North London Branch 26th June 2002 ISEB Qualifications Mark Lovell Deputy Director (Examinations) The British Computer Society

North London Branch 26th June 2002 What are ISEB qualifications? Industry recognised certification that measures: - Competence} - Ability} in many areas of IS - Performance} With the aim of: - Raising industry standards - Promoting career development - Providing competitive edge for employers

North London Branch 26th June 2002 Qualification areas IT Service Management Software Testing Project Management Business Systems Development Business & Management Skills Data Protection Information Security Information Communications Technology Programme & Project Support Office IS Consultancy Practice

North London Branch 26th June 2002 Examination delivery Types of Examination - Multiple choice - Written - Oral Venues - Training providers (with ISEB invigilation) - ISEB organised venues - Prometric test centres Training - Mandatory or optional - All training providers must be accredited

North London Branch 26th June 2002 Quality Assurance Executive Committee - Strategy - Policy and Standards - Monitoring of Quality and Performance Subject Boards - Syllabus and Regulations - Monitoring of Quality and Performance - Examinations Panel - Accreditation Panel

North London Branch 26th June 2002 Accreditation Accreditation (paper-based, 2 reviewers) –2 stage process Organisation details and facilities Full set of course materials –Normally for a 3 year period, renewable Candidate results monitored Changes to course must be submitted for approval Audit (visit-based, 1 auditor) –At least one audit per accreditation period

North London Branch 26th June 2002 Benefits for the Training Provider ISEB recognition Syllabus developed by industry specialists National marketing support from the BCS

North London Branch 26th June 2002 Benefits for the Employer Improved IS performance Attraction of high calibre staff Enhanced employee motivation and commitment Independence from any particular package or software provider

North London Branch 26th June 2002 Benefits for the Employee High quality training External recognition of ability and competence Demonstration of professional career development Increased career prospects Individual sense of achievement

North London Branch 26th June 2002 Growth