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Deal Structuring

Interactive deal simulators with realistic lender rate sheets and credit tiers.

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Product Presentation

VSC, GAP, tire and wheel with proven word tracks that close.

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Menu Selling & Compliance

Menu process, objection handling, and federal compliance training.

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F&I Software

RouteOne, DealerTrack, and DMS hands-on training.

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Certification Exam

The Final Exam after completing your training. Pass and receive your official F&I diploma.

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Job Assistance

Our team networks with dealerships across the nation, scheduling F&I interviews for you.

12-Module Curriculum
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Welcome to FMT

Deal Structuring

Deal Structuring

Interactive simulators with realistic lender rate sheets and credit tiers.

Our interactive deal simulator lets you practice structuring real deals with actual lender rate sheets. You will learn to read credit tiers, calculate reserve, and optimize deal profitability before you ever sit in the box.
  • Credit tier analysis and lender selection
  • Buy rate, sell rate, and reserve calculations
  • Real rate sheet practice scenarios
  • Subprime and prime deal packaging
Product Presentation

Product Presentation

VSC, GAP, tire and wheel with proven word tracks that close.

Master the art of presenting F&I products with confidence. Our training covers every product in the F&I suite with scripted and adaptive word tracks that top-producing managers use daily.
  • VSC, GAP, tire and wheel, appearance
  • Menu presentation and payment quoting
  • Objection handling for every product
  • Features vs. benefits selling framework
Compliance

Compliance Training

TILA, ECOA, FCRA, GLBA, Red Flags, Safeguards Rule.

Stay protected while you produce. Our compliance modules cover every federal regulation that applies to vehicle financing, with interactive quizzes after each section.
  • TILA / Regulation Z disclosure requirements
  • ECOA, FCRA, and Red Flags Rule
  • Gramm-Leach-Bliley (Privacy & Safeguards)
  • Adverse action notices and documentation
F&I Software

F&I Software

Hands-on with RouteOne, DealerTrack, and DMS systems.

Get hands-on experience with the software you will use every day. Our platform walks you through credit application submissions, deal structuring, and contract printing so you are desk-ready on day one.
  • RouteOne credit app submissions
  • DealerTrack deal structuring
  • DMS contract printing and funding
  • Lender portal navigation
Job Assistance

Job Assistance

Resume builder, interview coaching, and dealer introductions.

Our Career Development team personally calls dealerships in your area, introduces you by name, advocates for your qualifications, and schedules interviews on your behalf. You are not doing this alone.
  • Team advocates for you with dealerships
  • Professional F&I resume built for you
  • Mock interview preparation with trainers
  • Ongoing support after placement
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Program Comparison

Dealer F&I University vs Finance Manager Training

We are often asked about other F&I programs and how they compare to our F&I School.

That's why we've put together a quick overview of Shaka Dyson's Dealer F&I University, to compare with the F&I Certification offered by Finance Manager Training. Both programs are well-known choices for dealership professionals looking to boost their career and potentially earn more money. But there are distinct differences that must be considered so you can make the right call for your needs. Please note, we are not affiliated with Dealer F&I University in any way.

At A Glance

How the two programs compare

Finance Manager TrainingDealer F&I University
Delivery100% onlineIn-person and online
WebsitesOne websiteSeveral websites
Sign-upEasy, convenient and simpleOnline, via KnowledgeLinkTV or DealerFIU
FocusCredit, lenders, software, the F&I menu, pay plans, and moreClosing strategies, advanced F&I closes, plus Shaka Dyson Live
PricingSee Plans & PricingFour packages, $995–$11,880
Overview

About Dealer F&I University

Operated by Shaka Dyson Enterprises, there are three packages to choose from: A Virtual On-Demand course (for Beginner and Advanced F&I Managers), an Onsite F&I Excellence Course, and an Advanced F&I Certification. Per the Dealer F&I University website, the various offerings strive to move the student away from “old results, old habits, and old approaches.”

There are three websites that offer Dealer F&I University services - The Shaka Dyson University website, The Dealer F&I University Website and a standalone website called DealerFIU. Shaka Dyson is the trainer for Dealer F&I University and is well known within the F&I Landscape. Mr. Dyson offers in-person training, and the websites list “Excellence Courses, Closing Strategies, Advanced F&I Closes, Advanced Service Contract Closes, plus Shaka Dyson Live.”

Difference

What Is The Difference?

Across several websites, Dealer F&I University offers numerous course curricula and with various price points and commitment terms. Finance Manager Training's F&I Certification offers a clear focus on providing the F&I skills needed to succeed — from how to read credit reports and select lenders to learning software, presenting the F&I Menu, understanding pay plans, and more.

Pricing

Dealer F&I University Pricing

Dealer F&I University offers four different packages - two for individuals and two for dealerships. The packages offered by Dealer F&I University (as of February 2022) are:

The monthly individual option includes a minimum time commitment of 12 months.

Sign Up

Signing Up

Signing up is done entirely online. Depending on which Shaka Dyson website you choose, the process will be slightly different. For example, if you purchase through the Shake Dyson Enterprises website, you will be re-directed to a platform called KnowledgeLinkTV to complete your sign-up process. However, if you purchase through the DealerFIUniversity.com - you will then be redirected to DealerFIU.com, where Paypal is the only checkout option.

Comparison

How This Compares To Finance Manager Training

Finance Manager Training is 100% online and uses one website for all of its training and dealership support programs. The process to sign up is easy, convenient and simple.

Please Note: We are not affiliated with Dealer F&I University or Shaka Dyson in any way. This comparison article was made per 16 C.F.R. § 14.15(b)-(c), which allows comparisons of products and services.

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