FinOps Foundation Launches Japanese Version of "FinOps Certified Practitioner" Certification Exam + Training Course
The FinOps Foundation, a program under the Linux Foundation dedicated to fostering professionals in technology value management, has announced the launch of the Japanese version of its widely supported "FinOps Certified Practitioner" certification exam and training course. This course is designed for any team member requiring a common understanding of FinOps, including those in finance, engineering, procurement, and product development, covering value management in areas such as AI.
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FinOps Foundation - FinOps Certified Practitioner
San Francisco, May 13, 2026 – The FinOps Foundation, a program under the Linux Foundation dedicated to fostering professionals who manage the value of technology, announced the launch of the Japanese version of its widely supported "FinOps Certified Practitioner" training and certification, titled "FinOps Certified Practitioner: Self-Paced Learning Course + Certification Exam."
This course is designed for all team members who need a common understanding of FinOps, including those in finance, engineering, procurement, and product development. It is an ideal program for individuals involved in managing the value, usage, and governance of technology, or for those who wish to demonstrate their FinOps knowledge through the industry-recognized "FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP)" certification.
The program allows participants to learn how to adapt to the expanding scope and responsibilities required of today's FinOps practitioners, including newly critical value management areas such as SaaS, licensing, private clouds, data centers, and especially AI. According to the latest data from the FinOps Foundation's annual survey report, "State of FinOps Survey Report 2026," AI value management and related FinOps capabilities are currently ranked highest among the new skill sets organizations wish to strengthen.
Steve Trask, Chief Operating Officer of the FinOps Foundation, stated:
"Certifications are a very effective way to demonstrate essential skills and provide a competitive advantage when seeking FinOps-related roles or building a career. We are honored to provide the opportunity for the Japanese practitioner community, which has shown strong demand for this course, to learn FinOps knowledge in Japanese and prove their expertise."
This self-paced course is a foundational program based on the FinOps framework, allowing participants to acquire core FinOps principles, practical methods, and application techniques in real-world scenarios.
What's included in this course:
- 12 months of full course access: Access all course modules, lessons, and learning materials for a 12-month period.
- Certification Exam (included in tuition): You can take the FinOps Certified Practitioner exam online at any time within 12 months.
- Digital Certificate and Badge: Receive an official certificate and a Credly digital badge.
For more details and registration, please visit here.
FinOps Certified Practitioner Self-Paced Learning Course + Certification Exam
For the English version of the course, please visit here.
To commemorate the launch of this course, a special campaign will be held starting today. Please visit here for a promotional code that offers a 20% discount on tuition for a limited time.
The Japanese version was translated with the cooperation of the FinOps Foundation Japan Chapter. The FinOps Foundation Japan Chapter supports the development of FinOps professionals in Japan and contributes to the growth of the domestic FinOps community through various activities promoting the adoption of FinOps. For activities and the latest event information, please visit here.
To learn more, join the annual conference FinOps X, held from June 8 to 11 in San Diego. You can experience the global FinOps community, where thousands gather to discuss the value of technology.
About FinOps Foundation
The FinOps Foundation is a non-profit industry organization focused on developing professionals who manage the value of technology. It comprises tens of thousands of FinOps practitioners, experts, and technology providers, including 97 of Fortune 100 companies. The global FinOps community is formed based on practical experience and knowledge, contributing open-source best practices in the FinOps Framework and FOCUS specifications, and supporting certification and training. The community also gathers at FinOps X, an annual conference focused on the value of technology.
San Francisco, May 13, 2026 – The FinOps Foundation, a program under the Linux Foundation dedicated to fostering professionals who manage the value of technology, announced the launch of the Japanese version of its widely supported "FinOps Certified Practitioner" training and certification, titled "FinOps Certified Practitioner: Self-Paced Learning Course + Certification Exam."
This course is designed for all team members who need a common understanding of FinOps, including those in finance, engineering, procurement, and product development. It is an ideal program for individuals involved in managing the value, usage, and governance of technology, or for those who wish to demonstrate their FinOps knowledge through the industry-recognized "FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP)" certification.
The program allows participants to learn how to adapt to the expanding scope and responsibilities required of today's FinOps practitioners, including newly critical value management areas such as SaaS, licensing, private clouds, data centers, and especially AI. According to the latest data from the FinOps Foundation's annual survey report, "State of FinOps Survey Report 2026," AI value management and related FinOps capabilities are currently ranked highest among the new skill sets organizations wish to strengthen.
Steve Trask, Chief Operating Officer of the FinOps Foundation, stated:
"Certifications are a very effective way to demonstrate essential skills and provide a competitive advantage when seeking FinOps-related roles or building a career. We are honored to provide the opportunity for the Japanese practitioner community, which has shown strong demand for this course, to learn FinOps knowledge in Japanese and prove their expertise."
This self-paced course is a foundational program based on the FinOps framework, allowing participants to acquire core FinOps principles, practical methods, and application techniques in real-world scenarios.
What's included in this course:
- 12 months of full course access: Access all course modules, lessons, and learning materials for a 12-month period.
- Certification Exam (included in tuition): You can take the FinOps Certified Practitioner exam online at any time within 12 months.
- Digital Certificate and Badge: Receive an official certificate and a Credly digital badge.
For more details and registration, please visit here.
FinOps Certified Practitioner Self-Paced Learning Course + Certification Exam
For the English version of the course, please visit here.
To commemorate the launch of this course, a special campaign will be held starting today. Please visit here for a promotional code that offers a 20% discount on tuition for a limited time.
The Japanese version was translated with the cooperation of the FinOps Foundation Japan Chapter. The FinOps Foundation Japan Chapter supports the development of FinOps professionals in Japan and contributes to the growth of the domestic FinOps community through various activities promoting the adoption of FinOps. For activities and the latest event information, please visit here.
To learn more, join the annual conference FinOps X, held from June 8 to 11 in San Diego. You can experience the global FinOps community, where thousands gather to discuss the value of technology.
About FinOps Foundation
The FinOps Foundation is a non-profit industry organization focused on developing professionals who manage the value of technology. It comprises tens of thousands of FinOps practitioners, experts, and technology providers, including 97 of Fortune 100 companies. The global FinOps community is formed based on practical experience and knowledge, contributing open-source best practices in the FinOps Framework and FOCUS specifications, and supporting certification and training. The community also gathers at FinOps X, an annual conference focused on the value of technology.