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At Bellview, we offer many courses that can help you with your professional development. Read more about the skills you will need to excel in your career.

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Bookkeeping and Accounting Courses

Do you want to study towards a Bookkeeping and Accounting qualification? Start your ICB course with Bellview and gain all the knowledge and skills you need.

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ICB Business Management Courses

Do you want to work in the field of Business Management? You can start your ICB course with Bellview to gain all these necessary skills and knowledge.

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Matric Equivalent Courses

Matric Equivalent Courses gives individuals the opportunity to gain an accredited and recognised certificate which is equal to a normal matric certificate.

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Office Administration Courses

Office Administrators oversee the office environment to ensure efficient work flow. This qualification is considered a scarce skill, making it easy to find a job.

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The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) offers courses in Business Management, Office Administration, and Bookkeeping and Accounting. Each programme is developed to provide you with the necessary skills and knowledge, as well as the equivalent qualifications, to prepare you for working in the business world.

ICB Business Management

The ICB Business Management programme consists of three study modules, designed to provide you with all the necessary qualifications to aid in pursuing a career in the business sector. At Bellview, you can study the following ICB Business Management courses:

Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate

Course Summary

Course Name:

Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate

Certificate Type:

ICB National Certificate

Course Level:

NQF level 04

Duration:

12 months

The Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate is the first course taken in your ICB Business Management programme, and aims to introduce you to the financial world by providing you with all the necessary knowledge about bookkeeping and accounting, in relation to a business and its finance.

Course Information:

Course Name	Small Business Management Financial Management: ICB National Certificate
Accreditation	The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
Examinations	Exam opportunities available to you: 3 Assignments 2 Tests Final Examination
Award Type	National Certificate: ICB Small Business Financial Management
Award Issued By	The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) and FASSET
SAQA ID	48736
NQF Level	04
Course Duration	12 months
Credits	120
Entry Requirement	Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate OR Grade 11 or Equivalent Certificate

Office Administration - Business Management: ICB Higher Certificate

Course Summary

Course Name:

Office Administration – Business Management: ICB Higher Certificate

Certificate Type:

ICB Higher Certificate

Course Level:

NQF level 05

Duration:

26 months

The Office Administration – Business Management: ICB Higher Certificate is the second course taken in your ICB Business Management programme, and aims to introduce you to the administrative side of business, by providing you with the basic knowledge in office administration, and the running of an office space.

Course Information:

Course Name	Office Administration – Business Management: ICB Higher Certificate
Accreditation	The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
Examinations	Exam opportunities available to you: 3 Assignments 2 Tests Final Examination
Award Type	Higher Certificate: ICB Office Administration – Business Management
Award Issued By	The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) and FASSET
SAQA ID	23619
NQF Level	05
Course Duration	26 months
Credits	240
Entry Requirement	Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate

Financial Accounting - Business Management: ICB National Diploma

Course Summary

Course Name:

Financial Accounting – Business Management: ICB National Diploma

Certificate Type:

ICB National Diploma

Course Level:

NQF level 06

Duration:

36 months

The Financial Accounting – Business Management: ICB National Diploma is the final course taken in your ICB Business Management programme, and aims to finalise everything you have learnt in your previous courses, by expanding your knowledge in business management, mainly in the area of financial accounting.

Course Information:

Course Name	Financial Accounting – Business Management: ICB National Diploma
Accreditation	The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
Examinations	Exam opportunities available to you: 3 Assignments 2 Tests Final Examination
Award Type	National Diploma: ICB Financial Accounting – Business Management
Award Issued By	The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) and FASSET
SAQA ID	23619
NQF Level	06
Course Duration	36 months
Credits	280
Entry Requirement	Office Administration – Business Management: ICB Higher Certificate

ICB Office Administration

The ICB Office Administration programme consists of three study modules, designed to provide you with all the necessary qualifications to aid in pursuing a career in administration. At Bellview, you can study the following ICB Office Administration courses:

Office Administration: ICB National Certificate

Course Summary

Course Name:

Office Administration: ICB National Certificate

Certificate Type:

ICB National Certificate

Course Level:

NQF level 05

Duration:

24 months

The Office Administration: ICB National Certificate is the first course taken in your ICB Office Administration programme, and aims to introduce you to all the foundational skills needed to effectively run the administrative side of a business.

Course Information:

Course Name	Office Administration: ICB National Certificate
Accreditation	The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
Examinations	Exam opportunities available to you: 3 Assignments 2 Tests Final Examination
Award Type	National Certificate: ICB Office Administration
Award Issued By	The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) and FASSET
SAQA ID	23618
NQF Level	05
Course Duration	24 months
Credits	120
Entry Requirement	Matric Certificate: National Senior Certificate OR Amended Senior Certificate

Office Administration: ICB Higher Certificate

Course Summary

Course Name:

Office Administration: ICB Higher Certificate

Certificate Type:

ICB National Diploma

Course Level:

NQF level 05

Duration:

28 months

The Office Administration: ICB Higher Certificate is the second course taken in your ICB Office Administration programme, and aims to expand on the knowledge you have gained in your previous course, while also introducing you to new administrative concepts.

Course Information:

Course Name	Office Administration: ICB Higher Certificate
Accreditation	The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
Examinations	Exam opportunities available to you: 3 Assignments 2 Tests Final Examination
Award Type	Higher Certificate: ICB Office Administration
Award Issued By	The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) and FASSET
SAQA ID	23619
NQF Level	05
Course Duration	28 months
Credits	240
Entry Requirement	National Certificate: ICB Office Administration

Office Administration: ICB National Diploma

Course Summary

Course Name:

Office Administration: ICB National Diploma

Certificate Type:

ICB National Diploma

Course Level:

NQF level 06

Duration:

36 months

The Office Administration: ICB National Diploma is the final course taken in your ICB Office Administration programme, and aims to finalise the knowledge you have learnt in your previous studies, as well as introduce you to new administrative aspects, such as management and finance.

Course Information:

Course Name	Office Administration: ICB National Diploma
Accreditation	The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
Examinations	Exam opportunities available to you: 3 Assignments 2 Tests Final Examination
Award Type	National Diploma: ICB Office Administration
Award Issued By	The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) and FASSET
SAQA ID	35958
NQF Level	06
Course Duration	36 months
Credits	360
Entry Requirement	Higher Certificate: ICB Office Administration

ICB Bookkeeping And Accounting

The ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting programme consists of four study modules, designed to provide you with all the necessary qualifications to aid in pursuing a career in bookkeeping and accounting. At Bellview, you can study the following ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting courses:

Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate

Course Summary

Course Name:

Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate

Certificate Type:

ICB National Certified

Course Level:

NQF level 03

Duration:

16 months

The Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate is the first course taken in your ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting programme, and aims to help you build a career in the financial world, by teaching you the basics of financial accounting.

Course Information:

Course Name	Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate
Accreditation	The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
Examinations	Exam opportunities available to you: 3 Assignments 2 Tests Final Examination
Award Type	National Certificate: ICB Bookkeeping
Award Issued By	FASSET and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
SAQA ID	58375
NQF Level	03
Course Duration	16 months
Credits	120
Entry Requirement	Grade 10 Certificate or Equivalent Certificate

Bookkeeping: ICB FET Certificate

Course Summary

Course Name:

Bookkeeping: ICB FET Certificate

Certificate Type:

ICB Further Education and Training Certificate

Course Level:

NQF level 04

Duration:

24 months

The Bookkeeping: ICB FET Certificate is the second course taken in your ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting programme, and aims to build on the knowledge you have gained in your previous course, by advancing your understanding of finance.

Course Information:

Course Name	Bookkeeping: ICB FET Certificate
Accreditation	The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
Examinations	Exam opportunities available to you: 3 Assignments 2 Tests Final Examination
Award Type	FET Certificate: ICB Bookkeeping
Award Issued By	The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) and FASSET
SAQA ID	58376
NQF Level	04
Course Duration	24 months
Credits	130
Entry Requirement	Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate

Technical Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma

Course Summary

Course Name:

Technical Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma

Certificate Type:

ICB National Diploma

Course Level:

NQF level 05

Duration:

28 months

The Technical Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma course is the third course taken in your ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting study programme, and aims to build on the bookkeeping knowledge gained in your previous courses, by teaching you everything there is to know about financial accounting.

Course Information:

Course Name	Technical Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma
Accreditation	The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
Examinations	Exam opportunities available to you: 3 Assignments 2 Tests Final Examination
Award Type	National Diploma: ICB Technical Financial Accounting
Award Issued By	The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) and FASSET
SAQA ID	36213
NQF Level	05
Course Duration	28 months
Credits	251
Entry Requirement	Bookkeeping: ICB FET Certificate

Certified Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma

Course Summary

Course Name:

Certified Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma

Certificate Type:

ICB National Diploma

Course Level:

NQF level 06

Duration:

36 months

The Certified Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma is the final course taken in your ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting study programme, and aims to complete your knowledge in finance literacy and accounting administration, in the form of both theoretical and practical learning.

Course Information:

Course Name	Certified Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma
Accreditation	The Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)
Examinations	Exam opportunities available to you: 3 Assignments 2 Tests Final Examination
Award Type	National Diploma: ICB Certified Financial Accounting
Award Issued By	The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) and FASSET
SAQA ID	20366
NQF Level	06
Course Duration	36 months
Credits	280
Entry Requirement	Technical Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma

ICB Course Subjects

The ICB offers various subjects in each of the courses on offer. For each course, the amount of subjects you will handle will vary, and the difficulty thereof will increase, as you progress in your studies.

ICB Business Management Subjects

During your ICB Business Management studies, in each of the various courses, you will cover the following subjects:

Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate Subjects

Business Management 1 (BMT1)
Bookkeeping to Trial Balance (BKTB)
Business Literacy (BUSL)

Office Administration – Business Management: ICB Higher Certificate Subjects

Office and Legal Practice (OLPR)
Business Management 2 (BMT2)
Marketing Management and Public Relations (MMPR)
Financial Statements (FNST)
Human Resources Management (HRLR)

Financial Accounting – Business Management: ICB National Diploma Subjects

Business Management 3 (BMT3)
Financial Management and Control (FMCL)
Financial Reporting and Regulatory Frameworks (FRRF)
Research Theory and Practice (by short dissertation; topic: Business Management) (RTAP)

What Will I Learn In ICB Business Management?

Your learning outcomes, for each of the courses taken in your ICB Business Management programme, are as follows:

Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate Learning Outcomes

Creating annual budgets
Keeping track of business transactions
Financial statement preparations
Making a gross salary and deduction calculations
VAT and tax returns calculations

Office Administration – Business Management: ICB Higher Certificate Learning Outcomes

VAT Calculations
Putting together tax returns
Learning communication within a business environment
Keeping track of business transactions
Creating business strategies and goals

Financial Accounting – Business Management: ICB National Diploma Learning Outcomes

Financial Accounting
Cost and Management Accounting
Understanding the legal system
Internal Auditing
External Auditing
Theory and practice of accounting
Governance in the workplace

Benefits Of Having An ICB Business Management Qualification?

Having an ICB Business Management qualification provides you with all the needed credentials to start a career in the business sector of a company. As management is a crucial part of every business, having an ICB qualification will allow you to pursue a number of high paying career paths.

Career Opportunities

With an ICB Business Management qualification, you will be able to pursue a wide variety of careers in business management, including the following:

Financial Accountant
Business Consultant
Accounting Officer
Human Resources Manager
Sales Assistant

Salary Expectations

The following are the predicted monthly salaries for the various careers in Business Management:

Financial Accountant: R21 900 monthly expected salary
Business Consultant: R38 700 monthly expected salary
Accounting Officer: R32 100 monthly expected salary
Human Resources Manager: R48 800 monthly expected salary
Sales Assistant: R15 900 monthly expected salary

Role And Responsibilities

For the various career paths in Business Management, you can expect the following roles and responsibilities:

Financial Accountant Roles And Responsibilities

Creating financial statements
Overseeing tax payments
Analysing financial transactions
Recommending sound financial practices
Managing financial records

Business Consultant Roles And Responsibilities

Consulting with clients
Organising commercial initiatives
Obtaining client information
Analysing financial reports
Creating business plans

Accounting Officer Roles And Responsibilities

Managing business investments
Assessing data records
Creating accounting procedures
Collaborating with legal counsels
Observing financial statements

Human Resources Manager Roles And Responsibilities

Recruiting potential new employees
Overseeing pay, leave, and benefits administration
Enforcing company policies and procedures
Creating innovative employee training strategies
Ensuring that all labour rules are adhered to

Sales Assistant Roles And Responsibilities

Ensuring merchandise is replenished
Assisting customers
Responding to client inquiries
Managing payments and the processing thereof
Receiving product delivery

ICB Office Administration Subjects

During your ICB Office Administration studies, in each of the various courses, you will cover the following subjects:

Office Administration: ICB National Certificate Subjects

Business and Office Administration 1 (BOA1)
Bookkeeping to Trial Balance (BKTB)
Business Literacy (BUSL)
Marketing Management and Public Relations (MMPR)
Business Law and Administrative Practice (BLAP)
Cost and Management Accounting (CMGT)

Office Administration: ICB Higher Certificate Subjects

Business and Office Administration 2 (BOA2)
Human Resources Management and Labour Relations (HRLR)
Economics (ECON)

Office Administration: ICB National Diploma Subjects

Business and Office Administration 3 (BOA3)
Financial Statements (FNST)
Management (MGMT)

What Will I Learn In ICB Office Administration?

Your learning outcomes, for each of the courses taken in your ICB Office Administration programme, are as follows:

Office Administration: ICB National Certificate Learning Outcomes

How business leaders hire people to think and act on their behalf
The secretary’s job and function inside a company
The fundamental accounting principles
The fundamentals of cost and management accounting
How to calculate recovery rates by allocating and distributing overhead costs
The marketing process

Office Administration: ICB Higher Certificate Learning Outcomes

Apportioning and allocating costs of overhead
The issue with the economy
Organisational structures and their benefits and drawbacks
Organisational and functional ties
The history and evolution of South Africa’s industrial relations
Labour relations (the interaction and processes)
Ergonomics and its role in creating conducive working environments

Office Administration: ICB National Diploma Learning Outcomes

The framework for gathering, analysing, and presenting financial data
Managing a close corporation
Planning a public relations campaign
Organisational behaviour.
The development of management philosophies
Organisational structure and management functions

Benefits Of Having An ICB Office Administration Qualification?

Having an ICB Office Administration qualification will provide you with the necessary credentials to strengthen your employability when applying for jobs at various organisations.

Because all companies rely on the competence and skills of its administrative staff, not only are your chances of your employment high, but the number of career routes you could potentially pursue are virtually endless.

Career Opportunities

With an ICB Office Administration qualification, you will be able to pursue a wide variety of careers in office administration, including the following:

Public Relations Manager
Human Resources Coordinator
Office Manager
Administrative Manager
Customer Service Manager

Salary Expectations

The following are the predicted monthly salaries for the various careers in Office Administration:

Public Relations Manager: R31 300 monthly expected salary
Human Resources Coordinator: R29 500 monthly expected salary
Office Manager: R27 600 monthly expected salary
Administrative Manager: R24 900 monthly expected salary
Customer Service Manager: R42 600 monthly expected salary

Role And Responsibilities

For the various careers paths in Office Administration, you can expect the following roles and responsibilities:

Public Relations Manager Roles And Responsibilities

Making arrangements for public appearances
Answering media inquiries
Disclosing facts in order to generate publicity
Managing negative publicity
Putting together press releases
Setting up promotional events
Proposing promotional brand concepts

Human Resources Coordinator Roles And Responsibilities

Assisting with HR recruitment
Maintaining employee data and assisting employees with administrative tasks
Assisting with the processing of payroll
Assisting with employee pay and benefits
Developing procedures for enhancing employee performance

Office Manager Roles And Responsibilities

Setting up meetings and conferences
Creating office reports
Taking care of correspondence and inquiries
Keeping meetings from overlapping
Overseeing office supplies and furniture
Reviewing client surveys in order to enhance the workplace

Administrative Manager Roles And Responsibilities

Managing employee recruitment and training
Managing and communicating objectives to team members
Creating training and coaching policies
Making sure the workplace is a safe and healthy place to work
Creating policies that boost operational efficiency

Customer Service Manager Roles And Responsibilities

Managing the customer service department
Developing new company policies
Recruiting and training employees
Creating customer satisfaction policies
Taking care of consumer concerns and inquiries

What Will I Learn In ICB Bookkeeping And Accounting?

Your learning outcomes, for each of the courses taken in your ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting programme, are as follows:

Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate Learning Outcomes

Organising credit card purchases and sales
VAT transactions and how to keep track of them
Compiling and keeping track of financial records
Petty cash management
Keeping track of a company’s financial transactions

Bookkeeping: ICB FET Certificate Learning Outcomes

Interpreting accounts and finalising them
Financial statement interpretation and writing
Maintaining and producing financial records and accounts in the general ledger
Calculating VAT transactions and returns
Using computerised accounting software

Technical Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma Learning Outcomes

Processing documents relating to products and services
Keeping track of your capital purchases and sales
Data input, storage, and output
Cost reporting
Highlighting cost trends, and proposing cost-cutting strategies
Cost estimation
Preparing and executing an audit
Sorting accounting and non-financial data

Certified Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma Learning Outcomes

Learn the concepts and procedures that govern bookkeeping and accounting and putting them into practice
Understand and apply cost and management accounting ideas to a company’s operations
Understand the structure and operation of the taxation system in South Africa
The legal system in terms of common law, equity and precedent, civil law, criminal law, statute law, case law, and European Union law.
Making financial management decisions that are both effective and relevant
Understanding internal and external auditing principles
Effective communication as an accountant

Benefits Of Having An ICB Bookkeeping And Accounting Qualification?

Having an ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting qualification will provide you with the necessary knowledge and credentials needed to improve your employability when pursuing a professional career in bookkeeping, or accounting.

This means that with an ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting qualification, you will not only have the capabilities to pursue a wide variety of career paths in finance, but could also potentially establish and start your own bookkeeping business.

Career Opportunities

With an ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting qualification, you will be able to pursue a wide variety of careers in bookkeeping and accounting, including the following:

Accounting Officer
Assistant Operations Manager
Financial Accountant
Management Accountant
Tax Advisor

Salary Expectations

The following are the predicted monthly salaries for the various careers in Bookkeeping and Accounting:

Accounting Officer: R32 100 monthly expected salary
Assistant Operations Manager: R40 800 monthly expected salary
Financial Accountant: R21 900 monthly expected salary
Management Accountant: R25 500 monthly expected salary
Tax Advisor: R34 200 monthly expected salary

Role And Responsibilities

For the various careers paths in Bookkeeping and Accounting, you can expect the following roles and responsibilities:

Accounting Officer Roles And Responsibilities

Ensure tax and accounting rules are followed
Financial statement preparation
Evaluating internal systems, hazards, and potential for improvement
Budget preparation and adjustment
Examining financial documents
Monitoring profits and expenses

Assistant Operations Manager Roles And Responsibilities

Hiring and training new staff and employees
Monitoring company budgets, costs, and income
Resolving client issues that may escalate
Keeping track of employees, scheduling, and customer interactions
Keeping schedules from overlapping
Placing orders for materials and equipment that are required

Financial Accountant Roles And Responsibilities

Preparing monthly financial reports
Conducting internal audits
Creating budgets for organisations
Ensuring that tax regulations are followed
Updating financial policies and practices
Keeping track of all tax payments

Management Accountant Roles And Responsibilities

Providing guidance on how to maximise income while reducing expenses
Analysing and creating financial statements
Performing risk assessments and forecasting
Putting together budget reports
Studying market trends
Examining a company’s financial performance

Tax Advisor Roles And Responsibilities

Organising and minimising tax liability
Creating tax-related paperwork
Researching tax legislation on a regular basis in preparation for implementation
Assisting consumers in comprehending their financial prospects
Submitting tax returns
Calculating various tax-related statistics

ICB Courses Curriculum

The ICB course curriculum includes a number of assessments that you must register for, in order to put what you have learnt in class to the test. Each course requires a minimum grade of 60% in order to pass.

ICB Courses Assessments To Be Completed

For each course taken, you will receive three assignments, two tests, and a final examination, as part of your ICB course assessments. To sit for your final exam, you must first complete all of your course assignments. Your assignments can be completed at any point during the course of your studies.

To register for your course assessments, you have to visit the ICB Student Portal. You will gain access to ICB MACCI once you are registered, and will be able to see your test results, as well as apply for your PoE, and final exams.

ICB Course Assignments To Be Completed

Your ICB courses will consist of the following assignments and tests to be competed:

Formative Assignment 1
Formative Assignment 2
Formative Assignment 3
ICB Test 1
ICB Test 2

The first two assignments for each course will be completed online, while the third and final assignment should be downloaded and completed offline, from your digital Portfolio of Evidence (PoE).

Before taking your final examination, you must complete all course assignments and tests. If you do not submit your assignments and tests before your final examination, you will not be allowed to write.

ICB Course Exams

Your ICB final examinations will be held at the end of each study module, and will count for 70% of your final grade. As a result, in order to pass your course, you must complete all course assignments before taking the final exam.

If your PoE is not completed by the time your final exam is scheduled, you will be unable to take the examination, and will be required to re-do the entire course.

Why Choose To Study With Bellview Institute of Distance Learning?

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If you want to learn more about our ICB courses, you can join our ICB Course Facebook Group. In the group, you will be able to interact with our staff and fellow students, and will also have the opportunity to ask questions, and stay up to speed on all of our ICB course content.

Bellview Institute of Distance Learning Application Process

There are a variety of ways to apply for our ICB courses with Bellview Institute of Distance Learning. You can choose to:

Call us on our toll-free line at 080 039 0027
Contact one of our qualified course specialists

Call or WhatsApp us: 065 656 9818

Fill in our online application form

How Do I Study For An ICB Course?

To begin your ICB study journey, you have to follow the following steps:

Apply for the course you would like to study
Register on ICB student portal
Create your PoE
Complete all your course assignments and tests
Write your final examination at the end of your study module

When Can I Start Studying For An ICB Course?

Bellview Institute of Distance Learning offers all ICB courses, so you may begin your studies whenever you like. All you need are the required paperwork, and to meet all the course entry requirements. Registration is available at any time of the year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is ICB?

The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) is an organisation that provides accredited qualifications in areas such as management, administration, bookkeeping, and accounting.

What Are The Different ICB Courses I Can Study?

Bellview Institute of Distance Learning offers the following ICB courses available for you to study:

Business Management courses
Office Administration courses
Bookkeeping and Accounting courses

Do I Need Matric To Study ICB Courses?

No, you do not need Matric to study ICB courses. Bellview offers the following ICB courses, you can start with no Matric:

Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate (Grade 10 or Equivalent Certificate)
Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate (Grade 11 or Equivalent Certificate)

How Long Are ICB Courses?

Bellview’s ICB courses vary in length, and are determined by the course you choose to study.

ICB Business Management courses typically take about 60 months to complete.

ICB Office Administration courses typically take about 88 months to complete.

ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting courses typically take about 68 months to complete.

Are ICB Courses Recognised Internationally?

Yes, ICB courses are recognised internationally as they meet the internationally set educational standards to ensure quality education.

What Does ICB Stand For?

The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers provides students with accredited and recognised qualifications in bookkeeping, accounting, and business.

Can I Go To University With A Diploma Course?

No, there is no relation between ICB Diplomas and the entry requirements for university.

What NQF Level Is An ICB Diploma?

An ICB National Diploma is on an NQF level 06.

What NQF Levels Are ICB Courses?

Most ICB programmes have 3 courses that start at an NQF 4 with the final course being an NQF 6. Some ICB programmes have 4 courses and start at an NQF 3.

Do I Need Qualifications to Become a Bookkeeper?

The good news is that you don’t need to go to university to become a bookkeeper, as most professionals are qualified at diploma or certificate level. And whilst you can land an entry role without the relevant qualifications, employers will usually expect you to have knowledge of standard bookkeeping practices.

Who Accredits ICB Courses?

All ICB course providers are accredited by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).

Who Or What Is The ICB?

The ICB, Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, is the world’s biggest bookkeeping institution. With a worldwide membership of over 150 000 affiliates.

Who Awards ICB Certificates?

FASSET issues the ICB National Qualifications. You will also receive a programme completion certificate from the ICB.

Is ICB internationally Recognized?

Yes. ICB Courses are both nationally and internationally recognised.

How Much Does A Bookkeeper Make?

According to payscale a Bookkeeper makes R178,501 per year.

What Are The Different ICB Course I Can Study?

The different ICB courses you can study include:

Bookkeeping and Accounting courses
Office Administration courses
ICB Business Management courses

Why Should I Study An ICB Course?

When studying an ICB course, you are ensured a high quality learning experience. These courses are also recognized internationally, so you can use your qualification anywhere in the world to apply for job opportunities. Employers also hold these accredited qualifications in high regard, so you will be more employable.

What NQF Level Is Matric?

Matric is on an NQF level 04.

Can I Do ICB Without Matric?

You can start the following ICB courses without having a matric certificate:

Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate (Matric Equivalent)
Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate
Bookkeeping: ICB FET Certificate (Matric Equivalent)

What Is The Difference Between ICB and AAT?

The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) mainly focuses on bookkeeping courses and qualifications. While the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) mainly focuses on accounting qualifications.

Is Bookkeeping A Good Career?

Yes, it is. Bookkeeping is in demand which means that if you study a bookkeeping course, you have a higher chance of securing a good job. Bookkeepers are important in the business world as they record the financial health of businesses.

Where Can I Study ICB Courses?

If you wish to study an ICB course, then you can register at Bellview Institute of Distance Learning. Bellview offers the following accredited ICB courses:

ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting
ICB Business Management
ICB Office Administration

What Qualifications Do You Need To Be A Bookkeeper?

To become a bookkeeper, you will have to enroll in the ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting courses. The following bookkeeping courses are available at Bellview:

Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate
Bookkeeping: ICB FET Certificate

Can I Study Directly Through ICB?

No, you cannot. It is recommended that you register with Bellview Institute of Distance Learning to receive all the help and guidance you might need from a student support system, to ensure you pass your ICB course.

Does NSFAS Fund ICB Courses?

Yes, it does. NSFAS will fund ICB courses that are completed part-time, in a public higher education institution. If you are unsure if you qualify for the NSFAS bursary, you can still apply as long as you are studying in a public institution.

Do I Need To Have A Matric Certificate To Study An ICB Course?

No, you do not. To register for the Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate, you will need to have a Grade 10 Certificate. To register for the Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate, you will need to have a Grade 11 Certificate.

Can Bookkeepers Work Frome Home?

Yes, they can. Bookkeepers will typically need the right online software and tools, and an internet connection to work from home.

Does Unisa Recognise ICB Qualifications?

Unisa will not automatically give you credits for your ICB subjects but they will evaluate your application on the basis of Recongnition of Prior Learning.

What Can I Do With An ICB Qualification?

This is what you can do with your ICB qualification:

Apply for jobs in your chosen career
Further your studies by registering for another ICB course

How Do I Apply For ICB Courses?

If you are interested in studying ICB courses, you can apply at Bellview Institute of Distance Learning in the following methods:

Speak to a course specialist
Call us on our toll-free number at 080 039 0027
WhatsApp us at 065 656 9818

How Long Is An ICB Course?

ICB courses have various course durations. The shortest ICB course is 12 months long and the longest can take up to 36 months.

How Much Does A Business Manager Earn?

The average salary of a Business Manager, according to payscale, is R 34 756 per month.

Are ICB Courses Expensive?

For more information, you can contact our course specialist.

What Are The Most Popular Accounting Jobs?

The most popular accounting jobs are:

Auditor
Information and Technology Accountant
Senior Financial Analyst
Forensic Accountant
Managerial Accountant

Are ICB Courses In Demand In South Africa?

Yes, ICB courses offer financial and various administrative skills that are in demand in South Africa. Having these in-demand skills will increases your opportunities to find employment.

Can I Self-Study For ICB?

Independent Study (Self Study) is possible but we DO NOT recommend this route. The ICB is an external examining body only and offers no student support or graduation.

What Does The Acronym ICB Stand For?

ICB Stands for Institute Of Certified Bookkeepers.

Does The ICB Issue Student Cards?

No, students do not receive student cards from the ICB. They only receive student numbers.

What Is The ICB Pass Mark?

To pass an ICB course, you must have an overall grade average of 60% or higher.

Are ICB Courses Accredited?

Yes, ICB courses are accredited by the Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB).

Which ICB Courses Are Available?

The following ICB courses are available:

ICB Business Management courses
ICB Office Administration courses
ICB Bookkeeping and Accounting courses

What Are The ICB Business Management Courses SAQA ID Numbers?

The ICB Business Management courses SAQA ID numbers are:

Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate – 48736
Office Administration – Business Management: ICB Higher Certificate – 23619
Financial Accounting – Business Management: ICB National Diploma – 23619

What Is The Portfoilo of Evidence (PoE)?

The Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) consists of all the assignments and test you need to complete during your course. You must pass your Portfolio of Evidence with a minimum of 50% to qualify for the course exams. Furthermore your PoE counts 30% towards your final course mark.

What Are The ICB Office Administration Courses?

The ICB Office Administration courses are: