Accredited Training Center (ATC)

The Accredited Training Center – ATC™ designation from BDA is a global mark of excellence awarded to training institutions that offer high-quality educational and professional programs in business development. This accreditation is based on the international BDABoK® competency and knowledge framework and is granted only to institutions that meet strict standards, including program quality, trainer qualifications, and organizational capacity.

Applicants undergo a comprehensive evaluation using BDA’s official assessment tool, BDAAT, which covers five key pillars: alignment with BDABoK®, organizational capabilities, impact and results, ethics and governance, and continuous improvement. Upon successful completion, the institution receives an official accreditation certificate and the ATC™ badge, which may be displayed on certificates and official materials.

The accredited center is listed in the official BDA directory and gains access to advanced knowledge resources, opportunities for collaboration and partnerships with international entities, and priority participation in BDA events. This accreditation also opens the door to expanding training offerings and gaining global recognition for the center’s professional practices.