We know many important obstacles can get in the way when it comes to your studies. ICB knows this too. Which is why there is an ICB exam cancellation process. You can cancel as many exams as you want, as long as you submit your request in the proper timeframe.
How Do ICB Exam Cancellations Work?
If you cannot attend the exam you booked with ICB, you are free to cancel it by filling out a form on the ICB website. This is different from postponing. Cancelling an exam means you do not have plans to write it on another date (yet). When you cancel, it also means:
- ICB will remove you from the attendance register.
- Your name will be marked as cancelled instead of absent on your results.
- You free up space for another student (for paper-based exams at in-person venues).
- You can rebook your exam for any other time, using the ICB student portal.
Can Classroom-Based Students Cancel Their Exams?
Classroom-based students can only cancel their exams through their training provider. They should not use the online form. It is only for distance-learners and self-study students.
Can You Cancel More Than One ICB Exam?
Yes, you can cancel more than one ICB exam. But you must be sure to fill out separate forms for each subject you would like to cancel.
How Do I Know If My Exam Was Cancelled Successfully?
Once you submit your cancellation form, you will receive a confirmation email from ICB. You will then receive a ticket/case number. It will take about two business days for your cancellation to be processed.
Please note: Cancelling and postponing are not the same, if you decide to cancel your exam you will not get your money back. When you decide to book your exam again, you will have to pay the full fee.
How Much Are The ICB Exam Fees in 2023?
There are different fees for the exams. It all depends on the situation you find yourself in. The table below shows what the exam-related fees for ICB in 2023 are.
Exam Fees | R 785 |
Exam Postponement Fee (per subject) | R 330 |
Exam Late Entry Fee | R 560 |
Remark Fee (per subject) | R 1200 |
Private Invigilator Fee | R 2100 |
ICB Programme Certificate (including postage) | R 400 |
FASSET Certificate Reprint (including postage) | R 400 |
Workplace PoE Assessment (Learnerships) | R 1450 |
When Does Registration For ICB Exams Close?
The registration closing dates depend on which month you want to write in and the type of exam you booked. You can find specific dates in the handy table below:
Exam Month | Exam Type | Closing Date |
April 2023 | Online | 24 February 2023 |
May 2023 | Paper | 31 March 2023 |
June 2023 | Online | 28 April 2023 |
July 2023 | Online | 26 May 2023 |
August 2023 | Paper | 7 July 2023 |
September 2023 | Online | 28 July 2023 |
October 2023 | Online | 25 August 2023 |
November 2023 | Paper | 29 September 2023 |
December 2023 | Online | 27 October 2023 |
Can I Postpone My ICB Exam?
If you are not ready to write your exam yet, you can postpone it to a different date. Before you decide to postpone, you must check that there are other dates available for your subject. There are two types of postponements:
- No-Charge (Mitigating Circumstances) Postponements
- Voluntary postponements
How Do I Request A No-Charge Postponement?
A no-charge postponement is only for students who missed an exam because of circumstances outside of their control. This includes illness, death in the immediate family, internet issues and more. If this is you, you should:
- Read and understand ICB’s assessment policy (you can skip ahead to section 13 in this case).
- Fill in the online application form.
How Do I Do A Voluntary Postponement?
Voluntary postponements are for students who feel that they are not yet prepared to write, or wish to switch from online to paper exams and vice versa. Follow these steps to postpone:
- Step 1: Log in to the student portal.
- Step 2: Click on the ‘my exams’ tab.
- Step 3: Check the ‘my booked exams’ tab to view all your confirmed exams.
- Step 4: Go to the ‘my postponement options’ tab to see all the future exam dates you can choose from.
- Step 5: Click on the ‘postpone’ button next to your preferred date.
- Step 6: A list of venues will pop up after you have clicked ‘postpone’ (you will not see this option for online exams)
- Step 7: Select your venue. If no venues show, it is because they are full.
Please note: You can only postpone your exam once. So if you log in to the student portal and do not see an option to postpone, it could be because you have already postponed it once before. Please contact [email protected] if you have any issues.
When Is The Last Date To Postpone My ICB Exam?
There are many different postponement due dates depending on the month you are planning to write in.
Exam Month | Type Of Exam | Last Date To Postpone |
April 2023 | Online | 17 March 2023 |
May 2023 | Paper | 21 April 2023 |
June 2023 | Online | 19 May 2023 |
July 2023 | Online | 16 June 2023 |
August 2023 | Paper | 28 July 2023 |
September 2023 | Online | 18 August 2023 |
October 2023 | Online | 15 September 2023 |
November 2023 | Paper | 20 October 2023 |
December 2023 | Online | 17 November 2023 |
How Do I Book An ICB Exam?
If you are a classroom-based student, your college will book your exams on your behalf. Distance and self-study students can book their exams online via the ICB student portal. It is a very simple process, all you have to do is:
- Make sure you have paid the annual registration fee.
- Log in to the ICB student portal.
- Click ‘enter assessment’ on the left side of your screen.
- Choose the subject you want to book an exam for.
- Pick an exam venue.
- Click ‘search for available assessment dates’.
- Choose the date when you would like to write the exam.
- Click ‘add to basket’.
- Check the contents of your basket.
- If you made a mistake, click on the ‘X’ to remove an exam from your basket.
- If everything is correct, click ‘checkout’.
- Click ‘next step’ to double-check your booking.
- Click ‘submit’ if all your details are correct.
- Pay your exam fee via credit card, debit card or EFT.
Where Is The ICB Exam Centre?
If you are writing the online exam, you can do so from the comfort of your home as long as your computer meets all the technical requirements. Students who wish to write the paper-based exams can do so from the following venues:
- Glenwood Presbyterian Church
- Goodwood Sports Club
- IBTC Sandton
- Akasia Country Club
- Benoni Central Methodist Church
- Damelin – East London
The list above seems shorter because the physical exam venues have been reduced to main centres only. If you live far away from these places, it is best to write the online exams.
How Does The ICB Online Exam Work?
In terms of content, the ICB online exam works exactly the same as the paper-based exams. The only real difference is that one is completed with pen and paper, and the other is digital. They are marked the same and even have the same structure, which includes:
- True or false questions
- Multiple choice questions
- Fill in the gaps
- Long questions
Paper-based exams are supervised by in-person invigilators, whereas online exams are invigilated through live-streaming since you will be completing it from home.
Please note: As a student, it is your responsibility to ensure (ahead of time) that the computer you use meets the technical requirements for the online exam. You can find the technical systems check in your PoE. Feel free to complete this check as many times as you want.
How Long Is The ICB Exam?
Both the paper and online exams are three hours long. But there are an extra 30 minutes set aside for set-up. So you can expect to spend at least three and a half hours at your exam venue.
How Must I Contact ICB During The Online Exam?
If you have an urgent issue or a question during your ICB exam, you can contact their support team via the chatbox on MACCI. This function will only be available for the duration of the exam, and you can find it in the bottom right of your screen. When using the chatbox, make sure to enter the same email address that you used to register with ICB. This way they can confirm that you are a registered student.
Can Online Exams Detect Cheating?
Yes, online exams can detect cheating. There is special software to invigilate you during your exam. This includes your webcam and an eye tracker, as well as a programme to monitor the movements you make on your computer. Cheating is a very serious offence, and if you are caught you will face serious consequences from ICB. The disciplinary board could decide to:
- Let you off with a warning.
- Expel you from ICB.
- Ask you to pay a fine of up to R5000 to cover the costs of the disciplinary hearing.
What Happens If You Fail An ICB Exam?
If you did not pass your ICB exam, it is not the end of the world. There are two options available. You can either:
- Rebook and rewrite the exam.
- Request a re-mark.
When Will I Receive My ICB Exam Results?
Your results release date depends on when you wrote. It takes ICB about seven weeks to mark your exams and release the results. Check out the specific dates below:
Exam Month | Results Release Date |
April 2023 | 19 May 2023 |
May 2023 | 23 June 2023 |
June 2023 | 21 July 2023 |
July 2023 | 18 August 2023 |
August 2023 | 29 September 2023 |
September 2023 | 20 October 2023 |
October 2023 | 17 November 2023 |
November 2023 | 5 January 2024 |
December 2023 | 19 January 2024 |
What Is The Pass Mark For ICB Exams?
In order to pass your ICB exams, you must receive at least 50%. In order to pass your subject, you must receive a combined average of 60%. The combined average is made up of your Portfolio of Evidence and your final exam.
What Is The ICB Pass Rate?
Over the last five years, more than 25 000 students have successfully graduated from ICB Courses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you would like to study ICB courses via distance learning, you can enrol at:
- Skills Academy
- Bellview Institute of Distance Learning
- Matric College
There are four ICB courses available for you to study:
- Bookkeeping Courses
- Accounting Courses
- Business Management Courses
- Office Administration Courses
No you cannot study directly through ICB. This is because they are not a college. If you want to study ICB courses, you must register through an accredited college. Skills Academy is a trusted ICB training provider. You can study with us from the comfort of your own home. We have a team of highly qualified lecturers and tutors who will help you pass your ICB course with flying colours.
No ICB exams are not open book. But there is no need to worry. You will pass your exams if you study hard and hand in your PoE on time.
The ICB student portal is a convenient way to manage your studies with ICB. You can use this platform to:
- Register for ICB courses
- Exam bookings
- View your exam results
- Update your personal details
- Payments to the ICB
- Track your academic progress
Yes there are ICB tests. There are two tests of them, and they form part of your PoE. The great thing about these tests is that they are marked automatically, so that you will receive your results immediately.
There is a chance that Unisa will accept your ICB qualifications. But this is not an automatic process. You have to apply for exemptions through their RPL process. They will accept your application for recognition if your qualification is similar to the course you want to study through them.
Yes ICB is recognised in South Africa. Their courses are registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and accredited by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Once you have completed your ICB course, you will be qualified to start your career. Some of the jobs you can pursue include:
- Financial Accountant
- Bookkeeper
- Financial Accountant
- Personal Assistant
- Business Manager
- Office Manager
- Secretary
- Payroll Clerk
- Office Administrator
You can also join professional membership bodies to help give you a boost in your career. These organisations are recognised nationally and internationally, and consist of:
