Here are the (10) ten reasons why you should study with ICB:
- It is accessible to anyone
- The entry requirements are flexible
- Achieve your qualifications quickly
- It is flexible to study
- You get information that is updated
- You can get results easily
- The quality of learning is good
- Employees prefer these qualifications
- It is nationally recognised
- It is internationally recognised
It Is Accessible To Anyone
ICB offers their courses to over 500 training providers. This is because ICB does not provide textbooks or support. They only administer the exams.
The Entry Requirements Are Flexible
You can complete our ICB courses with or without a Matric Certificate. Here is what you need for each ICB Programme:
- ICB Business Management – Grade 11 Certificate
- ICB Financial Accounting – Grade 10 Certificate
- ICB Office Administration – Matric Equivalent Certificate
Achieve Your Qualifications Quickly
All of our qualifications are completed in a short period of time. Most of our courses can be completed between 9 and 36 months.
It Is Flexible To Study
You can work and study because you have the option of studying through distance learning with Bellview Institute of Distance Learning.
You Get Information That Is Updated
Every year, ICB updates their information. This means that they do not release any past papers because the information is constantly updated.
You Can Get Results Easily
If you fail an ICB exam, you can always write another exam. Students have at least (2) two exam opportunities per year.
The Quality Of Learning Is Good
All of ICB’s courses are accredited and therefore employers recognise these qualifications.
Employees Prefer These Qualifications
These qualifications are scarce skills. This means that they are in demand and employers need people who have these skills. This means that if you complete an ICB course, you can:
- Earn more money
- Become more employable
It Is Nationally Recognised
ICB Courses are recognised in South Africa. Here are the professional bodies:
- Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET)
- Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
- Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
- The South African Institute of Business Accountants (SAIBA)
- South African Institute of Tax Professionals (SAIT)
- South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
It Is Internationally Recognised
ICB Courses are recognised in the UK. Here are the professional bodies:
Which ICB Programmes Are Offered?
Here are the courses offered by ICB:
How Will I Be Assessed?
Here is how you will be assessed:
- Portfolio of Evidence
- Final exam (Online or paper-based)
Here is how the Portfolio of Evidence works:
Learning Phase 1 | Learning Phase 2 | Learning Phase 3 |
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The Portfolio of Evidence will count 30% toward your final mark, and the final exam will count 70% towards your final mark. You must have 60% for your final mark
Here is how the exam works:
Online exam | Paper-based exam |
This exam will be completed on the ICB MACCI platform. | This exam will be completed in person. You can apply for the exam on the ICB Student Portal. |
What Is The Purpose Of ICB?
The Institute of Certified Bookkeeper’s (ICB) purpose is to give students quality business, finance and office administration skills. They do not offer the courses themselves, but they have over 500 accredited training providers like Bellview Institute of Certified Bookkeepers that do offer their courses.
What Can I Do With An ICB Qualification?
You can do the following with an ICB qualification:
- Find employment opportunities at entry level
- Internships
- Learnerships
- Part-time work
- Full-time work
- Study another ICB Course
- Study another ICB Programme
- Further your studies with and gain a Degree qualification at the following colleges:
- Boston City Campus
- Damelin College
- Mill Park College
- Further your studies with and gain Degree qualification at a university if you:
- Have a Bachelor’s Degree Matric Pass Level
- Have an APS Score of 25 and higher
- Have the relevant Matric subjects
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, ICB is a recognised qualification. All of ICB’s courses are recognised nationally and internationally.
Yes, ICB is recognised in the UK.
Yes, ICB courses are accredited by:
- The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
- The Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
No, ICB Courses are not recognised by UNISA. They do however recognise registered NQF qualifications. Therefore, it is important to contact UNISA directly and ask if they do recognise your particular qualification.
All ICB courses are recognised internationally, and only certain institutions recognise the qualifications.
No, UNISA does not accept ICB Qualifications, but they do exempt students from certain subjects. It is therefore important that you research before applying at UNISA.
ICB was established in 1931.
No, ICB is not closed. They have been in existence since 1931.
Yes, all of our ICB courses can be completed without Matric. Here are the entry requirements for each ICB Programme:
- ICB Business Management – Grade 11 Certificate
- ICB Financial Accounting – Grade 10 Certificate
- ICB Office Administration – Matric Equivalent Certificate
Yes, you can study and work if you apply at a distance learning college like Bellview Institute of Certified Bookkeepers.
Yes, you can start studying an ICB Course at the age of 16 years old. You should also:
- Understand, ready and write English
- Study through distance learning
Keep in mind that each ICB Programme has different Grades that you need to have to apply for a course.
Author: Jesmé Africa
Editor: Connor Bergsma
Date Published: June 1, 2022