As a required educational foundation for the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) program, the CFE Bootcamp provides a solid business foundation specific to franchising that is beneficial to anyone in franchising, a franchisee, franchisor, or supplier.

Regardless of whether you’re just getting started as a franchisee or looking to expand an already growing enterprise, this Bootcamp, designed with the franchisor and franchisee in mind, will enrich your knowledge of the franchise model through courses in franchise law, human resources management, finance, strategic planning, and more.

MAY COHORT DATES 

Week 1 – Franchising Fundamentals: May 5 – 11, 2025

Week 2 – Navigating Franchise Law: May 12 – 18, 2025

Week 3 – Buy and Grow Your Franchise: May 19 – 25, 2025

Week 4 – Franchise HR Infrastructure: May 26 – June 1, 2025

Week 5 – Leading Franchise Teams: June 2 – 8, 2025

Week 6 – Building a Profitable Relationship with Your Franchisor: June 9 – 15, 2025

CFE program participation is not required. This course is open to anyone interested in professional development in franchising.

Refund and Cancellation Policy

*Beginning July 1, 2024, all cohort reschedules will require a $100 administrative fee. If a second request for reschedule is made, the fee will be 50% of the course price.