Become a Recognised Business Mentor with ABM
Take your mentoring to the next level with the professional body for business mentors.
ABM supports mentors at every stage of their journey – helping you build your skills, gain recognition, and access new opportunities through a structured, professional pathway.
Through our partnership with Digital Boost, you can join ABM at a discounted rate and start progressing your mentoring practice today.
Before you apply
This is a simple, payment-first process designed to get you started quickly.
Choose the membership tier that best fits your experience and complete your payment to begin your journey with ABM.
Once payment is complete, you’ll be guided to a short application form so we can tailor your membership and ensure you’re placed at the right level.
As soon as your application is approved, you’ll receive your onboarding information along with an activation email – giving you access to your member area, resources, and the wider ABM community. We aim to review and approve all applications within 2 working days.
Important:
Please use the same email address throughout the process so we can match your payment, application, and membership account seamlessly.
To access your exclusive discounted rate, enter the coupon code provided in your Digital Boost email.
DB–ABM membership is only available to applicants who have not held a separate ABM membership within the 12 months prior to applying.
If you’re unsure which option is right for you or need your discount code, contact us:
Choose your membership
DB–ABM Affiliate (Tier One)
£52.50 + VAT per year (25% discount)
Who it is for
Open to Digital Boost mentors who are interested in developing their business mentoring skills. No prior mentoring or significant business experience is required.
Benefits include:
- Access to online resources
- Access to ABM skills-sharing and networking events
- Opportunity to contribute to ABM advocacy for business mentoring
- Access to discounted training and development
- ABM badge and certificate
DB–ABM Member (Tier Two)
£90 + VAT per year (25% discount)
Who it is for
For Digital Boost mentors who are already actively mentoring and want to deepen their expertise and access paid, commercial mentoring opportunities.
Eligibility criteria:
- Have mentored at least three businesses over the last two years (minimum 30 hours per year)
- Have started, run, owned, or played a significant operational role in a business
- Hold Professional Indemnity Insurance
Benefits include:
- Access to online resources
- Access to ABM skills-sharing and networking events
- Access to discounted training
- Opportunity to access commercial mentoring projects facilitated by ABM
- Listing on the ABM “Find a Mentor” directory
- Opportunity to contribute to ABM advocacy
- ABM post-nominal (MABM – DB), badge, and certificate
Training and development
All Digital Boost – ABM members can access discounted professional development opportunities:
- Mentoring for Business Success (90-minute online course) – £47.50 + VAT (50% discount)
- Effective Business Mentoring (6–7 hour ILM-assured in-person course) – £195 + VAT (50% discount)
- 20% discount on all other short courses (including AI for Business Mentors)
- £150 off ILM Level 5 & 7 qualifications
Information on the above courses can be found below.
Mentoring for Business Success (Short Course)
Foundation level | 90 minute online course
This self-paced online course helps new mentors build confidence, structure, and essential skills. You’ll learn how to lead goal-oriented mentoring conversations, apply tools like SWOT and T-GROW, and support mentees’ wellbeing. Includes downloadable resources and a practical Mentor Toolkit.
AI for Business Mentors
Blended Learning | 8–10 Hour Course
AI is reshaping how SMEs work. This 8–10 hour blended course gives mentors the confidence to guide leaders through change. With flexible modules, a live virtual classroom and hands-on AI tools, you’ll learn to assess readiness, manage challenges and support mentees responsibly – without needing to be a tech expert.
Effective Business Mentoring
Foundation level | ILM Assured | One day programme self-paced learning
Developed by the ABM, this ILM -assured course is designed to equip emerging business mentors with ethical, structured and real-world mentoring skills. Effective Business Mentoring is designed for senior professionals/business mentors who want to mentor with confidence and impact. Blending flexible self-paced learning with live guided practice, it equips you with the skills, tools, and credibility to support others’ growth through structured, high-impact mentoring.
ABM Effective Business Coaching and Mentoring Programme - ILM Level 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring
Intermediate level | ILM accredited | 12-18 months
Designed for experienced professionals ready to formalise and elevate their mentoring practice, this course offers expert guidance, structured mentoring practice, and robust professional development.
ABM Executive and Senior Level Business Mentoring - ILM Level 7 Certificate for Executive and Senior Level Coaches and Mentors
Senior level | ILM accredited | 12-18 months
Step into high-impact business mentoring with senior leaders. This advanced qualification develops your strategic insight, critical analysis and organisational influence – preparing you to shape leadership, performance and culture.
Questions?
If you’re unsure which option is right for you or need your discount code, contact us: 📧 membership@theabm.org.
