How much does the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst exam cost?

The official exam fee is $625 USD. Pricing may vary by country, currency, or voucher.

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What topics are on the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst exam?

The NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst exam is organized into 9 domains. The highest‑weight domains are Income Approach and Fundamental Analysis and Financial Statement Adjustments.

Use the official exam objectives and guides below to confirm the latest version and topic coverage:

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Fundamental Analysis and Financial Statement Adjustments 12%

1.1

Financial Statement Analysis

2 subtopics

1.1.1Normalization Adjustments

1.1.2Common-Size Financial Statements

Learning Objectives

Apply appropriate normalization adjustments to financial statements
Prepare and interpret common-size financial statements
Identify and quantify non-recurring items

Domain Hands-on Skills

Financial statement normalizationRatio calculation and interpretationTrend analysis

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Failing to identify all normalization adjustments
Incorrect treatment of non-recurring items
Misinterpreting financial ratios

Income Approach 14%

Market Approach 12%

Asset Approach 10%

Cost of Capital Concepts 12%

Discounts and Premiums 11%

Professional Standards 10%

Special Purpose Valuations 10%

Reconciliation and Report Writing 9%

How do I earn the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Business Valuation

Prerequisites

CPACertified Public AccountantOptional
CPAs have streamlined qualification path
MBAMaster of Business AdministrationOptional
MBA satisfies education requirement for non-CPAs

Next Steps

MAFFMaster Analyst in Financial Forensics
CMEACertified Merger & Acquisition Advisor

Alternative Paths

CFECertified Fraud Examiner
CEIVCertified in Entity and Intangible Valuations
CBACertified Business Appraiser

Certification Maintenance

Recertification Options:
Complete 36 hours of CPE every three yearsMaintain NACVA membership in good standingPay annual dues and comply with ethics requirements

What should I study for the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst exam?

Use the official resources and study materials below to prepare for the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst.

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Official Training

Business Valuation Certification and Training Center (BVTC)NACVA CVA Exam Q&A Study GuideStudy Guide

Free Resources

NACVA FAQs CVA Candidate Handbook

What's changed on the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst exam in 2026?

This section summarizes what’s changed for the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst and the current exam status (ACTIVE).

Official Links & References

NACVA State of the Profession Report

Business Valuation Industry Outlook

IRS Business Valuation Guidelines

Technology Coverage

Valuation Data PlatformsVarious

Increased emphasis on data analytics and database usage

Released: 2024

Excel Valuation ModelsMicrosoft 365

Advanced Excel skills expected for financial modeling

Released: Ongoing

Industry Trends

Increased demand for valuations in divorce proceedings
Growing need for ESOP valuations as baby boomers retire
Rising importance of intangible asset valuations
ESG factors becoming relevant in business valuations
Cryptocurrency and digital asset valuation emerging as specialty

Who should take the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst exam?

Recommended experience for the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst includes Two years or more of full-time experience in business valuation and related disciplines.

Required Prerequisites

For CPAs: Active, valid, and unrevoked CPA license
For Non-CPAs: Business degree (BA/BS) in management, economics, finance, marketing, accounting, or other business field OR MBA or higher business degree from accredited college/university

Recommended Experience

Two years or more of full-time experience in business valuation and related disciplines
OR performed 10 or more business valuations with significant role
Attendance at BVTC five-day training program (optional but recommended)

Experience Level: Intermediate

How much does the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst cost?

The official exam fee for the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst is $625 USD.

Exam Cost	$625 USD
Scheduling	Official exam scheduling page
Testing Centers	Live Classroom Locations, Kryterion Testing Centers, Remote Proctored
Online Proctoring	Available

How long is the NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst certification valid?

The NACVA Certified Valuation Analyst certification is typically valid for Ongoing with annual recertification (see renewal options below).

Valid For	Ongoing with annual recertification
Recertification	36 hours of continuing professional education (CPE) every three years Annual membership dues payment Adherence to NACVA Professional Standards and Code of Ethics

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