Courses built for the bar

Specialist CMI accredited coursesdesigned exclusively for barristers' clerks; from junior starters through to senior leadership.

Our courses

Each course is designed in partnership with the IBC Education Committee, tailored to the unique demands of clerking at every career stage

Foundation level

Introduction to Business Management

Designed for junior barristers' clerks. Covers the essential business management knowledge for early career development.

Duration

6 months

Intakes

Jan and Jul

Format

Online + 1 day in-person

Accredited

CMI

  • Suited to clerks with 0–3 years' experience
  • Flexible eLearning with one face-to-face day
  • CMI passing certificate on completion
  • In-person day: 17 March 2026 (Jan intake)

Standard Price

£1,924

+vat

IBC member price

£1,593

+vat

Advanced level

Advanced Business Management

For senior clerks seeking to accelerate career development. Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute.

Duration

12 months

Intakes

May

Format

Online + 1 day in-person

Accredited

CMI

  • Accelerate to senior levels within chambers
  • CMI accredited - nationally recognised qualification
  • Designed for maximum flexibility
  • Bespoke course made for senior clerks

Standard Price

£3,417

+vat

IBC member price

£3,207

+vat

Advanced level

Fee’s Management for Clerks

Under construction register your intererst, due for launch june 2027

Duration

9 months

Intakes

June 2027

Format

Online + 1 day in-person

Accredited

CMI

  • Designed for fees managemnt and clerks
  • CMI accredited

Standard Price

£2,690

+vat

IBC member price

£2,215

+vat