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The Open Group · associate
Fair FdnFair Institute Analysis Fundamentals
Fair Institute Analysis Fundamentals
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The Open GroupFair Fdn
› Cost
Exam fee
Fair Fdn$195
Exam fee
$195
Annual maintenance fee
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3-year cost of ownership
Fair Fdn$195
3-year cost of ownership
$195
› Exam mechanics
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Retake policy
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Validity
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Delivery
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› Salary signal (US base)
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Median
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Role context
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› Quality (4-axis rubric · 0–10)
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Practice evidence
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Maintenance
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Market recognition
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Average
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› Recognition & lifecycle
Recognition
Fair FdnGlobal
Recognition
Global
ISO 17024 accredited
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ISO 17024 accredited
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DoD 8140 baseline
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DoD 8140 baseline
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Holders worldwide
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Current version
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› Domain coverage
A1Governance, Risk & Compliance
Fair Fdn● core
A1Governance, Risk & Compliance
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