The IBF Certified Professional Forecaster (CPF) is a professional certification designed for demand planning, forecasting, S&OP, supply chain, sales, marketing, finance, and business planning professionals who want to improve forecast accuracy and planning performance. The program helps learners understand forecasting methods, demand planning processes, data analysis, model selection, forecast error measurement, and how forecasting supports better business decisions.
The CPF certification is especially valuable for professionals responsible for preparing forecasts, supporting demand reviews, participating in S&OP, improving planning assumptions, and communicating forecast insights to stakeholders. It provides a structured pathway to demonstrate forecasting knowledge and professional credibility.
