ICB-Accredited Providers
Student Exams Annually
Students Every Year
Successful Programmes Over The Last 5 Years
ICB-Accredited Providers
Student Exams Annually
Students Every Year
Successful Programmes Over The Last 5 Years
Since 1931, ICB has been an independent external examination body, setting the standard for bookkeeping, financial accounting, business management, and office administration assessments.
We accredit top training providers who offer bookkeeping courses, short courses, and self-study options. Whether you’re looking to complete a full bookkeeping programme or gain specific skills through flexible learning, our internationally endorsed assessments ensure career-ready expertise.
As education evolves, legacy NQF-accredited programmes are being phased out, with completion deadlines set for 2029. However, all earned credits remain valid for life. Our structured assessment pathways now consist of critical skills short courses and full programmes, equipping students with practical, in-demand skills to upskill quickly and advance their careers.
This includes the growing international movement towards “on-demand” and “learn-while-you-earn” short courses, providing individuals with opportunities to gain valuable skills, stand out in the job market, and add immediate value to their careers and earning potential.
Explore our accredited training providers or independent study options and start your journey towards valuable business and financial expertise today!
Discover which internationally endorsed programme or subject is best for you and which to start with.
Are you a full time student, working and want to study part time, or study online via a distance learning college?
Find an accredited college with classroom tuition or a distance college for correspondence learning.
Registration and exam enrollment – what steps to follow and how a PoE and the final exam works.
A unique study methodology gives you the best chance at succeeding.
Studying on your terms allows you to fit your studies around your life.
Regular exams provides flexibility in how frequently you do final exams.
Modular courses making your studies achievable.
Watch this short video to find out who we are and what we do.
It includes information on What to Study, How to Study, Where to Study and How to Get Started.
The NQF Accredited Programmes are available at hundreds of accredited training providers in Southern Africa.
To ensure our students stay competitive and receive updated and current knowledge, the ICB continuously assesses its programmes and subject matter. This is done to ensure we stay relevant and internationally aligned with industry trends.
Disclaimer
As we are currently running the teach out phase for Legacy Programmes there are terms used on the website such as qualification, credits and NQF. This pertains to students who register with ICB prior to 30 June 2026.
NEW students who register with ICB from 1 July 2026 will be on the non-credit bearing in SA but internationally endorsed by IQB – International External Examination Body.
Are you ready to see your study options and find a provider?