Our commitment to excellence, inspired by global best practices, for yacht brokers operating in English-speaking markets.
“If I have seen further it is by standing on the shoulders of Giants.” – Sir Isaac Newton, 1675
At CPYB International, we believe that true professional advancement comes from a dedication to knowledge and a commitment to rigorous standards. Our journey began with the recognition that while yacht brokerage is a global profession, the pathway to certified excellence needed to be accessible and relevant for practitioners in the United Kingdom and across the Commonwealth.
Inspired by Global Leadership
Our inspiration draws directly from the highly successful and established Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB.net) program in the United States. Since 1999, CPYB.net has been a collaborative effort by leading American yacht brokers associations to define a comprehensive “Body of Knowledge” and develop a demanding certification exam. This initiative significantly raised the bar for professional yacht brokers nationwide, ensuring competence, ethical practice, and enhanced public credibility.
As a point of clarification: CPYB International is an independent educational establishment operating in the UK and internationally. It is not affiliated with CPYB.net in the USA, which remains a distinct national program for U.S. brokers. Our focus is on serving yacht brokers who conduct business in English globally, with specific relevance to the UK and Commonwealth nations.
Our Mission: Setting the Standard in the UK & Commonwealth
Founded by Associated Yacht Brokers (AYB) in 2010, CPYB UK’s mission is to provide an accessible, high-quality professional certification program that mirrors the robust standards set by international leaders. We aim to:
- Define Core Competence: Establish a clear benchmark for the essential knowledge and skills required for professional yacht brokers.
- Promote Ethical Practice: Reinforce the highest ethical standards as fundamental to the profession.
- Enhance Credibility: Elevate the professionalism and public trust in yacht brokers across the UK and Commonwealth.
- Foster Career Development: Offer a clear pathway for brokers at all stages of their careers to gain recognized certification.
A Level Playing Field for All
Unlike some traditional industry approaches, CPYB International believes that true professional certification must be earned through dedicated study and a rigorous examination process. This ensures every certified broker achieves their designation on a level playing field, guaranteeing the genuine value and credibility of their certificate.
Our training is delivered entirely online, in English, making it accessible to aspiring and experienced yacht brokers of all ages and nationalities. While the final examination is open to anyone who has completed the course, CPYB UK Certification requires completion of three years of experience as a Yacht Broker in addition to passing the final exam.
The CPYB UK Pathway to Certification:
Our structured pathway guides you from aspiration to recognition:
- Affiliate Status: Begin your journey as an Affiliate, demonstrating your commitment to study and aspiration for certification.
- Certified Status: Successfully complete the Foundation Course exam to upgrade your status to Certified.
- Graduate Status: Pass the Final Examination to earn the distinguished title of “Graduate Certified Professional Yacht Broker.”
We are committed to continuous development and aim to introduce further recognition for advanced achievements in the future.
CPYB UK is dedicated to leading the way for the yacht brokerage industry in the UK and beyond, championing a future where professionalism is not just recognized but rigorously earned.
