Participating in a BDA subscription program is a unique opportunity to offer accredited programs, validate your credibility, and scope your business.
Available Partnership Types
The Business Development Association (BDA) offers a range of carefully designed partnership models to suit a variety of stakeholders and practitioners in the business development environment around the world. These models vary in scope and nature of their relationship with the BDA, but they all share a common goal: to expand the impact of the business development profession globally in line with the BDA-BoCK™ framework.
Partnerships represent a means of approved collaboration and reflect formal recognition by the BDA of an entity's ability to support, disseminate, or enable business development concepts through training, knowledge influence, corporate initiatives, or academic collaboration.
Exclusive Certification Provider – ECP™
Select training organizations granted exclusive rights to deliver BDA preparatory programs for official certifications within their assigned country or region.
Professional Development Provider - PDP™
Independent institutions whose training programs align with BDA-BoCK™ and are recognized for professional development hours and recertification eligibility.
Academic Knowledge Partner - AKP™
An honorary partnership for academic institutions contributing to the intellectual development of business development knowledge, with no commercial rights.
Strategic Alliance Partner - SAP™
The highest form of institutional partnership, awarded by invitation to influential public entities like ministries and chambers to support long-term strategic alliances.
1. Application & Review
Complete the Application Form on our website, providing details about your organization and professional experience. Our team will review your application to ensure it meets BDA’s standards, including expertise, qualifications, and training capabilities.
2. Agreement & Training
Once approved, you will sign the official partnership agreement and receive specialized training on BDA standards, teaching methodologies, and certification program management to ensure high-quality program delivery.
3. Accreditation & Launch
After successfully completing the training and qualification process, you will receive an official partnership certificate, allowing you to start delivering BDA programs and enjoy all the partnership benefits.
Why Become a BDA Partner?
As a BDA Partner, you will enjoy exclusive benefits, including:
- Deliver globally recognized BDA programs with official accreditation.
- Access exclusive training materials and the BDA BoCK™ Guide.
- Strengthen your brand by collaborating with a globally recognized institution.
- Marketing and promotional support to help you reach a wider audience.
- Networking opportunities with business leaders and industry experts worldwide.
Partnership Benefits & Ongoing Support
As an official BDA Partner, you will receive:
- Official Accreditation that enhances your professional credibility.
- Exclusive Training Materials & BDA BoCK™ Guide to support your training operations.
- Marketing & Promotional Support, including listing on the official BDA partner directory.
- Dedicated Partnership Manager to help you maximize your collaboration
- Opportunities to participate in BDA events, conferences, and business networks.
