The broad categories of qualifying activities are:
CIOBS Events and Courses
Post Qualification Studies
Short Courses
Management Development
Imparting Knowledge
Conferences and Exhibition
Committee Work
Self-directed and Informal Learning
It is possible to complete CPD by any one or a combination of categories 1, 2, 3 and 4. The total amount of hours claimed under categories 5, 6, 7 and 8 cannot exceed 28 hours.