Anaplan is excited to announce that we are in the process of updating our certification program to better align with the evolving capabilities of our platform and to enhance the learning experience for all users. The initial launch of this updated program was primarily focused on English-speaking users. This article provides guidance for our valued Japanese learners on how to approach recertification and new certifications during this transition period.
Recertifications for Japanese Learners
All existing certifications for Japanese users will remain valid through December 31, 2026, and Japanese-speaking learners are exempt from the 2025 recertification deadline. You may receive automated reminders about recertification, but you can disregard these for now.
Professional Model Builder
Your current certification is automatically extended and will remain valid through December 31, 2026. No action is required at this time. We encourage you to continue honing your skills with our on-demand courses while we work on providing the recertification exam in Japanese.
Professional Solution Architect
Similar to the Model Builder certification, your current Solution Architect certification is automatically extended and will be valid through December 31, 2026. No action is required at this time.
Certified Master Anaplanner
Your technical requirement is automatically extended and will be valid through December 31, 2026. No action, aside from your annual contribution activities is required at this time.
New Certifications for Japanese Learners
For those who are new to Anaplan or are looking to gain a new certification, we have several paths available. While we work to localize all materials, the primary path for most new certifications is currently through the English-language exams.
Professional Model Builder
CURRENT WORKFLOW: | WORKFLOW AFTER JAPANESE EXAMS GO-LIVE IN SUMMER OF 2026: |
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Steps required for certification: - Level 1 Model Building (available in Japanese)
- Level 2 Model Building (available in Japanese)
- The Anaplan Way (available in Japanese)
IF a user completes the JAPANESE version of the courses above, they will automatically become a Professional Model Builder.
Users that achieved their certification using this workflow will need to take the Professional Model Builder Recertification Exam after it launches in the summer of 2026. The recertification deadline will be December 31, 2026. Note: This requires a manual intervention and will take at least 3 business days to appear on your learner profile |
Steps required for certification: - Level 1 Model Building (available in Japanese)
- Level 2 Model Building (available in Japanese)
- The Anaplan Way (available in Japanese)
- Professional Model Builder Exam (will be available in Japanese)
Learners seeking to become a Professional Model Builder for the first time will need to complete the Professional Model Builder exam to achieve this level of certification. |
Professional Solution Architect
To achieve the Professional Solution Architect certification, you must first be a certified Professional Model Builder. The next step is to take the Professional Solution Architect exam, which is currently only offered in English.
CURRENT WORKFLOW: | WORKFLOW AFTER JAPANESE EXAMS GO-LIVE IN SUMMER OF 2026: |
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Steps required for certification: - Level 3 Model Building (available in Japanese)
- Lead a minimum of two (2) full-cycle/end-to-end Anaplan implementations as a model builder within the last three (3) years.
- Contact Academy@anaplan .com
| Steps required for certification: - Level 3 Model Building (available in Japanese)
- Lead a minimum of two (2) full-cycle/end-to-end Anaplan implementations as a model builder within the last three (3) years.
- Pass the Professional Solution Architect Exam (will be available in Japanese)
- Submit a Professional Solution Architect Application
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Certified Master Anaplanner
To become a Certified Master Anaplanner, a candidate must first be a certified Professional Solution Architect. Once you have achieved the Solution Architect certification, you are eligible to take the Certified Master Anaplanner exam, which is currently available in Japanese.