections, cost, difficulty and whether the GCP architect certification is worth it in 2026. Source-checked.
expert · IT & Cloud · $200 (approximate; confirm current pricing with Google Cloud.)
Google CloudGoogle Cloud Professional Data Engineer
Google Professional Data Engineer (PDE): the exam domains, cost, difficulty and whether the GCP data engineering certification is worth it in 2026.
expert · Data & Analytics · $200 (US$200 plus tax; confirm current pricing with Google Cloud. Recertification is a US$100 exam - confirm before booking.)
ETS (Educational Testing Service)GRE General Test
The GRE General Test: the shorter format (about 1h 58m), the three measures, 130-170 scoring, percentiles, cost, and whether the GRE is worth taking.
intermediate · Graduate & Business School Admissions · $220 (US $220 in most locations; varies by region. A fee-reduction voucher brings it to about $100. Confirm current fees with ETS.)
HashiCorpHashiCorp Terraform Associate (004)
HashiCorp Terraform Associate (004): the objectives, cost, difficulty and whether the infrastructure-as-code certification is worth it in 2026. Source-checked.
intermediate · IT & Cloud · $70.5 (approximately US$70.50; confirm current pricing with HashiCorp.)
HubSpot AcademyHubSpot Inbound Marketing Certification
HubSpot Inbound Marketing Certification guide: the free online course and exam, the 60-question format, two-year validity, retake rule and if it is worth it.
beginner · Digital Marketing · $0 (Free - online via HubSpot Academy.)
PeopleCert (AXELOS)ITIL 4 Foundation (PeopleCert)
ITIL 4 Foundation: exam format, pass mark, cost and what this IT service management certification covers - a clear 2026 overview.
beginner · Project Management · $400 (often bundled with training)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification (IASSC)Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (IASSC ICBB)
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB): the DMAIC phases, deeper statistics, cost, difficulty and whether it is worth it in 2026. Source-checked.
expert · Project Management · $450 (approximate exam fee via IASSC; confirm current pricing with IASSC.)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification (IASSC)Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (IASSC ICGB)
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB): the DMAIC phases, cost, difficulty and whether the certification is worth it in 2026. Source-checked.
intermediate · Project Management · $350 (approximate exam voucher; confirm current pricing with IASSC.)
MetaMeta Certified Digital Marketing Associate (100-101)
The Meta Certified Digital Marketing Associate (exam 100-101): the entry-level Meta Blueprint certification explained - cost, format, domains and who it suits.
beginner · Digital Marketing · $99–$150 (US$99-150, varies by country (Meta publishes a range, not a single price). Confirm at checkout.)
MicrosoftMicrosoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)
Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104): exam format, cost, skills measured, difficulty and who should take this Azure certification in 2026.
intermediate · IT & Cloud · $165 (varies by country)
MicrosoftMicrosoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900): the entry-level Azure exam explained - format, cost, who it suits and whether it is worth taking in 2026.
beginner · IT & Cloud · $99 (varies by country)
MicrosoftMicrosoft Fabric Data Engineer (DP-700)
Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer (DP-700): exam format, cost, the three skills measured, difficulty and whether this Fabric certification is worth it in 2026.
intermediate · Data & Analytics · $165 (~US$165 (Microsoft prices by region; confirm on the official page))
MicrosoftMicrosoft Power BI Data Analyst (PL-300)
Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst (PL-300): exam format, cost, the four skills measured, difficulty, and whether this Power BI certification is worth it in 2026.
intermediate · Data & Analytics · $165 (approximate; varies by country. Confirm current pricing with Microsoft.)
OffSec (Offensive Security)Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP): the 24-hour hands-on exam format, cost, the PEN-200 course, difficulty, and whether the cert is worth it.
expert · Cybersecurity · $1699 (Approximate. Standalone exam ~US$1,699; course-plus-exam bundle (PEN-200) ~US$1,749; retake ~US$249. Confirm current pricing with OffSec.)
OMCPOMCP (Online Marketing Certified Professional)
OMCP certification guide: the three-exam format, the US$395 fee, the experience-and-training eligibility gate, OMCA vs OMCP, renewal and whether it is worth it.
intermediate · Digital Marketing · $395 (US$395 for the OMCP exam, covering all three proctored exams plus the review of your experience, education and training. Retakes are charged separately (base exam ~US$225; each specialty exam ~US$150). Confirm current pricing with OMCP.)
Project Management Institute (PMI)PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner): the four domains, cost, difficulty and whether the agile certification is worth it in 2026. Source-checked.
intermediate · Project Management · $435 (PMI member US$435; non-member US$495. Confirm current pricing with PMI.)
Project Management Institute (PMI)PMP - Project Management Professional (PMI)
PMP by PMI: eligibility, exam format, cost, the three domains and an honest look at whether the Project Management Professional is worth it in 2026.
advanced · Project Management · $405–$555 (member / non-member)
PeopleCert (AXELOS)PRINCE2 Foundation (PeopleCert)
PRINCE2 Foundation: exam format, pass mark, cost, what it covers and how it compares to PMP for project managers - a clear 2026 overview.
beginner · Project Management · $300–$500 (often bundled with training)
HRCI (HR Certification Institute)Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
The HRCI PHR exam explained: the seven weighted functional areas, cost, eligibility, format and whether the HR certification is worth it. Source-checked.
intermediate · Human Resources · $395 (US$395 exam fee + US$100 application fee. Approximate; confirm current fees with HRCI.)
Scrum.orgProfessional Scrum Master I (PSM I)
Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I): exam format, the 85% pass mark, cost and how this Scrum.org agile certification compares to PMP in 2026.
intermediate · Project Management · $200
SalesforceSalesforce Certified Administrator
Salesforce Certified Administrator (Plat-Admn-201): format, cost, the eight domains including the new Agentforce area, and whether it is worth it in 2026.
beginner · Salesforce & CRM · $200 (registration US$200, retake US$100, plus local taxes; confirm current pricing with Salesforce)
SalesforceSalesforce Platform App Builder
Salesforce Certified Platform App Builder (Plat-Admn-202): format, the 63% pass mark, cost, the five domains, and whether it is worth it in 2026.
intermediate · Salesforce & CRM · $200 (US$200 to register, US$100 to retake, plus applicable taxes. Confirm current pricing with Salesforce.)
HRCI (HR Certification Institute)Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
The HRCI SPHR exam explained: the five weighted functional areas, cost, senior HR-experience eligibility, format and whether it is worth it. Source-checked.
advanced · Human Resources · $595 (US$495 exam fee + US$100 non-refundable application fee (US$595 total). Approximate; confirm current fees with HRCI.)
SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management)SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
SHRM-CP exam guide: the 134-question format, cost, eligibility, difficulty and whether the SHRM Certified Professional credential is worth it. Source-checked.
intermediate · Human Resources · $420–$595 (Approximate; SHRM member from ~US$420 (early) / US$495, non-member ~US$520 / US$595, includes the application fee. Confirm current fees with SHRM.)
SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management)SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
SHRM-SCP exam guide: the 134-question format, US$595-695 cost, strategic-experience eligibility, renewal and whether the senior SHRM credential is worth it.
advanced · Human Resources · $595–$695 (SHRM member US$595, non-member US$695 (individual pricing, includes the nonrefundable application fee). A student rate is also offered. The SCP fee is higher than the SHRM-CP fee. Confirm current fees with SHRM.)
SnowflakeSnowPro Core Certification (COF-C03)
SnowPro Core (COF-C03) exam guide: the format, ~100-question structure, cost, the 750/1000 pass mark, what it covers, and whether the credential is worth it.
intermediate · Data & Analytics · $175 (Approximately US$175 per attempt (recertification or retakes are charged separately). Confirm current pricing on the official Snowflake page.)
Tableau (Salesforce)Tableau Desktop Specialist (Tableau Desktop Foundations)
Tableau Desktop Specialist (now Tableau Desktop Foundations) explained: format, cost, the four weighted domains and whether this entry-level exam is worth it.
beginner · Data & Analytics · $100 (US$100; confirm current pricing with Tableau/Salesforce.)
AICPA & CIMA (NASBA)US CPA (AICPA)
US CPA exam (AICPA): the four sections, the 150-hour requirement, cost, pass rates and an honest take on whether the CPA is worth it in 2026.
advanced · Finance & Accounting · $350 (per section, plus state and registration fees. Confirm current fees with your state board.)
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