Institute membership is open to both individuals and consultancy practices.

The benefits of individual membership of the Institute include the opportunity of peer support and the ability to display both an independent endorsement of your skills and your own commitment to professional standards within the profession. 

Visit our Practices section to find out more how to join as a practice. The Institute of Business Consulting assists in raising the Standards of Consulting through:

• COMMITMENT to develop members’ skills and competence – the Institute develops consultants and advisers, from entry-level students to experienced seniors, by offering professional qualifications based on lifelong learning opportunities alongside personal career development advice.

• RESOURCES to address the critical issues for consulting – the Institute provides a vast array of industry information, knowledge and data via the management information centre and members’ expertise. There is the opportunity to share best practice amongst members and potentially to reduce costs through increased networking and efficiency.

• RECOGNITION for professional achievement – the Institute champions professionalism within the business consulting industry by setting and maintaining an agreed Code of Professional Conduct and Practice, bringing unified standards across all sectors and levels of experience. Members are recognised as competent professionals with measurable skills and a high level of professionalism adhering to industry-set standards. 

• EXPERTISE to drive better business performance the Institute offers networking opportunities through regular local and national events that will increase access to key contacts and enhance prospective business opportunities. This results in increased revenue for both members and their organisations by building an expansive contact base and sharing expertise.

For further information, please contact our membership team on 01536 207480.