Fellowship:

ACCD provides a wide range of membership options that are tailored to recognise seasoned practitioners and new applicants alike. The cadres of individual membership are complimented by a corporate option which is reserved for institutions that display an outstanding contribution to the profession of diplomacy. This senior category is open to individuals who can satisfy council with substantial career progression and who can produce evidence of seniority and maturity of experience in commercial diplomacy or any field that involves or promotes the advancement and professional practise of commercial diplomacy. Fellows are persons of outstanding intellectual ability and well established reputation in their profession.

Election

Candidates shall:

• have completed the Level 8 QCD 'Mandatory Qualifying Programme'; 
• be a confirmed Fellow of the Diplomatic Academy;
• be or have been in employment (Senior Executive level) for an aggregate of at least seven years or more; and
• be willing and able to promote, contribute to, and actively support the mission and objectives of the professional body.

Fellows of ACCD safeguard, promote and protect the integrity of the Professional Body (The Association) and the profession of commercial diplomacy.

Benefits:

• Fellowship Certificate and Card  
• Use of the protected letters 
• Continuing professional development and life-long learning 
• Membership of the Permanent Forum on Commercial Diplomacy
• Discounted admission to International Programs and co-sponsored events 
• Up to 30% on all ACCD specialized programmes 

Plus

• Letter of Recommendation, based upon candidate's diligence, integrity and results in the qualifying courses
• Opportunity to become a member of other international professional institutions* 
• Opportunity for election to International Advisory Council
• .........and more

*Only those who have registered for or completed the qualifying courses

Annual Subscription: £275.00

Membership Registration