Education Courses
These courses have been developed for the international market by a committee of senior global business valuators and educators and comprise the iiBV’s Principles of Valuation offerings.
Core Courses
iiBV’s program of 6 business valuation core courses are designed to lead you to a professional designation. These courses have been developed by an international team of business valuation experts and are offered in-class and online with a live instructor. The courses cover everything a professional valuer needs to excel in their career and are typically offered by a host who coordinates a group of students. Learn more about our core courses!
Online "Live" Core Courses
iiBV delivers the core courses online, facilitated by an expert instructor, live, over Zoom. These courses are typically offered over 7 separate 3-hour Zoom sessions and conclude with the exam delivered online. The live online core courses cover everything a professional valuer needs to excel in their career and are typically offered by a host who coordinates a group of students. Learn more about our online live courses!
Live Continuing Education
The iiBV offers workshops and live presentations using Zoom to deliver advanced topics based on the iiBV’s vast library of business valuation content. If your organization would like to have a presentation on a BV topic, please let know and we can arrange an expert facilitator. Learn more about our in-class education!
Online Recorded Continuing Education
iiBV has a program of 100-minute courses covering a wide range of advanced topics that are offered online based on a series of pre-recorded videos and interactive questions. Participants can take the courses on their own schedule, independently. The iiBV also has a library of recorded webinars in which a panel of experts discuss relevant current topics. Learn more about our online recordings!
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Upcoming Events
V20 Africa: Valuation’s Global Movement Gains Steam Toward G20 Recognition
Many of us want to stay close to the big conversations in valuation.
This month, we’re happy to share something special.
Business Valuation Resources, LLC (BVR) has published a full article on the V20 Africa Conference in the Business Valuation Update. The piece is based on Ray Moran’s work and his active role at the V20 Summit and Conference.
Ray took part in sessions, joined discussions, moderated panels, and connected with valuers from many regions.
In this article, you’ll find:
- How valuers are using AI in real work
- Updates on global standards from IVSC
- The skills young valuers need today
- Insights on ESG and African real estate
- Why the V20 movement is working toward G20 recognition
- What VPOs are planning for the next summit
It’s a thoughtful piece that gives a clear picture of where our profession is heading.
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Upcoming 2026 EVENTS
Private Equity – What CBVs Should Know About PE Deal Structures
January 21, 2026
Registration Deadline Jan 19, 2026
Join Stefan Mioc, MBA, CBV and Kevin Zhao, CPA, CFA, Senior Engagement Managers at Sapling Financial Consultants as they equip Chartered Business Valuators with the knowledge to navigate the world of private equity transactions. Drawing on experience with PE-backed deals, this webinar will explore how private equity firms structure investments to maximize returns, and why understanding these topics is critical for accurate valuations.
Attendees will gain insight into the PE mindset, deal structuring techniques, including leveraged buyouts, capital structure components, and waterfall distributions, and how these variables influence valuation outcomes. Stefan and Kevin will also discuss exit strategies, timing considerations, and practical tools CBVs can apply when modeling PE capital structures.
This event is currently only available for users in the following groups: everyone.
To register for this event, please login above.
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Appraisal Institute Annual Conference 2026
April 14–15, 2026 | Nashville, Tennessee
Join us as we return to the stage after a brief hiatus, bringing together valuation professionals in the vibrant and musically enriched city of Nashville. This year’s conference theme celebrates harmony, innovation, and revitalized connections within the appraisal community.
Learn through hands-on demos of today’s most relevant valuation tools and technology, network with hundreds of appraisers from across the country, gain insights from industry leaders shaping the future of appraisal, participate in interactive sessions, quizzes, and competitions, explore business strategies to strengthen your practice, and earn continuing education credit while advancing your expertise.
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CBVI Connect 2026
June 11 & 12, 2026 | Calgary
2026 ASA International Conference
October 4-6, 2026
Deadline: Friday, January 16, 2026
Join appraisers from across the globe at ASAIC26, hosted at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel, for a high-impact mix of practical education, real-world solutions, and energizing networking.
Explore how knowledgeable professionals are navigating a changing valuation landscape through innovative tools, current market insight, and collaboration across all disciplines, including Business Valuation, Personal Property, Machinery & Equipment, Real Property, Gems & Jewelry, and Appraisal Review & Management—all in one convenient, conference-focused setting.
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2026 Annual Conference
October 13-16, 2026
Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
The 2026 Annual Conference is set for Oct. 13-16 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Conference registration will open in the spring, and in mid-December, IAAO will begin accepting submissions for session program topics.
A reminder, for the 2026 Conference, U.S. citizens will need a passport to enter Canada.
The IAAO Annual Conference is the premier platform for sharing successes, discovering best practices, and learning from expert colleagues about the latest research in property appraisal and valuation. Nearly 1,700 people attended the 2025 Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida.
Each year, educational sessions, networking opportunities, events, and a varied exposition are offered to attendees to provide assessment professionals with the tools they need to succeed. Conference attendees have the opportunity to interact with peers from across the country and around the globe.
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IAAO International Research Symposium
Dec. 2-3, 2026,
Dublin, Ireland
Upcoming 2025 EVENTS
2025 ASA Winter Fair Value Conference
Thursday, December 11, 2025,
Time: 1:00pm - 5:25pm ET
Join leading valuation professionals, industry experts, and regulators for ASA’s premier Winter Fair Value Conference, a half-day program focused on the latest developments and practical applications in fair value.
This year’s conference will feature:
- AI Panel Discussion — Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping valuation practices and risk considerations.
- Tranched Preferred Stock Valuation — A deep dive into challenges and methodologies.
- Hot Topics in the Energy Industry — Insights into the rapidly evolving energy sector and its valuation implications.
- Practical Issues in Debt Valuation — Real-world guidance for navigating complex debt structures.
- Valuation Guide Updates — Stay current with CSRP and intangible discount rate updates from key contributors.
With sessions led by top professionals from firms including PricewaterhouseCoopers, Kroll, Houlihan Lokey, and others, attendees will gain both technical knowledge and practical strategies to apply immediately in their work.
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In the News
Valuation-20 Africa: AI, Standards, and the Power of Community
Ray Moran and Kalvern Kapfidze, a student at the University of Cape Town, sat down for a conversation about Valuation - 20 Africa that moved far beyond valuation formulas.
They spoke about:
- AI is transforming valuation, but human judgment is irreplaceable
- Valuation standards are critical infrastructure
- The impact of community, guidance, and shared experience ... etc.
Their exchange offers clear lessons for valuers at any stage of their career.
The kind of insight that helps you grow your practice and your mindset at the same time.
A valuable watch for professionals who want to learn from lived experience, not only from textbooks.