International Institute of Business Valuers

What International Institute of Business Valuers does

International Institute of Business Valuers (iiBV) is a professional membership organization and umbrella association for global business valuation bodies, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Barrie, Ontario, Canada, with the Executive Director (Michael Badham) operating alongside a small administrative and marketing team. Rather than serving individual members, iiBV is governed by a Board of Directors drawn from member Valuation Professional Organizations (VPOs) including ASA, CICBV, ANEVAR, NAVS, Taqeem, the China Appraisal Society, IACVS, and BVIUK, and offers business valuation education to practicing professionals worldwide.

The core offering is a curriculum of seven numbered courses (iiBV 100 through 105, plus iiBV 201) covering introductory valuation, principles, income approach and international cost of capital, comprehensive case study, advanced topics, intangible assets, and International Valuation Standards & Ethics, supplemented by an advanced bundle (iiBV 210-214) and nano-learning modules. Delivery is multi-modal: in-class training with local hosts (3-day format), live instructor-led courses over Zoom in seven 3-hour sessions, self-paced recorded courses hosted on the Thinkific platform, and distribution through the Business Valuation Resources (BVR) partnership. Course completion confers credit toward ASA BV and CBV/EEE designations, and the curriculum is aligned with IVSC standards and offered in English, Arabic, and Chinese.

The revenue model is twofold: course registration fees (e.g., $399 USD for iiBV 201, with bundle savings of $200) and membership dues from VPOs. Go-to-market is community-led, relying on member organizations, training partners such as G&G Skills (exclusive in India), and a marketing mix of organic social, webinars, blog content, and conference participation (V20, ASA). The platform integrates Zoom, Thinkific, Vimeo, and BVR, but contains no proprietary AI/ML or advanced technology components beyond standard education-tech delivery infrastructure.

Name

International Institute of Business Valuers

Legal name

International Institute of Business Valuers

Website

https://iibv.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

International Institute of Business Valuers (iiBV) is a global umbrella professional body delivering accredited business valuation courses and continuing education to valuation professionals worldwide through member Valuation Professional Organizations across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Toronto

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Course Registration Fees: Revenue from in-class and online live core courses, continuing education courses, and certification programs. Courses offered at $399 USD for iiBV 201 Standards course. Bundle pricing available for multi-course packages.
2. Membership Fees: Membership in iiBV is open to professional business valuation associations. IIBV does not have individual members but generates value through accreditation relationships with member organizations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

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Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The International Institute of Business Valuers (iiBV) develops and delivers a globally aligned business valuation curriculum for professional valuers and member Valuation Professional Organizations (VPOs). Its offerings span six core BV courses (iiBV 100-105), the iiBV 201 International Business Valuation Standards & Ethics course, an iiBV 210-214 advanced bundle, plus continuing education, webinars, and nano-learning modules. Courses are delivered in-class, live online via Zoom, and self-paced through the Thinkific platform, with accreditation pathways toward ASA and CBV/EEE designations.

Product overview

International Institute of Business Valuers (iiBV) operates as an educational institution offering a comprehensive suite of business valuation courses and professional development programs. The core curriculum consists of seven courses (iiBV 100-105 and 201) covering foundational principles through advanced topics including intangible asset valuation and international standards. Delivery formats include in-class training, live online instruction via Zoom, and self-paced online recorded courses through Thinkific and BVR partnerships. Supplementary offerings include nano-learning modules, live workshops, webinars, and a special course bundle (iiBV 210-214) for comprehensive certification preparation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• iiBV 100 – Introduction to Business Valuation One-day introductory course providing an overview of the basic ideas and vocabulary that form the foundation of business valuation analysis. Serves as a preface to the four Principles of Valuation courses; no exam required. Aimed at aspiring and early-career valuers.
• iiBV 101 – Principles of Business Valuations Course introducing the principles of business valuation, covering areas of analysis common to comprehensive BV engagements, including the market approach and asset approach to value, with a focus on growth and risk evaluation. Targeted at professional valuers and designation candidates.
• iiBV 102 – Income Approach and the International Cost of Capital Course introducing the income approach to value, integrating concepts from iiBV 101 with income approach methodologies, forecasting, and international cost of capital including CAPM. Intended for professional valuers pursuing designation.
• iiBV 103 – Business Valuation Comprehensive Case Study Capstone course applying theory from iiBV 101 and iiBV 102 to three case studies in the international auto parts manufacturing industry. Students work through steps from initial engagement through reconciled conclusion of value. For credentialed valuers.
• ASA 204 – Advanced Topics in Business Valuation Advanced course that enables professionals to obtain the ASA BV designation, covering five advanced valuation topics including discounts for lack of marketability, lack of control, and control premiums. Targeted at credentialed valuers pursuing the ASA BV designation.
• iiBV 105 – Valuation of Intangible Assets Course focused on the principles and IFRS issues arising when valuing intangible assets. Recommended for students with at least two years of business valuation experience. For experienced BV practitioners.
• iiBV 201 – International Business Valuation Standards & Ethics One-day in-class or online self-study course helping professional valuers understand and implement IVSC International Valuation Standards in their work. Includes IVS 2020 revision update. Delivered as 71 video modules (~6.5 hours of content, ~8 hours completion) priced at $399.00 USD. Targeted at professional valuers seeking IVS-aligned standards and ethics training.
• Online Continuing Education Courses Program of 100-minute pre-recorded courses with interactive questions covering advanced topics, available on the participant's own schedule. Includes advanced BV content such as Black Scholes, DLOM, Monte Carlo, and industry-specific valuation. Targeted at credentialed valuers seeking continuing education credits.
• Special Bundle iiBV 210 to 214 Bundle combining five continuing-education courses—Valuing Intangible Assets, Valuing Early Stage Companies, Valuing Minority Interests, International Cost of Capital, and Black Scholes Option Model—offered at $200 savings versus individual purchase. For professional valuers seeking comprehensive advanced education.
• iiBV Webinars Free webinars delivering advanced valuation topics in under 60 minutes, featuring senior practitioner views on current industry issues including COVID impacts, volatile markets, international discount rates, and IVS updates. Targeted at professional business valuers.
• Live Continuing Education Workshops Workshops and live presentations delivered via Zoom using advanced topics from iiBV's business valuation content library, which can be arranged for member organizations on request. Targeted at VPOs and corporate training audiences.
• Nano-Learning Modules Short-form learning modules hosted on the Thinkific platform for quick, focused education on specific valuation topics, complementing iiBV's longer self-paced and live courses. Targeted at professional valuers seeking micro-learning continuing education.

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• G&G Skills Developers Private LimitedcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 22 November 2022iiBV entered into a tripartite agreement with G&G Skills Developers Private Limited and Assessors and Registered Valuers Foundation (AaRVF). G&G became a Member of iiBV and exclusive training partner in India for offering business valuation education courses to professionals throughout India. G&G provides expertise in marketing and delivering education and training.
• Assessors and Registered Valuers Foundation (AaRVF)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 November 2022AaRVF is a Registered Valuers Organization recognized by the Government of India with IBBI registration. They have provided mandatory education of 50 hours to more than 600 members, with 50 Registered Valuers under various asset classes. AaRVF provides expertise in delivering and implementing education and professional training programs in India.
• American Society of Appraisers (ASA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerASA is a founding member and major accreditation partner. iiBV courses are accredited by ASA for BV designation. ASA members can receive credit towards business valuation designations by completing iiBV courses.
• CBV Institute (Canadian Institute of Chartered Business Valuators)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCICBV is the largest professional valuation organization in Canada and a founding member. iiBV courses are accredited by CICBV for CBV/EEE designation. Successfully passing iiBV exams enables credit toward the CBV designation.
• Business Valuation Resources (BVR)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partnership for online course delivery and content distribution. BVR hosts iiBV's self-study courses including the iiBV 201 Standards and Ethics course on their platform. BVR has helped train many of the current generation of business valuation experts globally.
• International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIVSC is the global standard setter for valuations. iiBV's curriculum is designed to align with IVS standards. In October 2022, IVSC and IOSCO signed a Statement of Cooperation to advance valuation standards globally.
• The National Association of Authorized Romanian Valuers (ANEVAR)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerANEVAR was established in 1992 and includes approximately 3,600 authorized valuers (individuals) and over 550 authorized valuers (legal entities). Member of IVSC, TEGoVA, WAVO, and iiBV.
• National Association of Valuers of Serbia (NAVS)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNAVS (NUPS) is an association of appraisers founded in 2006 in Belgrade. Member of IVSC and TEGoVA. Takes part in EU accession process through education of appraisers in accordance with international standards.
• The Saudi Authority for Accredited Valuers (Taqeem)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTaqeem is the regulatory authority for valuation profession in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, established by Royal Decree. Aims to develop valuation profession to level par with notable professions through setting standards and qualifying valuers.
• China Appraisal Society (CAS)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAS is a nation-wide self-disciplinary organization of the appraisal profession under Ministry of Finance supervision. Established with approval of Ministry of Civil Affairs.
• The International Association of Certified Valuation Specialists (IACVS)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIACVS was founded in 2000 to provide worldwide support to professionals performing valuations or fraud deterrence engagements. First and only international association providing such global support.
• Business Valuation Institute UK (BVIUK)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerContemporary educational platform serving experts, enthusiasts, and students within business valuation. Offers curriculum of talks, articles, videos, interviews, and book reviews with emphasis on professional networking.

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Broad incumbents

• International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC): IVSC is the global standard setter for valuation (IVS) and an iiBV strategic partner whose curriculum iiBV aligns to. It operates at the standards level rather than direct course delivery, making it a complementary incumbent rather than a head-to-head competitor.
• AICPA (American Institute of CPAs): AICPA offers the Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) credential and related BV training to its CPA membership in the US. It is a much larger incumbent that overlaps with iiBV's market for designation-seeking BV professionals.
• American Society of Appraisers (ASA): ASA is both an iiBV founding member and a major US BV designation body that runs its own parallel BV education and credentialing programs. It is a partner in iiBV's accreditation but also a partial competitor for BV students in North America.
• RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors): RICS is a global professional body issuing the Red Book valuation standards and accredited MRICS/FRICS credentials across real estate, business, and intangibles. It is a broader incumbent with overlapping valuation education and standards-setting activities.
• CBV Institute (CICBV): CICBV is the other founding member of iiBV and the self-regulating body for the CBV/EEE designation in Canada. It offers its own course pathway alongside iiBV's accredited offerings, creating both partnership and overlap with iiBV's mandate.

Direct peers

• Business Valuation Resources (BVR): BVR is a major US-based data, training, and expert opinion provider for the business valuation profession and a strategic distribution partner that hosts iiBV's self-study courses on its platform. BVR competes with iiBV on continuing education but also extends iiBV's reach.
• National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA): NACVA is a US-based professional association offering the CVA credential and business valuation training, education, and certification. It is the closest functional peer to iiBV in terms of providing BV professional designation pathways and continuing education to practicing valuators.
• TEGoVA (The European Group of Valuers' Associations): TEGoVA is a European umbrella of valuer associations that issues the Recognised European Valuer (REV) designation and publishes European Valuation Standards. It is a direct analogue to iiBV as a continental umbrella providing standards-aligned education and credentialing.

Regional players

• China Appraisal Society (CAS): CAS is the nation-wide self-disciplinary organization for the appraisal profession in China under Ministry of Finance supervision. It is a regional peer providing valuation education and credentials within China and an iiBV member VPO.
• Taqeem (Saudi Authority for Accredited Valuers): Taqeem is the Saudi regulatory authority for the valuation profession and a major iiBV member VPO. It runs its own accreditation and education programs within Saudi Arabia, making it both a regional partner and a comparable regional player.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

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