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Become a CIBD Member

As a Member of CIBD (MCIBD), you have access to a wealth of support, helping you to take your career in brewing, distilling and allied industries to the next level.

Along with the use of post-nominals MCBID and access to our technical and educational content, CIBD membership is designed to keep you one step ahead with the best-in class technical education, latest industry reports in the BDI magazine and opportunities to meet and learn from some of the most distinguished names in the brewing and distilling industry.

CIBD membership will support you in developing your capabilities to strategise and plan to overcome simple or complex challenge at your work.

Benefits

 

  • Use of MCIBD post-nominals

    As a member of the CIBD, you have the right to use the post-nominal CIBD. The post-nominals represent a commitment to the highest standard of technical knowledge and code of conduct within the industry, and will help you stand out as you progress in your profession. 

  • Brewer & Distiller International Magazine (BDI)

    Delivered to your door, The Brewer & Distiller International magazine is packed with the latest industry news and analysis and provides technical information on key innovations. The magazine will keep you up to date with developments in techniques and management in the world of brewing and distilling. You will also hear about the conferences, seminars and meetings the CIBD organises.

  • The Journal of the Institute of Brewing

    The quarterly Journal of the Institute of Brewing publishes original research from the malting, brewing, distilling and fermentation industries. The JiB receives an astonishing half a million hits a year on the web, which reflects the wealth of scientific papers relating to our industry.

    Universities, research institutes and industrial labs from around the world submit papers, which are reviewed by our International Editorial Board before publication. You can view the Journal online or in print and discover more about brewing, distilling and fermentation techniques, as well as raw materials and by-products.

  • Online Educational Events

    We provide qualifications for brewers, distillers, maltsters and packagers that are internationally recognised. Through your CIBD Associate Membership, you can access our whole range of online events and help you develop your knowledge and expertise.

  • Network and learn from your peers in the industry

    Whether it is a plant visit, a technical meeting or a larger conference or international convention, the CIBD has a wealth of opportunities for members to get together and share knowledge and expertise. You will benefit from special rates and will find that there are events planned that are specific to your region – with great opportunities to network.

  • Scholarships and Awards

    As a member, you can benefit from support with your learning and a range of awards that recognise achievement and innovation. For details of how to apply, please click below.

  • Exclusive Content

    Exclusive content just for our members. Videos, podcasts and more to help with your education and continuing professional development.


Requirements

  • Relevant university degrees and working in brewing or distilling
        • or 
  • hold the Diploma qualification of the CIBD and have at least one year’s experience of working in the industry
        • or
  • hold the Certificate qualification of the CIBD and have at least three years’ experience of working in the industry
        • or 
  • Have five years of relevant experience in the industry.

Conditions

  • You will need to undertake continuing professional development (CPD). Find more here.
  • You will be required to abide by the Institute’s Code of Professional Conduct and undertake to co-operate with the Institute’s disciplinary enquiry if a complaint is laid against you.

Annual membership fee

Associate Membership fee is £150