SACOB is proudly accredited to offer the The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) qualifications.
The ICB is an examining body and a Quality Assurance Partner (QAP) of the Quality Council for Trades & Occupations (QCTO). The ICB qualifications are certificated by the Financial and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET) Skills Education and Training Authority (SETA).
The ICB has been around since 1931. Its role is to improve and maintain the quality, credibility and reputation of bookkeeping, accounting, office administration and financial management training and qualifications in Southern Africa.
ICB graduates are recognised worldwide by the International Association of Bookkeepers, the Southern African Institute of Business Accountants, the South African Institute of Tax Practitioners, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
There are 3 qualifications to choose from:
Financial Accounting
Office Administration
Business Management
Read more about our ICB online courses here
Please Note:
All ICB modules need a minimum of 8 students for the live classes to commence. Should there be less than the minimum enrolments, the live classes will unfortunately not go ahead however a certain amount of tut sessions will be arranged before exams. All other premium elements will be included though. Eg. the Pro textbook which includes the USB with additional activities.
ICB Business Management – Advanced Level
At SACOB, we offer the Advance Level in the ICB Business Management Programme. The ICB are dedicated to maintaining high standards in educating and preparing people for work in the business management sector.
ICB Business Management – Advanced Level
ICB Business Management – Foundation Level
When it comes to succeeding with management ambitions, ICB?s Business management stream is an invaluable tool. This programme forms the Foundation Level in the ICB Business Management Programme and equips registrants with the necessary knowledge to help build a company's commercial success. Furthermore, it?s accredited by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, so you know that you?re growing a professional skillset. Please ensure you have read and meet the entry requirements before completing your enrollment... more
ICB Business Management – Foundation Level
ICB Business Management – Intermediate Level
This programme is the Second level in the ICB Business Management Programme. On completion of this level you will be able to 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 and finally apply business growth principles for local and global expansion.... more
ICB Business Management – Intermediate Level
ICB Financial Accounting – Advanced Level
This qualification is the fourth level in the ICB Financial Accounting Programme. The Financial Accountant can perform the functions of an Accounting Officer by becoming a member through the Southern African Institute of Business Accountants (SAIBA). The programme includes a study of annual financial statements, accounting theory and practice, corporate strategy and regulatory frameworks.... more
ICB Financial Accounting – Advanced Level
ICB Financial Accounting – Foundation Level
This programme is the first level in the ICB Financial Accounting Programme. The Junior Bookkeeper can complete all the functions of the Accounts Clerk, Debtors Clerk, Creditors Clerk and Payroll Clerk and is an integral member of the accounts department in any organisation. The programme includes a study of business communication and numeracy, basic bookkeeping to trial balance, basic conditions of employment, SARS registrations and submissions, payroll bookkeeping and computerised accounting.... more
ICB Financial Accounting – Foundation Level
ICB Financial Accounting – Intermediate Level
Get qualified in financial management now by enrolling in an ICB bookkeeping qualification through SACOB and upgrade to the next income bracket. The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers(ICB) is a leading professional body in this field of accounting and we offer their ICB accredited qualifications online. In this way, you can advance from a foundation to a intermediate level at your own pace from anywhere with this ICB programme and SACOB learning support. This programme is the second level in the ICB Financial Accounting Programme. The Senior Bookkeeper can perform the functions of a Junior or Assistant Accountant. The ICB programme includes a study of monthly and annual bookkeeping; asset disposal; year-end adjustments; analysis of financial statements; statements of cash flow; basic management accounts; cost accounting, financial management and business ethics. ... more
ICB Financial Accounting – Intermediate Level
ICB Financial Accounting – Upper Intermediate Level
This qualification is the third level in the ICB Financial Accounting Programme. The Technical Financial Accountant can perform the functions of an Accounting and Tax Technician. The programme includes a study of income tax, capital gains tax, donations tax and estate duty, liquidation and executors accounts, business and contract law, economics, personal finance and auditing.... more
ICB Financial Accounting – Upper Intermediate Level
ICB Office Administration – Advanced Level
This qualification forms part of the Advanced level in the ICB Office Administration Programme. Good office managers need three attributes in particular. They must be well organised, be good communicators and have a particularly large dose of common sense. The role not only needs someone who has authority and is respected, but also the knack of persuasion for all those trifling little things that need doing but tend not to get done. In addition, a basic knowledge of accounts or budgets is an advantage as usually the role involves monitoring or authorising expenditure and invoices and keeping basic office expenses as low as possible.... more
ICB Office Administration – Advanced Level
ICB Office Administration – Foundation Level
This qualification forms part of the in the ICB Office Administration Programme. It covers various functions of the secretary and receptionist including telephone, mail, correspondence, records and security competencies. The Administrator is central to the effective functioning of any office. This role can sometimes be specialised depending on the type of office environment, but despite this specialisation there are general administrative functions common to all offices. Please ensure you have read and meet the entry requirements before completing your enrollment... more
