Gain even more recognition with Certified by Informa
What is Certified by Informa?
In 2024, Informa Connect Academy launched an Assessment Council to benchmark its programmes against Informa’s highest standards of learning, design, delivery, and impact.
The Council provides independent validation to ensure the quality and credibility of our professional training. Once approved, programmes are Certified by Informa.
Why Choose Certified By Informa Programmes?
When you choose a Certified By Informa programme, you’re not just investing in knowledge, you’re gaining a trusted credential that equips you to thrive in today’s fast-paced, competitive world.
Certified by Informa programmes are built with the learner in mind and set to Informa Standards. Our Assessment Council ensures that every course you take is:
Expertly Designed for Clear Outcomes
This process ensures that learning materials and activities are thoughtfully structured to maximise engagement and intellectual challenge, ensuring they align with your goals and empower you to achieve clear, measurable outcomes
Validated for Real-World Impact
Each programme is independently assessed to ensure it equips you with practical skills and knowledge that can be immediately applied, enhancing your performance and impact in the workplace
About the Assessment Council
The council comprises external experts with a track record of excellence in learning design, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement. Leveraging their expertise, they assess both existing and new programmes, providing recommendations for enhancements that optimise the training experience and improve learner retention.
Assessment Council’s approved programmes provide certificates designed to meet high standards of accreditation. These programmes undergo rigorous evaluation to ensure alignment with workforce needs and deliver practical skills that can be immediately applied in professional settings.
Led by expert instructors, participants gain valuable insights from industry leaders while benefiting from flexible delivery methods, including in-person and live digital sessions. These programmes are ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise, gain globally recognised credentials, and advance their careers effectively
Confidence Through a Proven Process
Certified by Informa Programmes are evaluated against both formal and informal learning benchmarks, offering high-level guidance on effective learning design and evaluation. This ensures:
- Consistency with international standards
- Rigorous validation of learning outcomes
- Credible programmes tailored to today’s workforce demands
Through these processes, the Assessment council provides learners and organisations with the assurance that every accredited programme is a mark of quality, relevance, and professional impact.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the relationship between Informa Connect Academy and Certified By Informa
expand_moreInforma Connect Academy, the professional training division of Informa PLC, provides market-leading training worldwide. Certified By Informa was developed in response to demand for a trusted, independent credential that validates the quality and impact of professional training programmes.
Are Certified By Informa courses aligned with global standards?
expand_moreYes, Certified By Informa is based on Informa Standards created by independent experts with expertise in internationally recognised standards for Quality Assurance and Learning and Development. The Informa Standards are framework to evaluate and validate short-form, practical learning programmes, ensuring their relevance and measurable outcomes. These standards provide guidance on structuring both formal and informal learning to align best practices in design, delivery, evaluation and continuous learning.
Who can apply for Certified By Informa accreditation?
expand_moreAny organisation offering public or in-house training can apply for Certified By Informa accreditation. Programmes must meet rigorous evaluation criteria, including alignment with the Informa standards of best practices in learning design and delivery.
How does the Certified By Informa validation process work?
expand_moreThe Certified by Informa validation process ensures programmes meet the highest standards of learning quality and relevance. It involves:
- Independent assessment by expert evaluators, review programme content against Informa Standards, focusing on relevance, design, and applicability
- Assessments confirm that learning outcomes are achievable and aligned with industry demands
- Successful programmes receive an Certified By Informa approval, valid for three years
What are the benefits of Certified By Informa?
expand_moreFor Learners
- Confidence in Quality
- Gain assurance that your programme has been validated against internationally recognised standards for learning design and delivery
- Aligned with Workforce Demands
- Develop skills and knowledge that are relevant to current industry trends and professional requirements
- Career Enhancement
- Earn credentials that demonstrate your commitment to life-long learning
For Organisations
- Validated Excellence
- Showcase your training programmes as meeting rigorous global standards, enhancing your organisation as an employer of choice
- Workforce Alignment
- Equip your team with skills tailored to real-world challenges, ensuring measurable improvements in performance
- Reputation Building
- Be recognised as a leader in providing high-quality professional development
How long does the accreditation process take?
expand_moreThe duration of the process varies depending on the complexity of the programme and the responsiveness of the applicant. On average, accreditation takes between 4-8 weeks from submission to final approval.
What types of courses can be accredited?
expand_moreCertified by Informa accredits short-form training programmes across a variety of business fields, including leadership, finance, human resources, and strategy. Courses must demonstrate alignment with the Assessment Council's standards for quality, relevance, and measurable outcomes.