Whether you are using ManageBac+ for the first time or need a refresher, this guide brings together the key resources to help you navigate the platform, manage your coursework, and make the most of the tools available to MYP students.

Use the sections below to learn about signing in, navigating the platform, completing daily tasks, and finding additional support whenever you need it.

Overview

As an MYP student, ManageBac+ gives you access to your classes, year group, and any activity or service groups you belong to. Depending on your school's configuration, you can:

• Access your classes and review unit overviews.
• Submit coursework and assessment tasks.
• Participate in class discussions.
• View shared files and calendars.
• Track deadlines and upcoming activities.
• Access programme-specific worksheets and portfolios.

Getting Started

Accessing your account

Create a strong password or passphrase that is both secure and memorable. Avoid saving your password on shared or public devices to help protect your account.

• Accessing your ManageBac+ account and resolving login issues
• Creating a strong passphrase
• Using the ManageBac+ mobile app on iOS or Android

Navigating ManageBac+

Your Dashboard is your main landing page and displays personalised information based on your year group, classes and activity groups. It also provides a calendar and a summary of upcoming deadlines.

You can also use the global search bar and Quick Add menu to quickly access features from anywhere within ManageBac+. On supported mobile devices, coursework can also be scanned and submitted directly through the app.

• Dashboard
  • Navigating ManageBac+
  • Customising your My Workspace dashboard
  • Messaging your advisor
  • Viewing your Year Group, Calendar, Discussions and Files
• Managing your profile
  • Updating your personal details and notification preferences
  • Managing your calendars

Daily Use

ManageBac+ supports your everyday learning by giving you access to coursework, programme worksheets, portfolios and communication tools.

MYP Service and Project-based Learning

• Service as Action
• Personal and Community Projects

Classes and assessment tasks

• Accessing your classes
• Accessing online lessons and Study Mode
• Viewing task deadlines and submitting coursework

Portfolio and academic progress

• Uploading and organising your portfolio
• Tracking your academic progress

Help and Support

If you need assistance with school-specific information, such as class enrolment, email address changes, assignment requirements or deadlines, please contact your teachers or advisors directly.

When signed in to ManageBac+, you can also find your school's key contacts in the right-hand panel.

Additional learning resources

• Student Induction: How to Navigate ManageBac+ (webinar recording)
• How to Stay on Top of Deadlines and Build Your Portfolio (webinar recording)

Tips & Best Practices

• Visit your Dashboard regularly to keep track of upcoming deadlines.
• Keep your contact information and notification preferences up to date.
• Use a strong, unique password to protect your account.
• Check your classes, discussions and files frequently so you do not miss important updates.

In Summary

• ManageBac+ provides access to your classes, coursework, calendars and programme resources.
• Your Dashboard keeps you informed about upcoming deadlines and school activities.
• Additional Help Centre articles and webinar recordings are available to help you get the most from ManageBac+.

ManageBac+ brings together everything you need to stay organised, manage your coursework and engage with your learning throughout the IB Middle Years Programme.