Understanding IVS: The Foundations of Global Valuation Practice
An online introductory course developed by the International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC), designed to provide structured orientation to the International Valuation Standards (IVS).
This interactive course provides a comprehensive introduction to the International Valuation Standards (IVS) — explaining how the standards are structured, how they are developed, and how they are applied in practice across all asset and liability classes. Designed for those who prepare, review, use, or rely on valuations, the course offers a practical grounding in the key principles, requirements, and professional judgements that underpin consistent, transparent, and credible valuation outcomes. Participants will engage with expert insights from leading valuation practitioners and standard setters from around the world, gaining both technical understanding and real-world perspective. On completion, learners will have a solid foundation in the latest edition of IVS and receive a certificate of completion recognising their achievement.
Register Now →Disclaimer: Completion of this training provides an orientation to the International Valuation Standards. It does not teach valuation techniques, qualify the participant as a valuer, or confer any IVSC accreditation or designation. The course does not replace the IVS text itself, which remains the authoritative and definitive source. Participants are expected to refer directly to the published IVS when undertaking valuations, preparing reports, or making professional judgements in practice.
Why This Course Matters
The International Valuation Standards provide the global framework for valuation practice. For professionals who prepare, review or rely on valuation reports, understanding IVS is essential. This course offers practical guidance to help participants understand and apply IVS, strengthening competence, consistency, and confidence in valuation practice. This Course offers:
Overview
A structured introduction to the purpose and architecture of IVS.
Concepts
Clear explanations of core concepts and terminology.
Framework
Practical orientation to how IVS operates as a global standards framework.
Standards
A consistent reference point aligned directly with the standards issued by IVSC.
Who Should Take This Course
This Course is suitable for individuals who wish to build foundational understanding of IVS, including:
- Valuation professionals
- Financial reporting professionals
- Audit professionals
- Regulators and supervisory authorities
- Students entering the valuation field
- Users of valuation reports
The Course is delivered online and accessible globally.
What You Will Learn
By completing the Course, participants will:
- Understand the objectives and structure of the latest International Valuation Standards
- Recognise how IVS supports consistency and transparency in valuation
- Become familiar with key IVS terminology and concepts
- Develop informed awareness of how IVS is applied in practice
This Course provides orientation to the standards framework. Participants remain responsible for applying professional judgement within their own regulatory and professional context. Completion usually takes around six to eight hours, and VPOs or professional bodies may refer to this duration when considering CPD recognition.
Course Fees
Participants may register individually or as a group — group enrolments automatically qualify for reduced rates in a single transaction. All fees are inclusive of VAT.
- 16 self-paced modules covering every IVS chapter
- Certificate of completion, verifiable online
- Approximately 6–8 hours
- 3–5 persons
£150£125 - 6–10 persons
£150£110 - 11–20 persons
£150£100 - 21+ persons
£150£90
Group discounts apply automatically. The purchaser becomes a Group Leader with a dashboard to assign and manage seats.
Register Now →Enrolment via IVSC Member Organisation
Participants enrolling through an IVSC member organisation – including Valuation Professional Organisations, Academic Institutions, or Institutional Organisations – will first need to obtain the unique affiliate link from their VPO or organisation. This link will apply an automatic discount to the course fee.
If you believe you may be eligible for affiliate pricing, please check directly with your VPO or an authorised Affiliate Partner before completing your registration.
IVSC member organisations interested in becoming a course affiliate may contact IVSC to discuss participation requirements.
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The International Valuation Standards provide the foundation for consistent and transparent valuations worldwide. Through this course, participants will gain practical insight into the latest standards, guided by the board members who develop them, enabling stronger professional practice and greater confidence in valuation outcomes.
