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Become a member of the IC
If you are looking to become a more skilled and confident management consultant, then look no further than IC membership. Our members feel fully supported by having access to the range of IC membership benefits and being connected to a community of management consultants.
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As a member, you benefit from a comprehensive range of products and services. Membership pays for itself many times over, not only in monetary terms but in the effect it has in reinforcing your credentials to clients and employers and in your career development.
IC Mentoring
The IC's Mentoring Programme gives you the opportunity to become a mentee, connecting you to fellow consultants who are looking to share their knowledge and experience.
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Which membership level is right for me?
Whether you are just embarking on a consulting career, an experienced practitioner, or employee of a consulting practice, we support you in all aspects of your working life and career development.Compare membership levels
Affiliate
You are a new or aspiring consultant
Annual fee £108
Associate (AIC)
You must be a practising consultant or business advisor with at least 2 years experience, plus one of the following qualifications:
- A degree level qualification in Management Consulting or equivalent.
- Or an IC/CMI Certificate or Diploma in Management Consulting or equivalent.
Or you must have 5 years experience as a practising consultant or business advisor if you do not hold a relevant qualification.
Annual fee £180
Member (MIC)
You must be a practising consultant or business advisor with at least 3 years experience, plus one of the following qualifications:
- A degree level qualification in Management Consulting or equivalent.
- Or an IC/CMI Certificate or Diploma in Management Consulting or equivalent.
Or you must have at least 7 years experience as a practising consultant or business advisor if you do not hold a relevant qualification.
Annual fee £195
Fellow (FIC)
You will need to have a minimum of 10 years consulting/ business advisor experience.
Annual fee £261
Upgrade your membership
Why upgrade?
Your membership grade will reflect how much experience you have working as a consultant and what relevant qualifications you may hold. Not only will you receive post-nominal letters after your name, but upgrading demonstrates your commitment to continual professional development.
For your clients, upgrading your membership benchmarks your professional competencies against other consultants, showing that you have satisfied the robust requirements set by the IC for each grade.
To prospective employers, upgrading your membership will demonstrate independent recognition of your development in a competitive consulting marketplace, and make you the Consultant that employers choose.
Personally, upgrading provides an opportunity to reflect on your experiences, and to consider how best to make them work for you to sell your professional skill set.
How to upgrade
Upgrading your membership is simple, just follow the link below. We’ll ask for some details and a copy of your CV which demonstrates that you meet the criteria for an upgrade.
Our membership team will then review your eligibility and confirm your upgrade. There is a one off £30 upgrade fee payable once your upgrade is confirmed.