ICB national diploma courses are a great way to achieve top skills and recognised qualifications. These study programmes are advanced-level ICB courses with the aim of teaching you business and accounting skills.
What Are The ICB National Diploma Courses?
There are three ICB national diploma courses you can study with us:
- Technical Financial Accounting National Diploma Course
- Certified Financial Accounting National Diploma Course
- Business Management Financial Accounting National Diploma Course
Our ICB Courses are modular. So ICB national diploma courses are the advanced levels in their stream.
What Is ICB National Diploma?
ICB national diplomas are the last level in ICB courses. They are equal to NQF Level 6 and are SAQA-registered. Since it is the advanced level, it teaches you all the scarce skills in the programme and takes up to three years to complete.
Can I Get A Job With A National Diploma?
Yes, you can get a range of jobs with a national diploma qualification. Since you will learn comprehensive skills, it opens up more opportunities for you. ICB courses are also internationally recognised. So you have job opportunities worldwide to pursue.
What Can I Do With A National Diploma In Financial Accounting?
There are various accounting careers you can pursue with a national diploma in accounting:
Along with your qualification, you must have work experience too. This will help you get promoted and earn a senior position.
Is National Diploma Better Than A Diploma?
Yes, a national diploma certificate is slightly better than a diploma. It is a higher level than a diploma and teaches you advanced skills to help you achieve a higher qualification.
Is National Diploma Equivalent To A Degree?
No, a national diploma is not equal to a degree. A national diploma is equal to an NQF Level 6, whereas a bachelor’s degree is equal to NQF Level 7.
ICB Courses
There are three ICB courses you can study that will lead to a diploma qualification:
Accounting Courses
Accountants need quality skills to make important financial decisions. A great way to learn these skills is through our Accounting Courses. You will be confident in your skills and develop creative solutions to generate huge profits.
- Junior Bookkeeper Course
- Senior Bookkeeping Course
- Technical Financial Accounting National Diploma Course
- Certified Financial Accounting National Diploma Course
Business Management Courses
Our Business Management Courses is a great study programme that will enable you to pursue various careers. This allows you to work in an industry you are passionate about, such as beauty or photography. The opportunities are endless with a business qualification.
- Small Business Financial Management Course
- Office Admin Business Management Course
- Business Management Financial Accounting National Diploma Course
Office Administration Courses
Office management is more than just filing documents. You must be able to communicate effectively and complete finance tasks such as budgeting for office supplies. Learn to do all that and more with our Office Administration Courses.
- Junior Office Administration Course
- Higher Certificate Office Administration Course
- Office Administration Diploma Course
What Are The ICB Courses Entry Requirements?
To study our ICB Courses, you must be able to read and write in English. This will help you complete assignments and understand your study material. Additional requirements include:
Course | Entry Requirements |
Accounting Courses | Grade 10 certificate |
Business Management Courses | Grade 11 certificate |
Office Administration Courses | Matric certificate or equivalent |
Can I Study Directly Through ICB?
No, you must register with an ICB training provider to study ICB courses. So even though you will register to become an ICB student, you must choose an institution to study with. Your college will provide you with:
- Academic support
- Learning material
- A graduation ceremony after the successful completion of your course
Colleges That Offer ICB Courses
There is a range of distance learning colleges where you can study ICB courses:
- Skills Academy
- Bellview Institute of Distance Learning
- Matric College
Each institution allows you to study from home and achieve a recognised qualification. You will get the support you need to complete your studies and start a successful career.
Where to Study ICB Courses
You can study ICB courses with us. We are a training provider registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). And since we are a distance learning college, you can study from anywhere in South Africa.
Benefits of studying via distance learning include:
- No classes
- Opportunity to work while you study
- Access to online study groups
- Assistance from skilled tutors and lecturers
- Academic help from student support services
- Getting all your study material delivered to you
ICB Course Fees
ICB fees list for 2023 are listed below:
Registration Fee
Each ICB student should pay the annual registration fee each year of their studies. This covers the administrative duties of your course.
Annual student registration fee | R430 |
Exam Fees
From assessment fees to reprint costs, listed below are the exam fees for 2023:
Assessment fees for PoE | R785 |
Assessment postponement fee per subject | R330 |
Assessment late entry fee per subject | R560 |
Assessment re-mark and examiners report fee | R1200 |
Private invigilator admin fee | R2100 |
ICB programme certificate reprint | R400 |
FASSET certificate reprint | R400 |
Workplace PoE assessment (Learnerships) | R1450 |
Recognition Of Prior Learning (RPL) Fees
If you have a relevant qualification or work experience, you could qualify for an exemption.
RPL/Exemption application fee | R510 |
RPL/Exemption fee per subject (no PoE required) | R430 |
RPL/Exemption PoE fee per subject (with PoE) | R995 |
Are ICB Courses Accredited?
Yes, ICB courses are accredited. All study programmes are accredited by the:
You will get the quality training your career needs and the skills to help you stand out in the job market.
Is ICB A Recognised Qualification?
Yes, all ICB qualifications are recognised in South Africa and abroad. Your certificate will be equivalent to an NQF level and issued by Finance, and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET).
ICB Qualification Equivalent
Each ICB qualification has a SAQA registration number. The certificates are all equal to a level on the NQF:
Accounting Courses
Course | NQF Level |
Junior Bookkeeping Course | NQF L3 |
Senior Bookkeeping Course | NQF L4 |
Technical Financial Accounting National Diploma Course | NQF L5 |
Certified Financial Accounting National Diploma Course | NQF L6 |
Business Management Courses
Course | NQF Level |
Small Business Financial Management Course | NQF L4 |
Office Admin Business Management Course | NQF L5 |
Business Management Financial Accounting National Diploma Course | NQF L6 |
Office Administration Courses
Course | NQF Level |
Junior Office Administration Course | NQF L5 |
Higher Certificate Office Administration Course | NQF L5 |
Office Administration Diploma Course | NQF L6 |
Does Unisa Recognise ICB Qualification?
Unisa only accepts ICB qualifications through recognition of prior learning (RPL). Each application is reviewed to check whether an ICB graduate qualifies for further education with Unisa.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Distance learning students can complete all their administrative duties on the ICB student portal. This includes the following:
- Register with ICB.
- View ICB results.
- Book ICB paper and online exams.
- Edit and update personal details.
- Print exam confirmations.
- Make study and exam payments.
Face-to-face students will have their administrative duties managed by their college. This includes registration and entering an ICB exam.
No, you need a bachelor’s pass to study at a university. So if you passed matric, and meet the entry requirements, you can study at a university.
Did you know: If you want to get your matric or improve your Grade 12 results, you can study our Matric Courses? This is your second chance to get the marks you deserve and meet university entry requirements.
No, you cannot turn your diploma into a degree. However, you can turn your national diploma into an advanced diploma. You can study further with:
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
To qualify, you need to have your Financial Accounting NQF Level 6 National Diploma. You can also qualify for up to six exemptions to kick-start your studies.
An accounting diploma course can take up to three years to complete. If you study accounting part-time, your studies might be longer in duration.
To pass your ICB course, you must meet the following pass requirements:
- Get at least 60% overall as an overall mark.
- Obtain a minimum of 50% in your exam.
There are no minimum requirements to pass your digital portfolio of evidence (PoE). But you must ensure that you pass your assignment and tests. You will use your assignment and study material to prepare for your final exam.
You have the option to rewrite your exam. Ensure that you re-register for your exam within the same calendar year. If not, you will need to complete a new PoE.
Both the paper and online exams are three and a half hours long. You must ensure that you get to the exam venue early if you are writing the paper exam. Students writing the online exam must log in ahead of time to complete technical checks.
