accreditation

IABC’s professional credential program recognizing communicators who have reached a globally accepted standard of knowledge and proficiency in their chosen field. Candidates meeting the requirements of the program earn the designation Accredited Business Communicator (ABC).

IABC Accreditation

IABC’s accreditation program is the global standard of professional achievement for business communicators. Accredited members practicing around the world apply the same strategic management process in all communication disciplines, across diverse cultures, and in for-profit and nonprofit organizations of all sizes.

This peer-reviewed program challenges candidates to demonstrate their knowledge of strategic communication planning, implementation, measurement and ethics. Candidates who meet all requirements earn the designation Accredited Business Communicator (ABC).

Accreditation News

New IABC Executive Accreditation Seminar on 19–24 September 2010

In March of this year, 29 senior communicators embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime experience that deepened their knowledge of organizational communication and revealed the skills they need to move their career to the next level. IABC partnered with Royal Roads University (RRU) to debut this unique accreditation seminar for senior-level communicators. Modeling a new approach to the Accredited Business Communicator (ABC) standard, designed with the seasoned practitioner in mind, the Executive Accreditation Seminar (EAS) will be offered again in September 2010.

Read testimonials from the March 2010 EAS participants.

This seminar is currently full. For inquiries about future seminars, please e-mail recognition@iabc.com.

2010–11 Accreditation Council appointed

The 2010-11 accreditation council members have been selected by IABC Vice Chair, Shelley Bird, ABC. A record 27 candidates applied to fill 8 open positions. The council members will begin their terms in June 2010.