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Insurance12 weeksOnline · Distance · In-Class
Introduction to Long-Term Insurance
Build the knowledge to advise on life, funeral and long-term insurance products with confidence, grounded in Botswana's regulatory environment and real workplace practice.
At a glance
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Study modes
- Online · Distance · In-Class
- From
- P750/month
- Next intake
- November 2026 Intake
- Registration closes
- 6 November 2026
- Assessment
- 30% coursework · 70% exam
- Materials
- Included
What you'll be able to do
Outcomes that matter at work.
For those working in or entering life, funeral and long-term cover.
- ✓Explain long-term insurance products and how they meet client needs
- ✓Apply the relevant legislation and regulatory requirements to your work
- ✓Handle client advice, disclosure and record-keeping to a professional standard
- ✓Support underwriting, claims and policy administration accurately
Course content
Your 12-week journey.
01
Weeks 1–2
Introduction to long-term insurance & the Botswana market
02
Weeks 3–4
Regulation and professional conduct
03
Weeks 5–6
Life & funeral products and their features
04
Weeks 7–8
Client advice, needs analysis and disclosure
05
Weeks 9–10
Underwriting, claims and policy administration
06
Weeks 11–12
Consolidation and final examination preparation
Entry requirements
- •A certified BGCSE certificate or equivalent, showing passes in English and Mathematics
- •A completed Diploma or Degree may be submitted for consideration of an exemption from that requirement
- •No prior insurance experience required
Where it can take you
- Long-term insurance adviser
- Life & funeral policy administrator
- Client services consultant
- Underwriting or claims support
Frequently asked
Questions, answered.
Do I need experience in insurance?
No. The programme is designed for both newcomers and those already working in the industry.
Is this programme accredited?
Yes. iAB is accredited by BQA, TVET and HRDC. Full details are on our Accreditation & Quality page.