The ICB (Institute of Certified Bookkeepers) is an Independent External Examination body - we assess competency. This is important, as it means that we are not a training provider and we don't run the courses or provide training materials. Our Accredited Colleges do that.


We have been appointed by QCTO (Quality Council for Trades and Occupations), to conduct examinations on a number of Registered Qualifications that are on the NQF (National Qualifications Framework), and to then issue the relevant qualifications.


In order for our Programmes to be delivered, we have about 500 Approved Training Providers, who are all registered with DHET (Department of Education and Higher Training), to run ICB courses and training for our programmes.

The ICB has 3 study paths, each with its own set of subjects.  The 3 study paths are:

  • Financial Accounting
  • Office Administration
  • Business management





The ICBA (Institute of Certified Bookkeepers and Accountants) is a professional body for qualified finance professionals and business practitioners in Southern Africa, which includes bookkeepers, accountants, office administrators and financial managers.  

As a professional body, the ICBA awards designations for people who hold recognised, registered qualifications and relevant work experience. Our qualified members can put letters after their names that are recognised worldwide.

Please note that the ICBA unfortunately does not accept any new applications, due to its closure at the end of 2021. For more information on where to apply for professional memberships, please click here.