IC Associations and Accreditation
There is not yet a globally recognised internal communication qualification, though various training courses and formal qualifications have been established to create and maintain standards.
In the UK, the bodies representing the profession are fragmented and offer competing qualifications. Melcrum Ltd are one of the UK's leading organisations offering research, networking events, training, and membership amongst other products.
The UK's Chartered Institute of Public Relations also offers training and qualifications in internal communications including accredited Diploma and Certificate. These count towards a professional development programme that can achieve Accredited and Chartered Practitioner status.
The predominantly North American members of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) can apply for recognition as an Accredited Business Communicator. In the US, courses are available at Ithaca College.
There is a well-established postgraduate diploma / Masters programme in Internal Communications Management at Kingston University
In Europe, courses are available at the University of Lugano and Rotterdam School of Management.
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