Membership at a Glance
Every IBACTP® membership category side by side — who it is for, what it costs, and whether an assessment is required.
Every Membership Category
Each membership category has its own purpose, eligibility expectations, benefits, rights, and requirements.
Professional Membership
For professionals seeking community, resources, networking, and professional development.
- No examination required.
Corporate Membership
For employers seeking scalable workforce-development, training, and certification opportunities.
- Organizational membership.
Chartered Membership
For experienced professionals seeking competency-based Chartered recognition.
- Exam or approved Capstone Project required.
Student Membership
For students seeking self-paced development, resources, networking, and career preparation.
- No examination required.
Professional Fellow
Advanced recognition and engagement for accomplished professionals.
- Per Fellow requirements.
Grand Fellow
The highest IBACTP® Fellow membership level, with all applicable Grand Fellow rights and privileges.
- Per Grand Fellow requirements.
Compare Membership Options
| Feature | Professional | Corporate | Chartered | Student | Professional Fellow | Grand Fellow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Audience | Professionals | Organizations | Experienced Professionals | Students | Accomplished Professionals | Distinguished Leaders |
| Professional Community | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Networking | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Selected Resources | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Professional Development | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Self-Paced Opportunities | Where available | Available by program | Where applicable | Primary feature | Where available | Where available |
| Organizational Benefits | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Percentage Discounts | Selected benefits | ✓ | Selected benefits | Selected benefits | Selected benefits | Selected benefits |
| Competency Assessment Required | No | No | Yes | No | Per Fellow requirements | Per Grand Fellow requirements |
| Exam/Capstone Pathway | No | No | Yes | No | As applicable | As applicable |
| Digital Membership Badge | Where available | Organizational recognition where available | ✓ | Where available | ✓ | ✓ |
| Leadership Opportunities | Limited/eligible | Organizational | ✓ | Developmental | Enhanced | Highest membership level |
| SME/Committee Eligibility | Where qualified | — | Where qualified | Generally developmental | Where qualified | Where qualified |
| Fee | $200/year | Percentage-based structure | The certification fee | $49.99/year | $2,000 | $3,000 |
Join the IBACTP® Professional Community
Your Career. Your Community. Your Opportunity to Make an Impact.
Whether you are beginning your technology career, developing as a practitioner, leading an organization, pursuing Chartered recognition, or contributing at Fellow level, IBACTP® provides a membership pathway designed to support continued professional engagement.
Connect with professionals. Access resources. Develop your capabilities. Contribute your expertise. Advance your professional journey.
Membership is not a certification — an exam or test is needed to get certified. See the difference.