DIPLOMA IN INSURANCE (Dip CII) CHARTERED INSURANCE INSTITUTE

DIPLOMA IN INSURANCE (Dip CII) CHARTERED INSURANCE INSTITUTE

BANKING ACCOUNTING & FINANCE ISLAMIC FINANCE IT & PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSURANCE LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMIC STUDIES ABOUT The BIBF is a semi-government training institute affiliated with the Central Bank of Bahrain, established in 1981. It plays a vital role in the training and development of human capital in Bahrain, the wider Middle East, North Africa, Europe and beyond. The BIBF s commitment to excellence has strengthened its position as the leading educational provider across all major business disciplines. The Institute serves as a partner to numerous world-class institutions; delivering Thought Leadership, Assessment and Training in the areas of Banking, Islamic Finance, Executive Development, Accounting & Finance, Academic Studies, Leadership & Management, Insurance, Information Technology, Project Management and Supply Chain Management, resulting in a complete business solution.

GLOBAL REACH The BIBF qualifies over 20,000 learners a year across all major business disciplines and economic sectors. Since its establishment, it has provided training and development opportunities in 63 countries giving the institute a global footprint. The BIBF has delivered training to over students in 63 countries since its inception in 1981 3

About Tamkeen Tamkeen is an initiative funded by the private sector for the private sector, tasked with developing Bahrain s private sector and positioning it as the key driver of economic development. Established in August 2006, Tamkeen is one of the cornerstones of Bahrain s national reform initiatives and Bahrain Economic Vision. Tamkeen has two primary objectives: Firstly, fostering the creation and development of enterprises, and secondly, providing support to enhance the productivity and growth of enterprises and individuals. Under each of those objectives, certain mechanisms and innovative support initiatives have been put in place by Tamkeen to address current and future gaps for individuals and enterprises in the private sector that have been identified by thorough studies of the labour market landscape. Tamkeen s funds come from the fees collected from the Labour Market Regulatory Authority. www.tamkeen.bh About the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) The Chartered Insurance Institute s (CII) pedigree is unmatched. For over a century, the CII has been entirely focused on promoting professionalism and providing educational and development services of the highest quality for all areas of the market. With over 120,000 members in more than 150 countries, the CII is the world s largest professional body for the insurance and financial planning sector. The CII is dedicated to promoting higher standards of competence, integrity and personal performance though the provision of relevant learning solutions for practitioners at all levels and across all sectors. The CII partners with BIBF across the Middle East to raise overall standards of professionalism in the insurance sector through the provision of qualifications, training and member services in support of CII qualifications. www.cii.co.uk

About the Programme The Certificate in Insurance Cert CII is awarded by the Chartered Insurance Institute CII, UK. It is a core qualification for insurance staff working across all sectors of the industry. The Certificate develops core knowledge and confidence of the key disciplines needed prior to specialisation according to personal ambitions and career requirements. The programme comprises of three units, providing a total of 40 credits on successful completion. Upon completion, active CII members are entitled to use the designation Cert CII. The preparation sessions for this programme are designed for the optimal learning experience; incorporating theory with a wealth of case studies, role-plays and practical application of principles to real life insurance situations. Target Audience Candidates who wish to join the insurance profession Employees who wish to demonstrate their professional standing Staff working in specific technical claims handling or underwriting roles within a call or service centre environment Insurance staff employed in support functions such as human resources, marketing, IT and finance, wishing to develop an understanding of the industry in which they work Staff working for an organisation whose primary business is not insurance, but which offers insurance advice and products as part of its overall service to customers Programme Highlights Preparation classes for DIRECT CII examinations Fully funded by Tamkeen (with no upfront payment required)* Progression support by BIBF Online examination at the BIBF with immediate results *Terms and conditions apply Attainable Qualifications Award in General Insurance CII (Award) from CII, UK Certificate in Insurance Cert CII from CII, UK Diploma in Insurance Dip CII from CII, UK General Entry Criteria Must be Bahraini (In order to get Tamkeen support) English language literacy is highly recommended 5

Training Programme Details Diploma of the Chartered Insurance Institute (Dip CII) Unit Code Unit Title Examination Credits Level Cost W01 Award in General Direct CII Exam Insurance 15 Certificate IF3 IF4 Insurance Underwriting Process Direct CII Exam 15 Certificate BHD 2,250 Insurance Claims Handling Process Direct CII Exam 15 Certificate Note: Awarded credits are subject to change at anytime under the discretion of the CII

Tamkeen Support Details 100% support on the course fees with no up-front payment required from candidates Course fees includes one examination attempt, and study material (it does not include the cost of the CII membership) For more details about Tamkeen sponsorship you can visit www.tamkeen.bh Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Is this programme open to Non-Bahrainis? Yes. While Tamkeen will only sponsor the course cost for Bahraini candidates, expatriates are also welcome to join provided they are willing to cover the fees either individually or through company sponsorship. How does the reimbursement process work? The fees will be payable directly to the BIBF as per the following structure: 50% initial payment 50% after successful completion (passing of all 3 modules) *Please refer to the link below for the latest updates regarding the Tamkeen reimbursement policy https://portal.tamkeen.bh/ind/public/certificateslist?pro=e7trf Can candidates enter the programme without an active CII membership? Membership of the Chartered Insurance Institute aligns you with the highest professional standards and demonstrates your ongoing commitment to personal development. Candidates who do not have active memberships can process them through the BIBF for a fee of BHD 60 (annual membership) prior to the start of the programme. Tamkeen does not cover the cost of the membership. Benefits of the membership include the use of designations (such as the Cert CII ), member discounts, and a range of other perks. For further information, please visit www. cii.co.uk

For further information, and to register: Please contact the Centre for Insurance +973 1781 5555 / 5542 insurance@bibf.com