IB past and future timeline

  • IB name introduced

    Recommendation of the International Passport to Higher Education be changed to the International Baccalaureate
  • TOK introduction

    Theory of Knowledge introduction.
  • Foundation of IB organisation

    International Baccalaureate organisation registered in Geneva.
  • CAS introduction

    Creativity, Activity, Service component of DP programme introduced.
  • EE introduction

    Extended essay component introduction
  • IB mission statement

    International Baccalaureate mission statement formally ratified.
  • IB school sign up milestone

    1000 International Baccalaureate Schools registered.
  • CP programme

    Career-related programme introduced in International Baccalaureate
  • IB student numbers

    1,250,000 International Baccalaureate students worldwide
  • Online platform upgrade

    Using the recent pandemic as a push, International Baccalaureate introduces an online platform to expand those wishing to follow IB model (i.e. home schooled students, long distance learners). Additionally movement to more online assessments rather than exam room based.
  • Mentorship Programme

    The success of IB means there is an untapped wealth of experienced and successful ex-students who are asked to provide mentorship to current DP students. They are either ex-students that can provide mentorship within their local area in IB schools, or using the new IB online platform so more students can take part in this endeavour.
  • Computer programming

    The rise of automation in everyday life risks students future occupational opportunities. In order to mitigate this risk, a compulsory computer programming unit requirement is introduced in IB.