Study Methods
How to choose a study method
To help find the best study method for you, utilise the expandable selection below.
*Please note that candidates are not ristricted to one study method throughout their qualification, and payment is taken per unit. All candidates are required to maintain active membership with the Institute throughout their period of study.
Virtual Class - If you prefer a scheduled plan, led by an expert tutor, with interaction and continuous support from peers and a tutor
Whats included? Series of online classroom sessions, CICM study text, practice mock test papers available in Knowledge hub. Individual homework marked with
advice and tutor support throughout course. Packages vary depending on unit.
Learning Support Service - If you prefer to study alone but would like some support, feedback and Interaction with a coach
Whats included? Supported home self study option. Includes study text, knowledge test questions and a 6 month contract of 90 - 120 minutes remote
coaching support, by email or telephone, depending on subject.
Independent Study - If you prefer to work alone and have no problem doing so
You will be required to purchase a study text and knowledge test questions as well as exam and membership fees. This may vary depending on unit.
Virtual Classes
Virtual Classes are the most effective and popular study method among Credit Management and Debt Collections professionals that are looking to work towards achieving a Qualification. You enrol onto a course where you work towards the completion of a unit. You will complete several units to earn a certificate or a diploma depending on your Qualification pathway.
Learning Support Service
The Learning Support Service includes a coach-supported credit management course which is limited to 120 minutes of coach support, provided via email and telephone. If you don't want the level of interaction that Virtual Classes can provide you, this is your preferred study method.
Home/Independent Study
Study alone with our CICM Study textbooks covering the main syllabus topics and a number of self-assessment questions & exercises.
Funded Study
You may find yourself in a position where you are eligible to have CICM Qualifications entirely funded for you. Explore these options below.