Certified Trade Broker Program (CTB)

Professionals who earn Certified Trade Broker (CTB) status
have demonstrated a level of competence and knowledge
through their years of industry experience and satisfactory
performance on a certifying exam.

Certified Trade Brokers are recognized as having a solid background
in accounting, trade dollar economics, ethics, trading, and barter
marketing techniques.

In addition to the enhanced credibility that CTB status confers on
designees, certified trade brokers earn internationally-recognized
credentials, the potential for career advancement, recognition at
industry events, as well as the satisfaction of completing a
comprehensive certification process.

Exchange employees are eligible to apply for CTB testing if they have
a bachelor’s degree or two years experience working for a trade
organization. Before taking the exam, brokers may attend a three-hour
CTB training course to prepare, which is held annually at the IRTA
Barter Congress conference prior to the exam. Retesting is permitted
if CTB status is not earned on the first attempt. In some instances, the
CTB test will be administered at other venues and conferences.

The cost to take the exam is $100 for IRTA members and $200 for
non-members.