We know that nothing is more important for your career than quality education, that’s why we offer the widest range of introductory courses in Botswana, ranging from Long Term Insurance, to Short Term Insurance, Wealth Management and Healthcare covering Botswana specific legislation and regulations.
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In Botswana, insurance agents are required to undergo education for the type of insurance they are qualifying for to be approved to take the state insurance exam (Certificate Of Proficiency).
After successfully completing the exam an insurance agent will need to apply to NBFIRA to be licensed as an agent. Only licensed insurance agents are allowed to sell and service insurance policies.
Our courses gives students the requisite certification for licensing as insurance agents with the NBFIRA.
Our courses provide students with an overview of the basic principles of insurance as applied in the insurance category selected.
They give a detailed introduction to the various insurance products available in the market, the benefits of each to the policy holder and an introduction to the legislation that regulates long insurance sector in Botswana.
ways to study
Students who prefer self study, self-paced learning with limited real-time interaction requirements and voluntary interaction with peers.
This is a very suitable option (delivery mode) for working people or for people with special commitments.
DISTANCE learning
online learning
Ideal for students who prefer a focused, but scaffolded approached to learning with a mix of real-time and self-paced requirements and regular interaction with learning content.
All learning activities are conducted online with options to suit your lifestyle and the level of engagement and flexibility you prefer.
We offer part-time, one day a week face-to-face in-class learning classes typically after hours or on weekends. If you choose to be an in-class student, this means you will engage with our staff face-to-face and will attend timetabled classroom sessions led by one of our facilitators/subject matter experts
in-class learning
how to apply
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The application process
1
Check that you meet the criteria for the programme
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Apply online using your preferred application method
3
Make payment for the course. Read more about the payment options available to you here
Prefer to register at our office in Commerce Park?
Download registration form
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Submit application together with supporting documents either online, via email or at our office
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Formal acceptance and registration on course
payment options
Students have 2 payment options,
Pay course fees upfront in FULL
Pay course fees in 3 equal instalments over 3 months
Paying in instalments
Aren’t able to make the full payment at registration? No problem!
With our affordable payment terms, finances will no longer hold you back from reaching your full potential. We offer a 3-month payment plan.
It is the policy of the Insurance Academy of Botswana that a registered student of the Academy shall be fully liable for the payment of all prescribed fees, even if he or she cancels his or her registration partially or in full, and leaves the Academy, irrespective of whether he or she has attended classes or not.
Please note that students who opt to utilize the Easy Payment Plan (i.e., paying in instalments) will be fully liable for the full course fees even if they choose not to complete the course. Failure to pay the full fees will result in the students’ details being passed on to a debt collection agency and legal proceedings will then apply.
For details of our payment plan policy, enrolment and cancellation policy, please read our terms and conditions.
For enquiries or assistance, please contact us on +267 311 7200 or registrations@iab.co.bw
Banking details
Banking details for those students paying via EFT or Bank Deposit
OUR COURSES
We are committed to ensuring a high standard of practice and delivery on courses in order to optimise the student experience of studying at a distance. We regard every element of the learning experience as important in contributing to student success.
These elements include;
- Administration and support,
- Course development (including study guides and other resources),
- Assessment and learning support.
Effective course development is crucial in opening up the learning experience to the student.
Student support at a distance
Being at a distance, all students are entitled to proper support and the resources that they need. iAB has an effective student engagement process in place to assist students during their studies. This provides for continuous administration, interaction and support.
Study material provided
Academic writing must be supported by reliable sources. iAB provides printed comprehensive study guides to all distance learning students.
Student support
Study materials provided
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corporate education
Today’s world of work is complex: global markets, talent development, work-life balance, design thinking, the 4th industrial revolution, corporate citizenship. These are just some of the factors at play.
We thoroughly understand this terrain.
We have established expertise in insurance and financial services curriculum design, e-learning and on-demand programmes. Moreover, we are long-time partners of organisations in Botswana, delivering solutions that add substantial value to our clients’ learning journeys and business outcomes.
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ABOUT US
The Insurance Academy of Botswana (iAB) has grown into one of the leading providers of insurance and financial services related training in Botswana.
For over 5 years the Insurance Academy of Botswana has been at the forefront of delivering, optimising, innovating and transforming to deliver better services each day, than the day before, to meet the needs of our students, clients and the broader financial services industry in unprecedented times
Our courses focus on providing students with detailed insight into their chosen financial services category.
They also provide participants with technical skills ranging from claims handling to product specific underwriting with an emphasis on practical case studies for participants to work through.
OUR APPROACH TO LEARNING
There is always valuable theory in a book, but the actual magic happens when students apply their knowledge, supported by our learning philosophy that promotes constant involvement and engagement in the learning process. It is through this immersion that is built into our course modules, that the knowledge and the skills start being inculcated into behaviours, and the competence is learned.
Our qualifications deliver on our promise to instil future-fit skills for ethical and sustainable business practices and enable our students who have journeyed with us to navigate changing environments effectively.
accredited
Training Institution
The Insurance Academy of Botswana is accredited by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA) with accreditation number ETP0198
Our accreditation;
Our accreditation points to the quality of our training materials and assessment policies and practices.
It also ensures that our trainers, assessors and moderators are appropriately qualified, are skilled in teaching, have knowledge and experience of the subject area, are familiar with the curriculum, and keep themselves up-to-date in line with changes to the curriculum.
