The ICBEP recognition pathway
Every institution moves through the same transparent stages. Each stage is documented, and progress is visible in the member portal.
Expression of Interest
The institution registers interest and confirms the recognition category it is seeking.
Institution Profile Submission
Profile, scope, programs, and operating details are submitted through the member portal.
Eligibility Screening
ICBEP confirms basic eligibility, documentation readiness, and program category.
Standards Self-Review
The institution completes a guided self-assessment against the five quality pillars.
Document Review
Governance, curriculum, faculty, learner support, and outcomes evidence is examined.
Program / Institutional Evaluation
Reviewers evaluate evidence consistently against the published framework.
Recognition Decision
A recognition status is issued based on findings and compliance evidence.
Directory Listing
Approved institutions and programs are published for public verification.
Digital Badge Issuance
A recognition badge is issued for responsible, accurate display.
Annual Quality Update
An annual review confirms continued alignment and improvement progress.
Begin your application
Start an expression of interest below. Our team confirms eligibility and guides you through profile submission, self-review, and document evaluation.
What you will need
- Basic institution details and primary contact
- Programs and delivery modes in scope
- Governance and leadership overview
- Curriculum, faculty, and learner-support summaries
- Recent graduate or employer outcomes, where available
What happens next
- ICBEP confirms eligibility and opens your member portal workspace
- You complete the standards self-review and upload documents
- Reviewers evaluate the evidence and issue a recognition decision
- Approved institutions are listed for public verification
Expression of Interest
Front-end demo — no live submission.