I’ve got my ICB qualification, what now?

An ICB Qualification can help you find employment in the business field. There are several careers you can pursue depending on the qualification you have.

Now that you have acquired an ICB Qualification, you can choose to do one of the following three things:

Study Further

You can use any of the ICB Qualifications you have obtained to further your education. There are different ways in which you can do this, since the ICB Qualification you have is recognised globally. You can choose to study in South Africa or abroad. 

If you want to continue studying in South Africa, you can apply at Matric College. You can use one of your ICB Qualifications to apply for a different ICB Course.

For example, if you have an ICB Business Management Qualification, you can study an ICB Office Administration Course or ICB Financial Accounting Course.

Studying different courses helps you have a variety of skills and knowledge, which increases your chances of getting employment.

If you chose to further your studies abroad, you can enrol through a professional body that recognises ICB Qualifications. These are some of the bodies where you can continue your studies:

  • ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)
  • IAB (International Association of Bookkeepers)
  • IAAP (International Association of Accounting Professionals)
  • CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants)

Start A Business

All ICB Qualifications can be used to start businesses. This is because when you study an ICB Course, you obtain business skills and knowledge. You can use the knowledge and skills you have acquired to open a business and manage it successfully.

Some of the skills and knowledge you learn in the ICB Course that can be applied in your business include the following:

  • Monthly bookkeeping 
  • Disposal of assets
  • Creating a budget for business projects
  • Recording of business transactions
  • Interpreting financial statements
  • Creating a business plan
  • Calculating costs
  • Manage a business
  • Business communication skills
  • Analytical skills

Gain Employment

An ICB Qualification can help you find employment in the business field. There are several careers you can pursue depending on the qualification you have. Below, we have created a table to show you the different careers you can get with the ICB Qualification you have obtained:

ICB Financial Accounting QualificationICB Business Management QualificationICB Office Administration Qualification
  • Business Manager 
  • Sales Assistant 
  • Junior Researcher 
  • Service Manager 
  • Business Consultant 
  • Accounting Officer 
  • Business Advisor 
  • Office Manager 
  • Office Administrator 
  • General Manager 
  • Office Assistant 
  • Labour Relations Manager 
  • Receptionist 

Which Bookkeeper Certification Is Best?

The ICB Bookkeeping Certification is the best. To get an ICB Bookkeeping Certificate Qualification, you can study the ICB Bookkeeping National Certificate Course at Matric College. You will need a Grade 10 or Grade 10 Equivalent Qualification to study. Here is a list of reasons why the ICB Bookkeeping National Certificate Course

It Is Accredited 

The ICB Bookkeeping National Certificate is best because it is accredited by two professional bodies. These include the Quality Council of Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB). 

This means that the ICB and the QCTO have evaluated the ICB Bookkeeping National Certificate and have certified it for student enrolment. When students use accredited qualifications to find employment, they have a better chance of getting hired because employers value accredited qualifications for their quality of education.  

It Is Recognised Globally 

The ICB Bookkeeping National Certificate is the best because it is recognised all over the world. You have access to further your education or look for employment anywhere you want. This can either be in South Africa or overseas. This broadens your opportunities to advance your Bookkeeping career

It Offers Scarce Skills 

The ICB Bookkeeping National Certificate is best because it offers scarce skills. These skills are not possessed by many candidates. This creates a high demand for them. As someone who has skills which are needed in the workplace, you have a better chance of getting employed.

Can You Make Money As A Bookkeeper?

Yes, you can make money as a Bookkeeper. The salary of a Bookkeeper in South Africa ranges from R7 600 to R14 935. This is for entry-level opportunities. The more experience you gain, the higher your salary will become.

Where Can I Study An ICB Course?

You can enrol for an ICB Course at Matric College. We are a distance learning institution. When you study through us, you do it from home. This means you can have your study sessions at home, library, coffee shop, at work or any other place you find comfortable. 

To apply, you can use one of the following methods. One of our Course Experts will contact you and help you get registered: 

Why Study At Matric College?

You should study at Matric College because of the following reasons: 

  • Studying through us will allow you to study at the time and pace that you prefer. You will not feel pressured to learn. This can help you understand better and pass your course in record time. 
  • You will save a lot of money studying from home. Your transport and food allowance can go into your savings. You can use this money for other important needs. 
  • We have tutors to assist you as you study. They are available from Mondays to Fridays from 08:00 am to 05:00 pm. 
  • The colleges provide you with study material, which we deliver to you through courier services. This arrives five to seven days after your registration
  • If you want help choosing the right course, we have Course Experts who can help you do this. They will look at your interests, abilities and financial state and help you choose the best course

Studying through Matric College is possible whether you have Matric or not. We offer different courses that are suitable for students who have Grade 9, 10, 11 or Grade 12 Qualifications. You can apply today and start studying

Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Editor: Sive Ncanywa
Date: September 05 , 2022