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HIGH QUALITY LEARNING EXPERIENCE

FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS

STUDY AT YOUR OWN PACE

ACHIEVE YOUR QUALIFICATIONS QUICKLY

REGISTERED ON THE NATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS FRAMEWORK

1 2 3 4 5The ICB isn’t just about a final exam. You’ll get a Portfolio of Evidence which includes 3 assignments and 2 tests, which will help you with your studies. There’s also optional college tuition, textbooks and workbooks, and study support from your college. Our unique study methodology has been designed to give you the best chance of succeeding – in your exams, in finding a job, and in your daily work.

Full time, part time, after hours, classroom learning, distance learning… you’ll be able to fit your studies around your life!

You’ll get your first qualification after completing just a few subjects.

Our programmes are modular and achievable – so motivating!

All our programmes are high quality, nationally recognised, and valued by our graduates and their employers.

NQF

Choose how many subjects you want to do at a time and when you want to do the final exams. The ICB offers regular exams, so you don’t need

to wait ages for the next one.

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ICB ASSIGNMENTS 1&2&3

QUESTION PAPER

Apr 2017 to Mar 2018

THIS PAPER CONSISTS OF 3 ASSIGNMENTS

ASSIGNMENT 1: 3 QUESTIONS



INSTRUCTIONS:

1. ICB Assignments form part of the formative mark and are to be completed in an open book environment.

2. This Question Paper Book contains all the questions for Assignments 1, 2 and 3.

3. All questions are to be completed in the Assignment Answer Book provided in your Portfolio of Evidence (PoE).

4. Check that you have the correct number of pages. 5. Please be neat, as illegible handwriting cannot be marked. You must write in blue or black ink. In practice it is

unacceptable for Bookkeepers to use correcting fluid (Tipp-ex). Marks will be deducted for the use of correction fluid.

6. Upon completion of your final exam, include your Assignment Answer Book in your PoE. The entire PoE must be

handed in for marking by the ICB. 7. This question paper must NOT be returned to the ICB. You must retain this Assignment Question Paper Book.

8. All questions must be completed.

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2. This Answer Book contains all the answer templates for Assignments 1, 2 and 3.

3. All questions are to be completed in this book.

4. Check that you have the correct number of pages.

5. Please be neat, as illegible handwriting cannot be marked. You must write in blue or black ink. In practice it is


6. Upon completion of your final exam, include this Assignment Answer Book in your PoE. The entire PoE must be handed

in for marking by the ICB.


STUDENT NAME (first name then surname):

UNIQUE ICB STUDENT NUMBER:

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ICB TEST 1A

QUESTION PAPER


THIS TEST PAPER CONSISTS OF 3 QUESTIONS – 50 MARKS – 1 ½ HOURS

QUESTION 1: MATCH THE COLUMNS

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QUESTION 2: TNE ENTREPRENEURIAL PROCESS & REVOLUTION

20 MARKS

QUESTION 3: RECOGNISING AND EVALUATING OPPORTUNITIES

20 MARKS INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Check that you have the correct number of pages. 2. The question must be answered in the answer book provided. 3. Attempt the questions where you feel confident that you can get the most marks for first.

4. The mark allocation is an indication of the amount of time that should be allocated to each question. Answer all the

questions even if you don’t quite finish each one. Remember not to leave out a whole question/s.



6. You may NOT retain this question paper. It needs to be handed in, along with the PoE after the final exam.



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...qualified, employed, indispensable

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PROSPECTUS 2017

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STUDENT EXAMS ANNUALLY

50,000ICB-ACCREDITED PROVIDERS

500SUCCESSFUL QUALIFICATIONS OVER THE L AST 5 YEARS

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

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History and roleThe ICB was established in 1931 – and at 87 years old, we’re still extremely passionate about what we do! Our role is to improve and maintain the quality of bookkeeping, accounting, office administration, business management and entrepreneurship training and qualifications in southern Africa. Which is a bit of a mouthful – but all it really means is we work hard to build the credibility and reputation of these fields.

AccreditationThis is why we are a Quality Assurance Partner for the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO). The Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Fasset) issues NQF aligned certificates and diplomas to our graduates. The ICB is not a training provider – rather, we are an examining body for several registered business qualifications.

CONTENTSCHOOSE WHAT TO STUDY pg 4

CHOOSE HOW TO STUDY pg 18

CHOOSE WHERE TO STUDY pg 20

MY ICB LEARNING EXPERIENCE pg 22

STUDY FURTHER pg 28

OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION pg 32

Super flexible study options:

- Full time

- Part time

- In a classroom

- Distance learning

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The ICB’s 5 study programmes pg 5

Your career path with the ICB and ICBA pg 6

Common subjects across programmes pg 7

Choose a training provider pg 20

Learnerships pg 32

Recognising prior learning and work experience pg 33

Bursaries pg 34

Fees pg 34

Exam timetables pg 36 - 39

Register as an ICB student pg 23

Enter exams pg 23

All about the Portfolio of Evidence pg 24

The final exam pg 25

Marks and results pg 26

Study further pg 28

Professional membership opportunities pg 29

The ICB’s sister organisations: ICBA and ITH pg 30

ICB FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING PG 8

ICB PUBLIC SECTOR ACCOUNTING PG 10

ICB BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PG 12

ICB ENTREPRENEURSHIP PG 14

ICB OFFICE ADMINISTRATION PG 16

STUDENTS EVERY YEAR

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SOUTHERN AFRICA

ICB FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING PROGRAMME

ICB BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

ICB ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMME

ICB PUBLIC SECTOR ACCOUNTING PROGRAMME

ICB OFFICE ADMINISTRATION PROGRAMME

#ICANBE #ICANBE #ICANBE #ICANBE

THE ICB’S 5 STUDY PROGRAMMES

...an assistant or administrator in human resources, office management, legal, administration, public relations, marketing, finance, sales or customer relations; junior researcher; junior analyst; sales assistant; senior office administrator; secretary; general office manager; human resources manager; labour relations manager; field, floor, department or store supervisor or manager; customer services manager; key account manager; business manager, advisor or consultant; service manager; sales manager...

...an entrepreneur; business owner; finance person in a new business or start-up; financial accountant; Chief Financial Officer in an entrepreneurial environment; business consultant or advisor; accounting officer...

...a junior office administrator; receptionist; office assistant; public relations officer; marketing administrator; senior office administrator; secretary; general office manager; human resources administrator, labour relations administrator; office manager; public relations manager; administrative manager...

...a bookkeeper; accounts clerk; payroll administrator; creditors clerk; debtors administrator; junior accountant; assistant accountant; credit controller; financial services officer; business analyst; financial manager; accounting technician; tax technician; financial services manager; technical financial accountant; financial accountant; accounting officer; tax practitioner; tax consultant; management accountant; assistant manager...

#ICANBE...a public accounts administrator; technical public accountant; public sector financial accountant; in public service; a big help to my local government...

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The ICB’s 5 programmes are designed to give you the most relevant, practical and useful knowledge and skills to make you employable and valuable.

When you look at the programmes in detail, you’ll see that some subjects appear in all of them. These are the courses that give you the most essential skills, no matter what programme you choose.

We update our course structure and content every year to keep everything relevant. This means you can hit the ground running at work with what you’ve learnt, with knowledge that is completely up to date.

Level up! The ICB’s programmes are divided into different levels. When you complete just a few subjects successfully, you’ll be awarded an ICB Programme Certificate and can move up to the next level. It’s really motivating to have such achievable goals! And you can do it all at your own pace.

Need to press pause?If life responsibilities or finances mean you need to take a short break from your studies, you can. Simply pick up where you left off when you’re ready to start again. Just don’t leave it too long, as the subject material does get updated every year.

Don’t just be employable – be indispensable!

THE ICB’S 5 STUDY PROGRAMMES SHARE COMMON SUBJECTS:

These contain fundamental skills and knowledge that are relevant

and valuable to more than one stream.

This chart shows how some of the subjects overlap across

our programmes. Note that they are not in any kind of order

- you would need to complete the subjects and levels of our

programmes as outlined on pages 8 - 17.

However, you can see here which are the specialist subjects

for each stream (shown in the programme colours) and

how easy it is to complete just a few extra subjects

to attain a second programme qualification.

For example, if you have completed the ICB Financial Accounting Programme, by

obtaining just 2 more subjects (TPAC and PAAD), you can qualify for the Public Sector Accounting

Programme too.CMGT for Accounting, Public Sector Accounting & Office Administration are the same. Coloured cells are unique to that particular programme.

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CPBK FMCL MGMT

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BLAC BMT3 ENT3 BOA3

FRRF ECON

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TOTAL SUBJECTS PER PROGRAMME:

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The durations shown for each programme / level are guidelines only. How long it will take you to do your course will depend on whether you study full time or part time, how many subjects you do at a time, and other factors unique to you.

It’s not compulsory to complete an entire level before moving on to the next. But to get your qualifications, you must have completed all subjects within a level. It may be possible for you to leapfrog some subjects if you are granted credits for prior learning (see page 33).

The dark blue text on the chart on the left shows the ICBA membership level and designation.

To qualify for an ICBA designation, you must hold the relevant qualification and have a required amount of work experience. A fee is also payable. Please see www.icba.org.za for details.

National Certificate: Bookkeeping NQF L3 SAQA ID 58375Certified Junior Bookkeeper CJBIcba(SA)

National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting NQF L5 SAQA ID 36213Certified Technical Financial Accountant CTFAIcba(SA)

FET Certificate: Bookkeeping NQF L4 SAQA ID 58376Certified Senior Bookkeeper CSBIcba(SA)

National Diploma: Financial Accounting NQF L6 SAQA ID 20366Certified Financial Accountant CFAIcba(SA)

YOUR CAREER PATH WITH THE ICB AND ICBAICB FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING PROGRAMME= TOTAL: 3 YEARS = TOTAL: 3 YEARS = TOTAL: 3 YEARS = TOTAL: 3 YEARS = TOTAL: 3 YEARS

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National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management NQF L4 SAQA ID 48736Certified Small Business Financial Manager CSBFMIcba(SA)

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ICB FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING PROGRAMME


Every business needs someone to manage their booksWant to be able to offer indispensable bookkeeping and accounting skills, or become an accountant someday? This is the course for you. It will equip you with knowledge and practical skills in bookkeeping, financial accounting, income tax, financial management, reporting standards, corporate strategy, management accounting and research.

Get your first qualification after just 4 subjects!There are 12 subjects which build on each other. You’ll complete the ICB Financial Accounting: Foundation Level of this programme (and achieve the National Certificate: Bookkeeping) after successfully passing just four subjects. Keep studying and you’ll progress through the Intermediate levels to the final, Advanced Level.

...in charge of a company’s accounts

FOUNDATION LEVEL

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

UPPER INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

ADVANCED LEVEL

Successful completion of the previous subjects (1-4) – i.e. hold the National Certificate: Bookkeeping.

Successful completion of the previous subjects (1-8) – i.e. hold the National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting NQF L5 – or equivalent.

Grade 10 (Std 8) or equivalent.

No prior accounting knowledge needed. You must be at least 16 years old.

Monthly bookkeeping; asset disposal; year-end adjustments; International Financial Reporting Standards for SMEs; branch accounts; incomplete records; analysis of financial statements; understand cash flow; basic cost and management accounts; prepare manufacturing accounts; costing and budgeting.

Complete a full set of accounts for a financial year; support management in finance and accounting; become a SAIT tax practitioner (once you meet their requirements); know the ins and outs of accounting, taxation (individuals and companies), auditing and business law.

Compile annual financial statements; register with SAIBA as an Accounting Officer (once you meet their requirements); work with Chartered Accountants and Auditors; have a thorough knowledge of accounting theory and practice, corporate strategy; and International Financial Reporting Standards.

Monthly bookkeeping to trial balance (manual and computerised); disclose profit and financial position; reconcile suppliers, inventory and bank statements; calculate PAYE/ UIF/SDL; payroll tax and other deductions; EMP201, EMP501, IRP5, IRP6 and IT3a documents and VAT returns.

Successful completion of the previous subjects (1-6) - i.e. hold the Further Education and Training Certificate: Bookkeeping.

Financial Statements (FNST)

Cost and Management Accounting (CMGT)

Income Tax Returns (ITRT)

Business Law and Accounting Control (BLAC)

National Certificate: Bookkeeping

NQF L3 (SAQA ID: 58375) Total credits: 120

Further Education and Training Certificate: Bookkeeping

NQF L4 (SAQA ID: 58376) Total cumulative credits: 130

National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting


National Diploma: Financial Accounting


Senior Bookkeeper, Junior Accountant, Assistant Accountant, Financial Services Officer, Credit Controller, Business Analyst.

Technical Financial Accountant, Financial Manager, Accounting Technician, Tax Technician, Financial Services Manager.

Junior Bookkeeper, Accounts Clerk, Reconciliation Clerk, Payroll Clerk, Accounts Payable/ Receivable Clerk.

Financial Accountant, Accounting Officer (via SAIBA, see page 30). Tax Practitioner, Tax Consultant, Management Accountant, Assistant Manager.

DURATION: 12 MONTHS DURATION: + 6 MONTHS DURATION: + 6 MONTHS DURATION: + 12 MONTHS

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Bookkeeping to Trial Balance (BKTB)

Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns (PMSR)

Computerised Bookkeeping (CPBK)

Business Literacy (BUSL)

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Corporate Strategy (CRPS)

Management Accounting Control Systems (MACS)

Financial Reporting and Regulatory Frameworks (FRRF)

Research Theory and Practice (RTAP)

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...helping government run better

Local government needs you! If you want to work in finance in government or municipalities, this is the stream to study.

This programme has been designed to address the lack of skills in the public sector and give students knowledge that will help government run more productively. You’ll learn how to produce high quality financial statements, implement basic internal controls, conduct effective internal auditing, and apply sound accounting and financial principles.

Build on your qualifications as you go Complete the first four subjects – ICB Public Sector Accounting: Foundation Level – and you’ll get your first qualification (National Certificate: Public Sector Accounting). Progress through the programme’s Intermediate and Advanced levels to keep building your skill set and increase your employability.


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DID YOU KNOW?Enhance your studies and broaden your employment options by completing just one or two extra subjects in the Financial Accounting Programme:

• If you hold the National Certificate: Public Sector Accounting, you can attain the National Certificate: Bookkeeping by completing the Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns subject.

• If you have qualified with the Diploma: Public Sector Accounting, you can get the National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting by completing the Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns and the Income Tax Returns subjects.

National Certificate: Public Sector Accounting, which consists of the previous 4 subjects.

Diploma: Public Sector Accounting, which consists of the previous 8 subjects.

Work as a qualified accounting technician in the public sector. Make a positive contribution to the country by improving public finance management; contribute to the optimal use of state resources; demonstrate a shift from cash to accrual accounting.

Compile annual financial statements; register with SAIBA as an Accounting Officer (once you meet their requirements); work with Chartered Accountants and Auditors; have a thorough knowledge of accounting theory and practice, strategy, management accounting and regulatory frameworks.

Grade 11 (Std 9), NQF 3 or equivalent.

You must be at least 16 years of age. No prior accounting knowledge needed.

Administer public accounts. Help improve public sector financial management by adding value, efficiency and productivity to government departments.

National Certificate: Public Sector Accounting

NQF L4 (SAQA ID: 20352)Total credits: 120

Diploma: Public Sector Accounting



NQF L6 (SAQA ID: 20366)Total cumulative credits: 280

Technical Public Accountant, Accounting Technician in the public sector.

Public Sector Financial Accountant, Financial Accountant. Accounting Officer (via SAIBA, see page 30).

Public Accounts Administrator.

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Public Accounting Administration (PAAD)

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Technical Public Accounting (TPAC)

Business Law and Accounting Control (BLAC)

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...managing a successful business

Learn how to make a business succeed This programme is just the ticket if you have ambitions of managing a business and its finances. Good business management is vitally important for a company’s commercial success. In this programme, you’ll learn about business and financial management best practices, office and legal practice, human resource management, computer literacy, global business strategy and research methods in commerce.

Your first qualification in just 3 subjects You can achieve the ICB Business Management: Foundation Level after completing just three subjects (and achieve the National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management). Continue your studies to progress to the Intermediate and Advanced Levels, and their associated nationally recognised qualifications. #ICANBE


FOUNDATION LEVEL INTERMEDIATE LEVEL ADVANCED LEVEL

Higher Certificate: Office Administration (must include the Business Management 2 subject).

Work with a management information system at a corporate level. Prepare a business for internal/external audit. Apply principles of strategic intent and strategic thinking in a global business environment. Apply managerial finance and control principles in a commercial environment. Draw up and interpret financial statements and reports in accordance with IFRS.



Financial Accountant, Accounting Officer (via SAIBA, see page 30). Field/Floor/Store/Department Manager, Key Account Manager, Business Manager, Business Consultant, Business Advisor, Service or Sales Manager.

Grade 11 (Std 9), NQF L3 or an equivalent.

Demonstrate an understanding of the documentation, processing and recording of a business’s financial transactions. Communicate effectively with the business stakeholders. Show you know what it means to be a general manager. Cost and price products, and manage working capital. Operate a personal computer.

National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management

NQF L4 (SAQA ID 48736) Total credits: 120

Assistant or administrator in human resources, office management, legal, administration, public relations, finance, marketing, sales, customer relations. Junior Researcher, Junior Analyst, Sales Assistant.

Business Management 1 (BMT1)



Higher Certificate: Office Administration


Senior Office Administrator, Secretary, General Office Manager, Human Resources Manager, Labour Relations Manager, Field/Floor/Store/Department Supervisor, Customer Service Manager.

National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management (must include the Business Management 1 subject).

Manage your diary and work schedule as a manager. Operate efficiently as a general office manager of a business. Apply marketing, law, PR and economics principles in business. Draw up and interpret financial statements and reports. Work efficiently with the HR and labour relations departments. Apply business growth principles for local and global expansion.

Office and Legal Practice (OLPR)


Marketing Management and Public Relations (MMPR)


Human Resources Management and Labour Relations (HRLR)


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Financial Management and Control (FMCL)


Research Theory and Practice (RTAP) (By short dissertation, topic: Business Management)

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#ICANBE

Dreaming of running your own business? If you are financially-minded and have dreams to start, manage or develop a small/medium sized business, or want to help grow an established local company to a global enterprise, this is the study stream for you.

Learn what you need to succeed Every entrepreneurial venture needs someone who is financially savvy, and that’ll be you if you study this programme. The specially-selected subjects in this programme are designed to give you the financial, accounting and commercial skills you’ll need to make your business a success. The course also covers strategy, technical knowledge, and personal skills.

The Foundation Level will give you a good grounding (and earn you the National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management). Keep studying to achieve the Intermediate and Advanced Levels, and their associated NQF qualifications.

...my own boss

Each time I receive my certificate in the mail, it has honestly been the best feeling ever. And the look on my husband’s face shows how proud he is of me!”

- Showneaz, ICB student





National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management (must include the Entrepreneurship 1 subject).

Lead a small/medium sized business. Manage your work schedule as an entrepreneur. Operate efficiently in an office environment. Apply law, marketing, PR and economic principles in business. Draw up and interpret financial statements and reports. Work efficiently with HR and labour relations. Apply local and global growth principles.

Office and Legal Practice (OLPR)





Grade 11 (Std 9), NQF L3 or an equivalent.

Understand what it means to be an entrepreneur in South Africa. Identify business opportunities, set up a new business. Understand the documents, processes and recording of financial transactions in the business. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Cost and price products and manage working capital. Manage business logistics. Work with SARS and other statutory bodies. Operate a personal computer.

National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management

NQF L4 (SAQA ID 48736) Total credits: 120

You’re probably not interested in applying for a job if you’re studying this programme! If you’re not starting your own business, you could join a start-up or new business as their finance person.




Higher Certificate: Office Administration (must include the Entrepreneurship 2 subject).

Work with a management information system at a corporate level. Prepare a business for internal/external audit. Apply principles of strategic intent and strategic thinking in a global entrepreneurial environment. Apply managerial finance and control principles in a commercial environment. Understand and stick to entrepreneurial ethics. Manage and lead change in your business. Draw up and interpret financial statements and reports in accordance with IFRS.



Financial Accountant, Chief Financial Officer in an entrepreneurial environment, Business Consultant, Business Advisor, Accounting Officer (via SAIBA, see page 30).


Financial Management and Control (FMCL)


Research Theory and Practice (RTAP) (By short dissertation, topic: Entrepreneurship)


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Increase your knowledge – and your responsibilities As you work your way through this programme’s 12 subjects, you’ll move up from the Foundation Level through the Intermediate Level and ultimately to the Advanced Level – and achieve their associated NQF qualifications.

This programme is a great choice if you want to help any company run in an organised way. The knowledge you gain in each successive qualification builds on the last, allowing you to take on key functions and increased responsibility in your workplace.

Be an indispensable all-rounder This programme is perfect for those of you who want to learn a little bookkeeping, and a lot of all-round office knowledge. By learning about all the elements that contribute to a smooth-running office, you’ll be able to help out in just about any department.

...helping an office run smoothly#ICANBE



Certificate: Office Administration, which consists of the previous 6 subjects.

Higher Certificate: Office Administration, which consists of the previous 9 subjects.

Apply a range of office administration techniques and economics; perform human resources and labour relations administrative tasks.

Use your advanced knowledge of office administration and management techniques, financial accounting and reporting skills.

Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent – and you must be at least 16 years of age.

No prior accounting knowledge needed.

Business communication; bookkeeping up to trial balance; apply your basic knowledge of cost and management accounting; use your basic skills in marketing and public relations, business law and administrative practice.

Business and Office Administration 2 (BOA2)


Economics (ECON)



Management (MGMT)

Certificate: Office Administration

NQF L5 (SAQA ID: 23618) Total credits: 120



Diploma: Office Administration


Senior Office Administrator, Secretary, General Office Manager, Human Resources Administrator, Labour Relations Administrator.

Office Manager, Public Relations Manager, Administrative Manager.

Junior Office Administrator, Receptionist, Office Assistant, Public Relations Officer, Marketing Administrator.


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Full time at a collegeMost school leavers opt for this route, because they aren’t working yet or tied down with too many commitments (lucky them!).

Part time at a collegeIf you’re working full time but really want to gain a qualification, this is a great option as you’ll attend classes after hours every week. Part time studies can really increase your options if you’re already employed but looking to up-skill and increase your job security, or even change jobs.

Video studies at a collegeIf you can’t always make scheduled classes, some colleges have the option of letting you watch pre-recorded lectures. Instead of attending fixed classes, you can book viewing times with your college that suit your lifestyle.

DISTANCE LEARNINGDistance learning is the most flexible and affordable way to study while still getting support from a college.

Register with a distance learning college and they will send you the tuition material you need for the subjects you signed up for.

As a distance learner, you will have access to the college’s helpline and support structures, so you won’t really be going it alone.

You work through the material yourself, at your own pace, wherever you are. At the end of your course, you’ll sit your final exam at the ICB examination centre nearest to you.

Monthly exams Training providers conduct formal exams for classroom-based students every month, but do double check when they’re doing the exams for the subjects you’re interested in.

Exams 5 times a yearExams for distance learning and independent students are conducted 5 times a year, at ICB-approved examination centres around southern Africa. See timetables on pages 36 - 39.

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How long do ICB courses last?They range from 6 months to 3 years, depending on which course you are registered for. Each subject in the course should take about 48 hours of study (roughly 3 months in reality) before you write the final exam.

Today I can proudly say that I know I’m heading

towards a brighter future for me and my children. The ICB

has made me realise that I’m capable of anything that I set my mind to.”

- Siyabonga, ICB student

AQCLASSROOM STUDIES

INDEPENDENT SELF-STUDY (not recommended)

This option means you can do the work at your own pace, but you are entirely on your own. Which means you’ll have to get hold of all course materials yourself, and you’ll have no access to tutor support from any college, the ICB, or the publishers of the textbooks.

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SUPER FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS TO FIT AROUND YOUR LIFE

Just finished school and can’t wait for campus life? A working mom with lots of ambition, but very little time? On a mission to study intensively and qualify in just 6 months? Or maybe you have a longer term plan to study on the side while working full time?

Whatever your situation, there will be an ICB study route that works for you. We have hundreds of accredited training providers (colleges) across southern Africa, who will provide you with invaluable tuition and support, whether you register for classroom or distance learning.

In a classroom, via distance learning, full time or part time? It’s up to you!

I’m a divorced mom and support my daughter on my own. I’m bettering myself and my circumstances. I want to be a good example for my daughter.” - Marisa, ICB student

...studying at a pace that suits me

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The ICB vs your

training provider

Your training provider’s role is to teach you

during your course, or give you support

remotely if you are doing distance learning. They will

also sort you out with course materials and prepare you for your

final exam.

The ICB’s job is to test your knowledge at the

end of your course. We’re an examining

body only - not a training provider. A bit

like the traffic officer who conducts your

driving test (but didn’t teach you to drive)!

3I CAN CHOOSE WHERE TO STUDY

Over 500 providers to choose from!ICB courses are available at hundreds of accredited training providers in southern Africa. This page shows just a small selection of them. Our providers offer classroom or distance learning – or both.

For the full list of training providers, and to search for one near you, please visit the ICB website www.icb.org.za and follow this path: Home page > Where to study > Training providers

Meyer Otto Academy/Akademie

044 884 0791www.africaskills.co.za

Ndugu Institute011 681 0012

www.nduguinstitute.co.za

Oxbridge Academy021 1100 200

www.oxbridgeacademy.co.za

SAB & TCA 012 648 9714

www.sabtca-academy.co.za

SACOB 0861 072 262

www.sacob.com

Spectrium Graduate School of Business

011 339 1746www.spectrium.co.za

The Business School at Varsity CollegeCape Town 021 685 5021

Durban/Westville 031 573 2038Pietermaritzburg 033 386 2376

Port Elizabeth 041 363 4223Pretoria 012 348 2551Sandton 011 784 6939Waterfall 010 224 4300

www.thebusinessschool.co.za

Traditional education, Modern delivery.

Successors Training

031 822 2780 031 836 0852

www.successors.co.za

Unigrad013 755 3503

www.unigradcollege.co.za

Qualitas051 447 5412

www.qualitasworld.co.za

Retsile The School of Business

0861 106 689 | www.retsile.co.za

Intec College0860 313 131

www.intec.edu.za

Oval (H.O.) www.myoval.co.za

Cape Town 021 426 5135Durban 031 305 6192

JHB 010 591 0639Pietermaritzburg 033 345 2984

UniCollege011 955 5326

www.unicollege.co.za

Intraccounts Business Institute | 011 051 0810www.intraccounts.co.za

KIB College Umhlanga

031 584 6400www.kib.co.za

MSC Business College043 748 5778

www.msccollege.co.za

Pinetown Institute of Technology

031 701 0645www.pinetowntech.co.za

Preferred Solutions

021 945 1279www.prefsoltraining.co.za

Richfield 031 304 9340

www.richfield.co.za

Tshwane College | 011 333 2220 012 322 5239 / 5866 | www.tshwanecollege.net

Academy Training Group | 011 394 1383www.academytraining.co.za

Amilak Training Center 011 672 5223

www.amilaktraining.co.za

CTU Training Solutions | 0861 100 395www.ctutraining.ac.za

Damelin0860 326 354

www.damelin.co.za

Damelin Correspondence

0860 616 161www.dcc.edu.za

ELMI | 043 742 0235www.elmi.co.za

Falcon Business Institute

011 337 7543www.falconbusinessinstitute.co.za

Careers 2000 Business College 031 401 2000 | www.careers2000.co.za

SA Institute of Commerce & Technology

Rustenburg, Zeerust & Midrand | 0861 277 726www.computerandcareers.co.za

Award Training 041 363 0466

www.award.co.za

Central Technical College0861 665 666

www.ctc.edu.za

Centurion Academy Wilkoppies 018 468 7147Witbank 013 656 2603

www.ca.ac.za

Centurion Academy

Rustenburg014 597 4051

www.carustenburg.co.za

College SA 0861 663 663

www.collegesa.co.za

IBTCwww.ibtc.co.za

Cape Town 0861 111 411Durban 0861 111 411Pretoria 0861 111 411Sandton 0861 111 411

The Growth Institute | 082 330 6295www.growthinstitute.co.za

Harvest Institute of Commerce 011 823 6116 | www.harvestinstitute.co.za

Innovatus 032 541 0004/5/6

www.innovatus.co.za

HC Varsity021 556 8464

www.hcvarsity.co.za

Academy of York 086 123 9675www.aoy.co.za

BDCE 021 975 1107

www.bdce.co.za

ATTI Nelspruit 013 755 2638

www.attinelspruit.co.za

Boston 011 551 2000

www.boston.co.zaOver 40 Support Centres Nationwide

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EXPERIENCE 4Giving you the best chance to succeedThe ICB’s unique phased learning model applies to ALL our 30 subjects. It’s been designed to empower you to learn concepts and grasp skills that will stay with you for life.

Your exam entry fee covers not just the final exam, but your PoE and the 5 x ICB-standardised Tests and Assignments. Now that’s thorough!

ONCE YOU HAVE DONE THESE...

I’ve decided WHAT TO STUDY

I’ve chosen HOW TO STUDY

I’ve picked WHERE TO STUDY – I’ve registered with a college and they’ve helped me plan my workload.

SUBJECTS ARE FLEXIBLE TOO!How many and which subjects you do at a time is up to you. You can do as many or as few as you want to at the same time. We do recommend you do the subjects from the lower levels first and work your way up, but this isn’t compulsory. You’ll just need to make sure you’ve achieved all the subjects required for your qualification.

YOU CAN GET STARTED!

Classroom students will do this through their colleges.

Distance learning students will enter on the Student Portal online. Go to www.icb.org.za and click through to the Student Portal.

Choose your qualification first. Then choose the subject(s), exam date(s) and venue for your exams, and submit your exam entry along with the required fee. All students will get an email confirming their exam entries.

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EXAM DATES AND VENUES

Classroom students: Most colleges hold exams on-site every month, so check what your college’s schedule is.

Distance learning students can enter ICB exams in February, May, July, September and November. Exams take place at the ICB-approved examination centres around southern Africa.

Pay your ICB registration and exam fees as early as possible, so we can send you your PoE ASAP. Your PoE is an amazing tool to help you study. Don’t leave it to the last minute or you’ll really be disadvantaging yourself!

WHEN DO I GET MY Portfolio of Evidence?

• Check that all your personal details on the cover are correct. Let your college/the ICB know ASAP if anything is wrong.

• Read through the entire PoE and fill in information where you are asked to.

WHAT MUST I DO WHEN I GET MY PoE?

3 Your PoE will arrive 3-4 weeks after the ICB receives your exam entry for a specific subject.

How many Portfolios will I get?You’ll get one PoE per subject per exam. Each PoE is customised to that specific subject. Distance learning students will receive their Portfolios directly; classroom students will get them from their colleges.

EXAM TIMETABLES AND VENUES Pages 36 - 39

1 ENTER FOR AN ICB EXAMREGISTER WITH THE ICB

IMPORTANT: You can only write your final exam if you have entered before its closing date, paid the exam fee and your ICB annual student registration fee. See our 2017 fee schedule on page 35.

Distance learning students can register online on the ICB’s

Student Portal.

Classroom students will be registered by their colleges.

Registration means that we will add you to the ICB database and issue you with a student number. You only need to register once, and your student number stays the same throughout your studies.

You will need to pay the ICB registration fee when you register with us for the first time, and then each year that you are actively studying an ICB course.

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WHEN DO I HAND IN MY PoE?• A few days before your final exam,

go through the checklist in your ICB Portfolio Administration Guide to make sure you have done and

included everything. Make a copy of your entire PoE as a backup.

• Take your completed PoE to your final exam. You’ll hand it in there.

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Need to postpone your exam?

If you’re not ready to write your final exam, you can postpone it ONCE only to the next exam date. Submit your postponement request to the ICB before the last date for postponements for that exam cycle (see the exam timetables for these dates for postponement date on pg 36-39).

Sick on exam day?

You can apply for a medical postponement and you’ll need a medical certificate. Contact your college or the ICB for more information.

Missed your exam?

If you did not attend your exam, and did not postpone it in time, you’ll have to start the subject over by re-entering for the exam and getting a new PoE.

Your ICB Portfolio Administration Guide This is your indispensable guide to studying your ICB subject! Your ICB Portfolio Administration Guide tells you exactly what you need to do throughout your ICB studies. It explains how to fill in your PoE, and contains lots of

forms you need to complete. Work through it step by step and follow all the instructions in it, and you’ll be on track for success!

ICB Tests and Assignments For every subject, the ICB sets 3 Assignments and 2 Tests that help you to test your knowledge during your studies. Distance learning students will find the ICB Tests and Assignments in their PoE when it arrives. Classroom-based students will get their ICB Assignments in their Portfolios, and their ICB Tests will be given by their lecturers during their studies.

Answer books You’ll also find blank answer books in your PoE for you to write the answers to your ICB Tests and Assignments in.

• When you have finished writing your final exam, you must add the exam question and answer papers to your PoE and hand everything in together.

• You cannot send the ICB anything else for your PoE after you have handed it in. Each subject is divided into 3 learning phases. You’ll do an ICB Assignment during each phase, and at the end of phases 1 and 2, you’ll complete an ICB Test to test your knowledge. These tests have been set by the ICB and are standardised – all students must complete them.

Your final exam marks the end of the third learning phase.

This integrated way of learning helps to prepare you (and is good practice) for your final exam. You’ll know what to expect – no surprises!

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YOUR FINAL EXAM

THE 4 TOOLS TO HELP YOU STUDY DURING YOUR COURSE

COLLEGE TUITION

STUDY MATERIALS

Lectures

Video learning

Online learning

Textbooks

Workbooks

Study guides

Tutoring

Study groups, etc.

STUDY SUPPORT from your college

PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE: ASSIGNMENTS AND TESTS

Learning Phase 1

Learning Phase 2

Learning Phase 3

• Assignment 1 • Test 1

• Assignment 2 • Test 2

• Assignment 3 • FINAL EXAM

Your college will give you your course materials and textbooks, whether you are a classroom or distance learning student. If you chose to study independently, you’ll have to get your own textbooks and course materials.

If you have queries about the work, please speak to your training provider. They will be able to help you with questions about your subject content, theory, assignments, etc. If you’re an independent student and have chosen NOT to study via a college, you will have to find the support you need yourself.

The ICB is strictly only the external examining body for these qualifications. To remain independent and fair, we cannot get involved in any support or tuition.

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The ICB learning experience is unique – our academic team

has designed it to give you the best possible chance of learning

effectively and passing your subject first time. But it’s not just

about passing the exam. Our methodology makes sure you get a deep and thorough understanding

of your course materials. So you don’t just get a qualification - you gain real skills that you can use in

your job from Day 1.

Your PoE is one of the 4 tools that will help you to study your ICB course:

Your college tuition, study materials and support from your college are the other 3 tools to help you succeed in your studies. Check with your college which of these they offer:

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WHAT’S INSIDE MY PoE?

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Results are released about 7 weeks after your exam. See the exam timetables for results release dates.

Classroom students will get their results from their colleges. Distance learning students will be able to get their results on the Student Portal, and they will also be emailed to you.

NOT YET COMPETENT?If you qualify for an exam re-write you don’t need to redo your PoE, just the final exam, which will count 100%. You’ll need to redo your exam within 12 months. If you are again not yet competent, or miss your re-write, you’ll have to start the subject over. You can carry on with your other subjects in the meantime.

COMPETENT?Congratulations! Now you can move on to your next subject. Finished an ICB level? You’ll get an ICB Programme Certificate from the ICB within 2 months. The ICB submits your qualification details to FASSET, who then processes your NQF Qualification Certificate. Their processing time is about 6 months. You can also migrate to another programme just by completing another few subjects. (See page 7.)

PASS MARK: YOU NEED TO GET

OVERALL TO BE DECLARED COMPETENT.

60%70% of your final mark comes from your final exam. You must get

a minimum of 50% for the final exam to be declared ‘competent’ in the subject.

30% of your mark comes from the ICB Assignments and

ICB Tests that you do during your course.

70%YOUR FINAL EXAM

ICB ASSIGNMENTS AND ICB TESTS30%

Depending on how you do, you’ll either be declared COMPETENT or NOT YET COMPETENT.

Classroom students: Your ICB Tests are provisionally marked by the college, then

moderated by the ICB.

HOW IS EVERYTHING MARKED?

Distance learning students: Everything in your PoE will be marked by the ICB.

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REGISTER WITH A PROFESSIONAL BODYIf you’ve completed a full qualification, you can apply to register with a professional body like the ICBA. See page 29 for details.

The professional bodies you can register with are: Q. I submitted my PoE but didn’t include

all my ICB Assignments and ICB Tests. Can I submit these later? No, you need to make 100% sure that everything is included in your PoE before you submit it. The ICB cannot accept any additional materials for marking after you’ve handed it in. Only what you hand in at your final exam will be marked.

Q. What if there’s no examination centre near where I live? The ICB arranges exam venues throughout southern Africa and a detailed list is available on www.icb.org.za. If you live and work more than 200km from an official examination centre, you can submit a Private Invigilator Application to the ICB with the prescribed fee, which will be considered on an individual basis. If a new centre opens after you’ve submitted your application, we reserve the right to allocate you to it.

Q. Can you send me past papers so I can practice for my exam please? Nope, sorry. Past papers are not available because if outcomes change, past papers will be out-dated - plus we need to protect the credibility of the papers. Your course materials (which do contain sample questions) and the ICB Assignments and ICB Tests that go into your PoE will prepare you for the questions in your final exam. Please speak to your training provider if you feel you need extra help.

Q. If I’m studying an ICB course independently, can I call the ICB for help with assignments or understanding the course material? No, the ICB does not provide tuition or study support to any students. If you’ve chosen to study independently, you’ll have to find the answers yourself through your family, friends, colleagues or the internet.

Q. I can’t decide between college and independent study. What should I choose? College study (classroom-based or distance learning) is the option we always recommend, as you’ll get help from a college if you are stuck with any of the coursework. If you’re studying independently, you’re entirely on your own. Independent study works for very few people – you must be very proactive, resourceful and have a great support network to do it successfully. The college route can be flexible, and offers you support.

Q. Can I just show up at a final exam and write it? No. To be allowed to write an exam for a subject, you must have entered the exam for that subject, paid for it, had the ICB confirm your registration – and you must have done all the coursework for the subject too.

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Study further with the ICBAccredited, reputable and recognised qualifications

All ICB qualifications are registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Our programmes are valued by employers, and our graduates are recognised locally and internationally by several professional bodies.

ICB qualifications are modular, which means you can build on them as your studies or career progress. You can also qualify in another programme just by completing a few more subjects. See the table on page 7 for more.

Find a job In association with CareerJunction, South Africa’s hugely popular job site, you can search and apply for financial and admin positions at www.icb.org.za/careers

What I can do with my ICB qualificationsAs well as making you attractive to employers and clients, your ICB qualifications can also lead you to these opportunities:

STUDY FURTHER ELSEWHERE with credit for your ICB qualificationThe Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) are respected, international, accounting professional bodies - headquartered in the UK. CIMA and ACCA grant exemptions to the qualifications the ICB offers.

ACCA is the world’s leading body for professional accountants, with over 110 years of experience, innovation and excellence. ICB graduates holding the National Diploma: Financial Accounting NQF 6 qualification can study further through ACCA. You will receive up to 6 exemptions to further your studies towards becoming a Chartered Certified Accountant with ACCA. See www.accaglobal.com

Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa offers several professional qualifications in this specific field of corporate governance, and grants exemptions for certain ICB subjects. See www.chartsec.co.za

CIMA offers training and qualifications in management accounting. ICB graduates holding the National Diploma: Financial Accounting NQF 6 qualification can apply to CIMA for up to 6 exemptions. If you hold the ICB’s Certificate: Office Administration NQF 5, you can get 2 exemptions from CIMA. See www.cimaglobal.com

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIESOnce you’ve completed your studies through the ICB, there are several local and international professional bodies that you can apply to for professional membership.

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I CAN STUDY FURTHER...The ICBA is the sister organisation of the ICB and grants membership at a number of levels based on your qualification(s) and work experience. The ICBA recognises all the ICB’s current qualifications, as well as other relevant qualifications that are registered on the South African National Qualifications Framework. Foreign qualifications are also recognised, as long as they have been evaluated by SAQA.

If you want to register as a tax practitioner, you’ll need to become a member of SAIT. SAIT recognises the ICB’s FET Certificate: Bookkeeping, and the National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting qualifications. Students who register with SAIT with the FET Certificate: Bookkeeping qualification must upgrade this to the National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting within a year of becoming a member. SAIT has several other membership criteria – please contact them for details.

Institute of Certified Bookkeepers and Accountants (ICBA) www.icba.org.za

South African Institute of Tax Professionals (SAIT) www.thesait.org.za

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...earning a great income

If a machinist from a clothing factory and mother of four can fulfil a dream of becoming a financial

accountant, then anyone can.”- Zaino, ICB student

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The CTH is endorsed by

all kinds of important

industry figures and

brands, including:

ITHSAwww.ith.org.za

Contact the ITH on www.ith.org.za or [email protected]

The Chartered Institute of Tourism and Hospitality (ITH) is a similar organisation to the ICB, operating in the tourism and hospitality sector. If you are interested in a career in this exciting field, the ITH could help you make your dreams come true.

The ITH accredits southern African training providers and supports them in rolling out the UK’s Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH) British-registered programmes.

• Tourism Management

• Hospitality Management

• Culinary Programmes

• English Communication for Tourism

and Hospitality

• Team Leadership for Tourism and Hospitality

All courses are registered on the United Kingdom’s National Qualifications or Qualifications and Credit Frameworks, and not on the South African National Qualifications Framework. Over 35 universities recognise these programmes as being equivalent to degree-level studies.

The CTH’s internationally recognised courses range

from short courses to post-graduate level

programmes in:

The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers and Accountants (ICBA) is a professional body for qualified finance and office administration professionals in southern Africa. It used to be part of the ICB but separated from it in 2013.

As a professional body, the ICBA certifies qualifications, awards designations and offers a range of benefits to our members. As a Qualified Member of the ICBA, you can put the following letters after your name:

Student None Not applicable 0 months

Certified Junior Bookkeeper CJBIcba (SA) Level 3 6 months

Certified Public Accounts Administrator CPAAIcba (SA) Level 4 12 months

Certified Senior Bookkeeper CSBIcba (SA) Level 4 12 months

Certified Small Business Financial Manager CSBFMIcba (SA) Level 4 12 months

Certified Technical Financial Accountant CTFAIcba (SA) Level 5 24 months

Certified Technical Public Accountant CTPAIcba (SA) Level 5 24 months

Certified Junior Office Administrator CJOAIcba (SA) Level 5 24 months

Certified Senior Office Administrator CSOAIcba (SA) Level 5 24 months

Certified Financial Accountant CFAIcba (SA) Level 6 36 months

Certified Office Manager COMIcba (SA) Level 6 36 months

* Relevant and current work experience

The ICBA welcomes members who have relevant, recognised work experience and qualifications from tuition providers including (but not limited to) the ICB.

Find out more at www.icba.org.za

If you want to perform Accounting Officer duties, you need to be a SAIBA member. ICB graduates who hold the National Diploma: Financial Accounting qualifications meet the academic requirements of SAIBA’s membership. But do note that SAIBA has other membership criteria too, including relevant work experience.

The UK-based IAB is recognised by the British government in terms of Anti Money Laundering regulations, and the IAB supervises its members in terms of these regulations. Depending on the subject you have passed, ICB students may apply for membership of the IAB.

Also based in the UK, the IAAP is an international professional body, offering international recognition for the finest business and accountancy qualifications in the world. ICB graduates who hold the FET Certificate: Bookkeeping NQF 4 and higher qualifications may apply to the IAAP for membership. If your membership is approved, you’ll be able to use the designations awarded by the IAAP.

The South African Institute of Business Accountants (SAIBA) www.saiba.org.za

International Association of Bookkeepers (IAB) www.iab.org.uk

International Association of Accounting Professionals (IAAP) www.accountingprofessional.org

GLOSSARY OF TERMSASSESSMENT: A test of your knowledge, e.g. an exam. Marking of assignments.

BURSARY: Money awarded to help deserving students pay for their courses. Bursaries do not need to be repaid and are paid to the provider.

COLLEGE: See (ICB) Training provider.

COMPETENT: You know your stuff – you’ve passed your assessment.

DISSERTATION: A written thesis, based on original research.

DISTANCE LEARNING: Studies done without physical contact or classrooms – e.g. via mail, email or internet.

FACE-TO-FACE LEARNING: Studies done in a classroom environment.

FASSET: The Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority.

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT: Tests and assignments during your course.

LEARNERSHIP: Studying while working for a company that is an accredited ICB workplace training provider, so that you get practical experience too.

NOT YET COMPETENT: You haven’t passed.

NQF (National Qualifications Framework): The NQF is a system for assuring the quality of qualifications in South Africa. Courses which are registered on the NQF are recognised nationally as being credible and valuable.

PoE / Portfolio of Evidence: A workbook that a student fills with proof of learning and submits for examination.

PROGRAMME: A learning stream or pathway consisting of selected subjects with a particular focus – e.g. Financial Accounting, Public Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Office Administration or Business Management.

QCTO: Quality Council for Trade and Occupations.

QUALIFICATIONS: This is what you get when you have completed a prescribed set of subjects competently – e.g. a national certificate, national diploma, etc. All ICB qualifications are registered on the South African National Qualifications Framework (NQF).

RE-ASSESSMENT: To re-write your final exam.

RPL (Recognition of prior learning): Credit for your work experience or studies you completed elsewhere, within the last 5 years.

SAQA: The South African Qualifications Authority is the body which oversees the development and management of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).

STUDY STREAM: See ‘programme’.

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT: A written exam; the final exam for a subject.

(ICB) TRAINING PROVIDER: A college or other educational company that has been accredited to provide ICB courses.

(ICB) WORKPLACE TRAINING PROVIDER: An employer who has been accredited to train staff on the practical side of ICB courses, in their workplace.

Membership Designation NQF level attained Minimum work experience*

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To apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) you’ll need to submit: • The ICB Student Details form and Guidelines for Recognition

of Prior Learning form.

• Proof of payment of the ICB’s RPL application fee. This is a non refundable fee of R440, to cover the review process which is done individually on a case by case basis.

• Your detailed CV.

• Certified true copies of your official transcripts of results, as issued by your previous training institution.

• International students must get their non-South African qualifications/subjects certified by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) first. Please attach the relevant SAQA Certificate of Evaluation of Foreign Qualifications.

• The accreditation number of the training provider who awarded your previous qualifications/part-qualifications (e.g. DHET, Seta’s QAP, Umalusi, CHE).

• The NQF level and SAQA qualification registration number for your previous courses. e.g. For the National Certificate: Bookkeeping the NQF level is Level 3 and the SAQA number is 58375.

Perhaps you’ve picked up some qualifications or courses in the past that include subjects that are similar to the ICB’s. Or you’ve got some solid experience working in a relevant field.

To be considered for exemptions/Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit towards an ICB qualification (note: this is not guaranteed), your previous qualifications or part-qualifications must be registered on the NQF and should have been attained within the last five years. If your NQF-registered qualifications are more than five years old, you will also need to provide proof of more recent, relevant work experience.

We’ll review your application and may offer you credits based on subjects you’ve already passed, or we may ask you to complete a RPL Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) which we will supply.

If you qualify for exemptions and want to go ahead and accept these credits, you will need to pay another fee to be granted full or conditional exemptions, and remember: you must be registered with the ICB too.

See page 35 for RPL fees.

RECOGNISING PRIOR LEARNING AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Download the ICB Student Details form and the Guidelines for Recognition of Prior Learning from www.icb.org.za/downloads or email our support team on [email protected].

RPL DOCUMENTS

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OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION...

For more information, please see the Learnerships section on the ICB website: www.icb.org.za/qualifications/learnerships

* Not all ICB courses are offered as learnerships.

Q. Do I have to be employed to be able to study via a learnership?Yes, you must be employed. Your employer must be accredited by the ICB as a Workplace Training Provider to offer our learnerships.

Q. Do you have a list of companies that offer learnerships?No, you will need to approach companies yourself.

Q. Can the ICB give me a learnership? Unfortunately not. We are not a training provider. The ICB’s role in learnerships is to assess your theoretical work, and your practical experience (your Workplace PoE).

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File this under ‘useful’!If you’re working already, or have completed some courses in the past, read on.

LEARNERSHIPSTheory + on-the-job experienceIf you’re working already, and your employer is an ICB-accredited Workplace Training Provider, you could get an ICB qualification via a learnership*. You’d do the qualification via the ICB’s usual exams but the practical part would be done while you’re working on the job. You would also need to complete an ICB Workplace Portfolio of Evidence (PoE), which will be reviewed by an ICB examiner.

Learnerships are great for employees, as you can earn while you learn. Some students even get their studies subsidised by their employers, as learnerships also offer incentives to companies.

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OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION

...my family’s breadwinner#ICANBE

I dropped out of school in Grade 11. 20 years later I passed my Matric. When I started my ICB studies I was a single parent, with two kids in the same college. Who’d have thought that I’d become a qualified technical financial accountant?!”- Mina, ICB student

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REGISTRATION FEE

Annual student registration fee R330

EXAM-RELATED FEES

Portfolio of Evidence and exam fee per subject (all qualifications) R620 Exam re-write fee per subject (all qualifications) R430 Exam postponement fee per subject to the next exam date R220 Exam late entry fee per subject R450 Exam re-mark and examiner’s report (fee per subject) R850 Private invigilator admin fee (prior approval required) R970 Duplicate transcript of results R110 Certificate re-print (including postage) R200 Re-issue of PoE (including postage) R350 Re-post/Re-delivery fee R95 Workplace PoE exams (learnerships) R1,000

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING AND WORK EXPERIENCE (RPL) / EXEMPTION FEES RPL/Exemption application fee R440 RPL/Exemption fee per subject exemption granted (no PoE required) R370 RPL PoE fee per subject (PoE is required) R900

TRAINING PROVIDERS Annual accreditation renewal fee R1,100 Training / Workplace provider accreditation fee R6,800 Admin fee for accreditation changes (i.e. scopes, entity names, status, etc.) R750 Special site visits (e.g. change of training venue) POA

PAYMENT METHODS IMPORTANT | Don’t forget to use your ICB reference number or South African ID number as your payment reference. If your company is paying for your studies, please tell them to use these as the payment reference too so we know who they are paying for. Foreign students: Please contact the ICB for your reference number if it’s the first time you’re paying us.

Credit card | You can pay your ICB fees by credit card on our secure Student Portal. https://www.secureicb.co.za/learner

EFT | The ICB’s bank details for payments are: The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Bank First National Bank Branch Rondebosch Branch code 201509 Account number 50262418757 SWIFT code for international payments FIRNZAJJ

SnapScan | You can now pay your ICB fees in South Africa using the SnapScan app for all smartphones. There is no extra cost to download or use SnapScan. SnapScan allows you to make safe and secure payments.

NO CASH | The ICB does not accept cash payments. If this is your only option, please make a deposit at an FNB bank and then send us the proof of payment.

Only distance learning and independent students pay ICB fees directly to us. Classroom-based students will be billed by their colleges.

Please note: In order to receive your PoE or be entered for exams, you must have sent your Exam Entry Form with proof of fee payment to the ICB – or your training provider. Remember you can also register with the ICB and enter exams online on our Student Portal. At the time you enter for the first exam of a (calendar) year, the annual student registration fee is payable.

If you cancel a scheduled exam, fees can’t be refunded. Exams can be postponed only once to the next scheduled exam date, if we have received your postponement fee and forms on time. Incorrectly completed forms or insufficient fees will result in exam entries not being processed, or processing being delayed.

All fees are not refundable. Fees are quoted in South African Rands and may change without prior notice. Fees listed include 14% VAT for SA and bank charges for payments from other countries.

ICB FEES20172017ICB BURSARIES

We know that some of the keenest and most deserving students find it hard to pay for their studies.

In 2016 the ICB awarded 25 bursaries, each worth R5,000. The best part is that our bursaries do not have to be repaid. We just ask that recipients put them to really good use and study hard!

How to apply for an ICB bursaryTo be eligible for an ICB bursary you must:

• Already be studying an ICB programme or qualification.

• Have a good academic and attendance record.

Q. What are the criteria for awarding bursaries? ICB bursaries are awarded according to academic performance, financial need and any special circumstances.

Q. Do you award the bursaries in cash? No. Bursaries are paid directly to an ICB-accredited training provider or other relevant ICB accredited service providers.

OUR POLICIES AND PROCEDURESThe fine printYou’ve heard it on the adverts: “Terms and conditions apply.” If you’ve decided you’d like to study an ICB programme, please take some time to read through our Examination Policy. It explains the terms and conditions attached to our programmes and exams.

We update this policy regularly and you can always download it from www.icb.org.za, find it in the Portfolio Administration Guide in your Portfolio of Evidence, or contact our office (see back cover for contact details) and we’ll send it to you.

For bursaries in 2017, make sure your application reaches the ICB by 30 April 2017.

Successful applicants will be contacted by 30 June 2017.

Between January and April, the bursary application form can be downloaded

from www.icb.org.za

2017 Student Entry Example: 1 x Registration Fee R330 (once off per year) + 2 x Subject Fees R1,240 (R620 x 2) = R1,570 Total entry fees for 2017 for first 2 subjects

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MONTH FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE

Exam dates Sat 11 Feb Mon 13 Feb Tue 14 Feb Wed 15 Feb Thu 16 Feb Sat 11 Mar Mon 13 Mar Sat 8 Apr Mon 10 Apr Sat 6 May Mon 8 May Tue 9 May Wed 10 May Thu 11 May Sat 10 Jun Mon 12 Jun

Subjects

BKTB, PMSR, CPBK, BUSL, FNST, CMGT, ITRT, BLAC

BKTB, CMGT, CRPS, FMCL, ENT1, ENT2,

BOA2

MACS, FNST, PMSR, PAAD, BMT1, BMT2, BMT3, ENT3,

BOA1

CPBK, ITRT, TPAC, FRRF, HRLR, OLPR, MGMT, BLAP

BUSL, RTAP, BLAC, MMPR, BOA3, ECON







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Exam entries due by Sat 31 Dec 2016 Sat 28 Jan 2017 Sat 25 Feb 2017 Sat 25 Mar 2017 Sat 29 Apr 2017

Enter for re-write by Fri 27 Jan 2017 Fri 24 Feb 2017 Fri 24 Mar 2017 Fri 21 Apr 2017 Fri 26 May 2017

Postpone by Fri 27 Jan 2017 Fri 24 Feb 2017 Fri 24 Mar 2017 Fri 21 Apr 2017 Fri 26 May 2017

Results released by ICB Fri 31 Mar 2017 Fri 28 Apr 2017 Fri 26 May 2017 Fri 23 Jun 2017 Fri 28 Jul 2017

MONTH JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER

Exam dates Sat 8 Jul Mon 10 Jul Tue 11 Jul Wed 12 Jul Thu 13 Jul Sat 12 Aug Mon 14 Aug Sat 9 Sep Mon 11 Sep Tue 12 Sep Wed 13 Sep Thu 14 Sep Sat 14 Oct Mon 16 Oct Sat 11 Nov Mon 13 Nov Tue 14 Nov Wed 15 Nov Thu 16 Nov Sat 2 Dec Mon 4 Dec

Subjects



BOA2


BOA1







BOA2


BOA1


BUSL, RTAP, BLAC, MMPR,

BOA3, ECON





BOA2


BOA1





Exam entries due by Sat 27 May 2017 Sat 1 Jul 2017 Sat 29 Jul 2017 Sat 2 Sep 2017 Sat 30 Sep 2017 Sat 21 Oct 2017

Enter for re-write by Fri 23 Jun 2017 Fri 28 Jul 2017 Fri 25 Aug 2017 Fri 29 Sep 2017 Fri 27 Oct 2017 Fri 17 Nov 2017

Postpone by Fri 23 Jun 2017 Fri 28 Jul 2017 Fri 25 Aug 2017 Fri 29 Sep 2017 Fri 27 Oct 2017 Fri 17 Nov 2017

Results released by ICB Fri 25 Aug 2017 Fri 29 Sep 2017 Fri 27 Oct 2017 Fri 1 Dec 2017 Fri 5 Jan 2018 Fri 19 Jan 2018

BKTB Bookkeeping to Trial Balance

OAB1 BOA1 Business & Office Administration 1 OAB1 until 1 April 2017, then BOA1

OAB2 BOA2 Business & Office Administration 2 OAB2 until 1 April 2017, then BOA2

OAB3 BOA3 Business and Office Administration 3 OAB3 until 1 April 2017, then BOA3

TFBL BLAC Business Law and Accounting Control TFBL until 1 April 2017, then BLAC

OABL BLAP Business Law and Administrative Practice OABL until 1 April 2017, then BLAP

BUSL Business LiteracyBMT1 Business Management 1BMT2 Business Management 2BMT3 Business Management 3

JBCB CPBK Computerised Bookkeeping JBCB until 1 April 2017, then CPBK

FACS CRPS Corporate Strategy FACS until 1 April 2017, then CRPS

CMGT Cost and Management AccountingOAEC ECON Economics OAEC until 1 April 2017, then ECON

ENT1 Entrepreneurship 1ENT2 Entrepreneurship 2ENT3 Entrepreneurship 3FMCL Financial Management and ControlFRRF Financial Reporting and Reg FrameworksFNST Financial Statements

OAHR HRLR HR Management and Labour Relations OAHR until 1 April 2017, then HRLR

TFIT ITRT Income Tax Returns TFIT until 1 April 2017, then ITRT

MGMT Management

FAMC MACS Management Accounting Control Systems FAMC until 1 April 2017, then MACS

OAMMMMPR

Marketing Management and Public Relations OAMM until 1 April 2017, then MMPR

OLPR Office and Legal Practice

JBPR PMSR Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns JBPR until 1 April 2017, then PMSR

PAAD Public Accounting AdministrationRTAP Research Theory and PracticeTPAC Technical Public Accounting

Please confirm the

times for each exam

with your college.

2017IMPORTANT! Please double check with your college that they will be offering an exam for the subject you want to write

on these dates. You’ll also need to find out what their cut-off dates are for entries for the exams you want to write.

For classroom-based students Exams are written at your college.EXAM TIMETABLE

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Results will be released on the due date on condition that Portfolios of Evidence are received at the ICB's offices within 4 days of the required despatch date.

This exam timetable is subject to change and the ICB reserves the right to cancel any exam at its own discretion.

These timetables were correct at the time of going to print in September 2016. Things do change, so please refer to our website for the most up to date timetables.

Late entries will only be accepted by absolute exception, at the discretion of ICB Management, and late entry fees will be levied.

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MONTH FEBRUARY MAY JULY JULY SEPTEMBER NOVEMBER

Exam dates Mon 13 Feb Tue 14 Feb Wed 15 Feb Thu 16 Feb Mon 8 May Tue 9 May Wed 10 May Thu 11 May Mon 10 Jul Tue 11 Jul Wed 12 Jul Thu 13 Jul Mon 11 Sep Tue 12 Sep Wed 13 Sep Thu 14 Sep Mon 13 Nov Tue 14 Nov Wed 15 Nov Thu 16 Nov

Subjects


BOA2


BOA1




BOA2


BOA1




BOA2


BOA1




BOA2


BOA1




BOA2


BOA1



Paper exam entries due by Fri 9 Dec 2016 Fri 10 Mar 2017 Fri 12 May 2017 Fri 12 May 2017 Fri 14 Jul 2017 Fri 15 Sep 2017

Student Portal entries due by Fri 23 Dec 2016 Fri 17 Mar 2017 Fri 19 May 2017 Fri 19 May 2017 Fri 21 Jul 2017 Fri 22 Sep 2017

Enter for re-write by Mon 16 Jan 2017 Mon 10 Apr 2017 Mon 12 Jun 2017 Mon 12 Jun 2017 Mon 14 Aug 2017 Mon 16 Oct 2017

Postpone by Fri 27 Jan 2017 Fri 21 Apr 2017 Fri 23 Jun 2017 Fri 23 Jun 2017 Fri 25 Aug 2017 Fri 27 Oct 2017

Results released by ICB Fri 31 Mar 2017 Fri 23 Jun 2017 Fri 25 Aug 2017 Fri 25 Aug 2017 Fri 27 Oct 2017 Fri 5 Jan 2018

For distance learning and independent studentsExams are written at the ICB venues.

Where to find ICB Examination Venues

EXAM TIMETABLE BThis exam timetable is subject to change and the ICB reserves

the right to cancel any exam at its own

discretion.

These timetables were correct at the

time of going to print in September 2016.

Things do change, so please refer to our website for the most

up to date timetables.

Late entries will only be accepted

by absolute exception, at the discretion

of ICB Management, and late entry fees

will be levied.

BKTB Bookkeeping to Trial Balance

OAB1 BOA1Business & Office Administration 1 OAB1 until 1 April 2017, then BOA1

OAB2 BOA2Business & Office Administration 2 OAB2 until 1 April 2017, then BOA2

OAB3 BOA3Business and Office Administration 3 OAB3 until 1 April 2017, then BOA3

TFBL BLACBusiness Law and Accounting Control TFBL until 1 April 2017, then BLAC

OABL BLAPBusiness Law and Administrative Practice OABL until 1 April 2017, then BLAP

BUSL Business LiteracyBMT1 Business Management 1BMT2 Business Management 2BMT3 Business Management 3

JBCB CPBKComputerised Bookkeeping JBCB until 1 April 2017, then CPBK

FACS CRPSCorporate Strategy FACS until 1 April 2017, then CRPS

CMGT Cost and Management AccountingOAEC ECON Economics OAEC until 1 April 2017, then ECON

ENT1 Entrepreneurship 1ENT2 Entrepreneurship 2ENT3 Entrepreneurship 3FMCL Financial Management and ControlFRRF Financial Reporting and Reg FrameworksFNST Financial Statements

OAHR HRLRHR Management and Labour Relations OAHR until 1 April 2017, then HRLR

TFIT ITRTIncome Tax Returns TFIT until 1 April 2017, then ITRT

MGMT Management

FAMC MACSManagement Accounting Control Systems FAMC until 1 April 2017, then MACS

OAMM MMPRMarketing Management and Public Relations OAMM until 1 April 2017, then MMPR

OLPR Office and Legal Practice

JBPR PMSRPayroll and Monthly SARS Returns JBPR until 1 April 2017, then PMSR

PAAD Public Accounting AdministrationRTAP Research Theory and PracticeTPAC Technical Public Accounting

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Classroom-basedstudents: You’ll write your exams

at your college.

Distancelearningandindependentstudents:

Choose the ICB Examination Venue that’s closest to where you live.

2017

Eastern Cape East London Port Elizabeth

Free State Bloemfontein

Gauteng Johannesburg - Benoni - Braamfontein - Sandton Ridge Pretoria - Pretoria North - Sunnyside Vereeniging

KwaZulu-Natal Durban Newcastle

Limpopo Polokwane

Mpumalanga Middelburg Nelspruit

North West Klerksdorp Rustenburg

Western Cape Cape Town - Bellville - Mowbray - Table View Mossel Bay

Namibia Walvis Bay Windhoek

See our website for the most up to date list of examination venues.

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