* A rigorous two-year program of study
* Offered by schools around the world
* Includes six subjects: three at higher level (HL) and three at standard level (SL)
* HL subjects are typically taken in the first year and SL subjects in the second year
* Students must also complete a core curriculum that includes Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
* Successful completion of the diploma leads to the IB Diploma, a qualification that is recognized by universities around the world
IB Certificate
* A one-year program of study
* Offered by some schools around the world
* Includes three subjects, all of which are taken at HL
* Students must also complete a core curriculum that includes TOK and EE
* Successful completion of the certificate leads to the IB Certificate, a qualification that is not as widely recognized as the IB Diploma, but can be used for entry to some universities