In this article, we link to a range of organisations that provide commercial services. Please note that the inclusion of these services does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by The Key.
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SBM qualifications
ISBL
The Institute of School Business Leaders (ISBL) offers school business management qualifications, including:
- Level 4 diplomas that are mapped to ISBL's professional standards (free registration required)
- Level 5 diplomas made up of 6 core units and 1 optional unit
These qualifications are offered nationally by various training providers, but there's no specific funding