Explore the NIBA Professional Designation Level
For professionals working in non-advisory roles across insurance or financial services.
The Affiliate designation recognises individuals who support the broking profession in operational, technical, or customer-facing roles outside of direct client advice. Common roles include underwriting, claims, compliance, training, or financial planning.
Requirements
Employed by a licensed or legally authorised financial services business under Chapter 7 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
Affiliate designation does not include the use of post-nominal letters.
For individuals beginning their broking career or transitioning into the profession.
The Associate designation is designed for those who are currently undertaking or have partially completed a broking-related qualification below Diploma level. It is an ideal entry point for those starting in the industry and building their technical capability.
Requirements
- Enrolled in or have partially completed a broking-related qualification (below Diploma level).
- Employed by an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) holder.
- Completion of 25 CPD points annually (view CPD requirements).
For fully qualified brokers actively managing client relationships.
QPIB is the benchmark designation for practising insurance brokers in Australia. It demonstrates both technical competence and professional experience, and is widely recognised as a mark of credibility and trust.
Requirements
- Completed a Diploma of Insurance Broking
- Minimum of four years’ experience working as a broker
- Completion of 25 CPD points annually
(view CPD requirements).
If no longer in a client-facing role, QPIB holders may be eligible for the QIB designation
For experienced professionals demonstrating advanced qualifications and a sustained contribution to the industry.
The Fellow designation is NIBA’s highest recognition, awarded to industry leaders who demonstrate a long-term commitment to professional excellence and development.
Requirements
- Held QPIB for 5+ years
- Completed an Advanced Diploma of Insurance Broking or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Finance, Business, Commerce)
- Completion of 25 CPD points annually (view CPD requirements).
If no longer in a client-facing role, QPIB holders may be eligible for the QIB designation
For senior brokers no longer providing direct client advice.
The QIB designation recognises individuals who have made a long-standing contribution to broking but have stepped away from client-facing roles. It allows experienced professionals to retain formal recognition while contributing through leadership, mentoring, training, or governance.
Requirements
- Held the QPIB designation for a minimum of 10 years
- No longer managing clients
- Actively engaged in the profession in a non-advisory capacity
- Exempt from standard CPD requirements for practising brokers
For non-broker professionals working within a broking or financial services business.
The QFSR designation recognises individuals who support the delivery of general insurance advice and services, but who do not operate as brokers.
Requirements
- Hold a Diploma of Financial Services
- Minimum of four years’ relevant experience in the financial services industry
- Completion of 25 CPD points annually
(view CPD requirements).