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.

CTB Testing

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 US$100 for IRTA members and US$200 for non-members.

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