About the CII Advanced Diploma (ACII)
Currently, the Advanced Diploma (ACII) is the highest qualification offered by the CII. This prestigious qualification demonstrates mastery of insurance principles and strategic thinking at the highest professional level.
What Makes ACII Different?
The ACII is very different from Certificates and Diplomas because students are mostly tested on applying their knowledge rather than simply remembering content. Unlike the earlier qualifications where tests focus on recall and comprehension, in ACII, the examiners want to hear your thoughts, opinions, and strategic analysis. This qualification tests your ability to think critically and apply insurance principles to complex, real-world scenarios.
Module Selection Requirements
Five Modules Required
To achieve the ACII, you must complete 5 modules in total. This includes one compulsory advanced module which you must choose from:
- Advanced Claims (820)
- Advanced Insurance Broking (930)
- Advanced Underwriting (960)
Your choice should align with your career path and area of specialisation within the insurance industry.
Advanced Diploma Modules
The ACII qualification includes modules ranging from Level 4 to Level 7, with the higher-level modules demonstrating master's degree equivalent knowledge.
| Module | Module Title | Credits | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core Units | |||
| M92 | Insurance Business and Finance | 25 | 4 |
| 530 | Economics and Business | 30 | 6 |
| M05 | Insurance Law | 25 | 4 |
| 820 | Advanced Claims | 30 | 6 |
| 930 | Advanced Insurance Broking | 30 | 6 |
| 960 | Advanced Underwriting | 30 | 6 |
| Optional Units | |||
| 590 | Principles of Takaful | 30 | 6 |
| 590 (Arabic) | Principles of Takaful – Arabic | 30 | 6 |
| 545 | Marketing Insurance Products and Services | 30 | 6 |
| 990 | Insurance Corporate Management | 30 | 6 |
| 991 | London Market Insurance Specialisation | 50 | 7 |
| 992 | Risk Management in Insurance | 30 | 6 |
| 993 | Advances in Strategic Risk Management in Insurance | 50 | 7 |
| 994 | Insurance Market Specialisation | 50 | 7 |
| 995 | Strategic Underwriting | 30 | 6 |
| 996 | Strategic Claims Management | 30 | 6 |
| 997 | Advanced Risk Financing and Transfer | 30 | 6 |
Credit Requirements
Understanding the 290 Credit Journey
By the time you complete the 5 ACII modules, you will have accumulated 150 credits from your Advanced Diploma studies. If you add the 120 credits from the Certificate and Diploma levels, you will have 270 credits in total.
However, to achieve the ACII qualification, you need a total of 290 credits. The extra 20 credits can come from wherever you like, so long as you have accumulated 205 credits at Diploma level and Advanced Diploma level.
Credit Breakdown Summary
- Certificate Level: 40 credits
- Diploma Level: 80 credits (120 total)
- Advanced Diploma: 150 credits (270 total)
- Additional Credits Needed: 20 credits
- Total Required: 290 credits
Note: Of the 290 credits, at least 205 must be at Diploma level (Level 4) or above.
Professional Recognition & Career Benefits
Achieving the ACII qualification is the pinnacle of CII professional development and opens doors to senior leadership positions.
Chartered Status
ACII holders are eligible for Chartered Insurance Practitioner status, using the prestigious ACII designation. This demonstrates the highest level of professional competence and ethical standards in the industry.
Senior Leadership Roles
The qualification is recognised globally as evidence of strategic thinking, technical expertise, and leadership capability, opening pathways to board-level and C-suite positions.
International Recognition
The ACII is recognised worldwide as the gold standard in insurance qualifications, enhancing your credibility and career mobility across international markets.
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