Certified Business Appraiser (CBA)

The Professional Accreditation Program is one of the most important components of the Institute's professional development curriculum. Members who meet established criteria are awarded the prestigious professional designation of Certified Business Appraiser (CBA). This distinction, which denotes a level of competence attained only by the most accomplished business appraisers, grants its recipients special recognition and prestige among fellow appraisers, the courts and throughout the business appraisal community.
Accreditation as a Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) is available to those members of the Institute of Business Appraisers who are able to demonstrate that they have attained a high level of professional competence and conduct. The CBA accreditation designates the appraiser as a true professional in his/her field, worthy of the admiration of fellow appraisers and deserving the fullest confidence of clients and potential clients. The Institute offers two certification paths for New/Non-Certified Appraiser applicants and applicants who currently hold a BV credential. Please contact IBA headquarter at 800-299-4130 for assistance in choosing your correct certification path.

Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) Requirements for all New and Non-Certified Appraisers

- New and Non-Certified Appraisers Candidates for CBA accreditation must:

- Possess a 4-year college degree or equivalent and provide proof of this to the IBA in the form provided by the Institute.

- Successfully complete IBA’s 8003 Introduction to Business Appraisal and 8004 Comprehensive Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) Workshop.

IBA recommends the following courses for new appraisers looking to further enhance  their business appraisal body of knowledge:

· IBA’s 1006 Preparation for the CBA Examination Workshop or Webinar
· IBA course 1010 Advanced Report Writing Workshop.

- Submit an official CBA application form. The application fee is $595 (fee subject to change).
- Provide four satisfactory references: two references as to personal character and two references as to professional competence as a business appraiser.
- Be a member in good standing of the Institute of Business Appraisers.
- Complete a 6 hour, proctored, CBA written examination covering the theory and practice of business appraisal. These exams are given around the country each year and at the national conference.
- Pass a comprehensive written examination on current business valuation theory and practice. Content and administration of the examination shall be as described in the Applicant’s Handbook, under heading "Written Examination." Arrangements may be made for the CBA examination to be supervised by a private proctor. Please contact IBA headquarters for qualifying details.
- Submit two Demonstration Reports demonstrating a high degree of skill, knowledge, and judgment as a Business Appraiser. The adequacy of demonstration reports shall be determined as set forth in the Applicant's handbook, under "Review of Demonstration Reports."
- Candidates whose reports are found acceptable by the Qualifications Review Committee and who have met the other requirements will be granted the Certified Business Appraiser designation.
- Recertify every two years. Recertification every two years, consisting of 24 hours via additional education, publication, or peer review.

A certificate representing the designation of Certified Business Appraiser will be sent to each applicant who is successful in the process. This designation may be used on business stationery, in contacts with clients and potential clients, etc., for as long as the designee remains a member in good standing of the Institute.

 

Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) Requirements for Appraisers who hold a BV Accreditation

CBA Fast Track

1. Applicants who hold the following certifications are exempt from the CBA exam and required courses: ABV, ASA, AVA, CFA, CBV, and CVA. However, the following courses are highly recommended:

IBA’s 8004 Comprehensive Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) Workshop
IBA course 1010 Advanced Report Writing Workshop.

2. To achieve the CBA credential, BV-accredited applicants must:

- Submit an official CBA application form. The application fee is $595 (fee subject to change).
- Possess a 4-year college degree or equivalent and provide proof of this to the IBA.
- Provide four satisfactory references: two references as to personal character and two references as to professional competence as a business appraiser.
- Be a member in good standing of the Institute of Business Appraisers.
- Submit two Demonstration Reports demonstrating a high degree of skill, knowledge and judgment as a Business Appraiser. The adequacy of demonstration reports shall be determined as set forth in the Applicant's handbook, under "Review of Demonstration Reports."
- Candidates whose reports are found acceptable by the Qualifications Review Committee and who have met the other requirements will be granted the Certified Business Appraiser designation.
- Recertify every two years. Requires 24 hours via additional education, publication, or peer review

3. A certificate representing the designation of Certified Business Appraiser will be sent to each applicant who is successful in the process. This designation may be used on business stationery, in contacts with clients and potential clients, etc., for as long as the designee remains a member in good standing of The Institute.

 

The Institute of Business Appraisers Re-accreditation and Continuing Education Requirements apply to all holders of the Master Certified Business Appraiser, Certified Business Appraiser, Business Valuator Accredited for Litigation, and Accredited by IBA designations.
Continuing Education Requirements: All holders of the designations above are required to document twenty-four (24) hours of continued professional development (CPE) every two (2) years. These hours may include:

- Attending classes or conferences sponsored by any business appraisal organization or by attending IBA's national conference: Credit will be given on an hour-for-hour basis.
- Technical volunteer activities including mentoring, the review of articles to be included in the IBA bibliographic database, and technical assistance to other IBA members: Credit will be given on an hour-for-hour basis.
- Writing business appraisal articles for the Business Appraisal Practice publication: A minimum of two (2) pages must be submitted for publication for which sixteen hours will be credited.
- Lecturing on business appraisal issues: Ten (10) hours of credit will be given for each one (1) hour presentation.

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