CCBA Certification Training

The CCBA® training program is designed to ensure that you pass the Certification of Competency in Business Analysis exam on your first attempt. CCBA® is a globally recognized credential offered by IIBA to professionals who pass the CCBA® exam. Based on the BABOK® Guide Version 3, the certification course is a formal recognition of a business analysis practitioner’s expertise. A certification in CCBA® will attest to your expertise and knowledge in the practices and principles of business analysis.

Prepares You For...

Certification

• Certification of Competency in Business Analysis (CCBA®)

The CCBA® certification training is ideal for Business Analysts or professionals aspiring to be a Business Analyst who are keen on taking their skills and expertise to a new level in order to be able to provide optimal solutions for business development.

What You'll Learn.. 

In this program you will learn skills in system development and how to evolve as a business.

Upon completion of this program you will:

• Acquire the knowledge and skills required to pass the CCBA® certification exam.
• Understand Business Analysis Key Concept and Business Analysis Core Concept Model.
• Have advanced Knowledge of identifying, defining, assessing and completing various elements of business analysis tasks.
• Be able to perform 30 business analysis tasks in 6 knowledge areas.
• Understand 50 business analysis tools and techniques.

CCBA® is a globally recognized credential offered by IIBA to professionals who pass the CCBA® exam. Based on the BABOK® Guide Version 3, the certification program is a formal recognition of a business analysis practitioner’s expertise. A certification in CCBA® will attest to your expertise and knowledge in the practices and principles of business analysis.

The CCBA® certification training is ideal for business analysts or professionals aspiring to be business analysts who are keen on taking their skills and expertise to a new level in order to be able to provide optimal solutions for business development.

The certification exam is not included in the cost of the program. For more information on the exam please click here.

This program is entirely online and is completed at your own pace. When you register, you receive six (6) months to complete this program.

I.   Introduction to CCBA certification

A.  What IIBA is

B.  Benefits of IIBA Professional Certification

C.  Eligibility for CCBA certification

D.  The exam application Process

E.   The exam outline

F.   CCBA exam blueprint

G.  Recertification

II.   Introduction to BABOK V3

A.  What is business analysis?

B.  What does a business analyst do?

C.  Business Analysis Core Concept Model the Knowledge Areas defined in BABOK Version 3

D.  What are the underlying competencies of a business analyst?

E.   The techniques and perspectives in business analysis

III.  Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring

A.  How to plan Business Analysis Approach

B.  How to plan Stakeholder Engagement

C.  How to plan Business Analysis Information Management and Governance

D.  How to identify Business Analysis Performance Improvements

E.   Understand tools and techniques used in Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring

IV.   Elicitation and Collaboration

A.  Prepare and conduct an elicitation

B.  Confirm the results of elicitation

C.  Communicate the business analysis information

D.  Manage stakeholder collaboration

V.    Requirements Life Cycle Management

A.  Trace requirements

B.  Maintain requirements

C.  Prioritize requirements

D.  Assess changes to the requirements

E.   Approve the requirements

VI.   Strategy Analysis

A.  Analyze the Current State

B.  Define the Future State

C.  Assess Risks

D.  Define the Change Strategy

VII.  Requirements Analysis and Design Definition

A.  Specify and Model Requirements

B.  Verify Requirements

C.  Validate Requirements

D.  Define Requirements Architecture

E.   Define Design Options

F.   Analyze Potential Value and Recommend Solution

VIII.  Solution Evaluation

A.  Measure Solution Performance

B.  Analyze Performance Measures

C.  Assess the limitations of the solution

D.  Assess the limitations of an enterprise

E.   Recommend Actions to Increase Solution Value

This program can be taken from either a Mac or a PC. It is compatible with the Windows XP, MAC OS X 10.4 or later operating systems, Firefox, Chrome, or IE 7 and later browsers. There are no specific computer requirements other than 512MB of RAM (we recommend 1GB or more), an Internet connection and e-mail account.

For this course a learner must be able to read and understand business English. Familiarity with business terms and concepts would be helpful but not necessary. If formal certification with IIBA is a goal, then the following requirements will need to be met in advance of sitting for the exam. This course satisfies the Professional Development requirement.

CCBA Certification:

●      A minimum of 3,750 hours of business analysis work experience aligned with the BABOK® Guide in the last seven years of which a minimum of 900 hours in two of the six knowledge areas or 500 hours in four of the six knowledge areas

●      A minimum of 21 hours of Professional Development in the past four years (This course satisfies that requirement.)

●      Two references from a career manager, client, or CBAP® recipient

1.    Can I register for programs if I am an international student?
Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school.  Most schools offer telephone or online registration.

2.    How long does it take to complete a program?
All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace.  When you register, you’ll receive six (6) months to complete the program.

3.    What if I don't have enough time to complete my program within the time frame provided?
The time allotted to complete your program has been calculated based on the number of hours for each program, so don't worry too much about not completing in time. If, after a concerted effort, you are still unable to complete, your Student Advisor will help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that a fee may be charged for an extension.

4.    Do I have to buy additional materials?
No

5.    Can I get financial assistance?
ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid.  In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses.  Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements.

6.    What happens when I complete the program?
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.

7.    Am I guaranteed a job?
ed2go programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases.  We don’t provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job.  Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program.  Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

8.    Who will be my instructor?
Each student is paired with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction.  The facilitator will be available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance.  All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach.

9.    What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements?
In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet.  You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer.  You don’t have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time.  We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is the best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer.

10.  Can I use a Mac?
Yes

11.  How can I get more information about this program?
If you have questions that are not answered on our website, please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button above).  If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please feel free to send us a question using the “Contact Us” form to the right.  You may also call us at 1-877-221-5151.  We will answer your questions promptly.

12.  When can I start the program?
Our programs are all open enrollment.  You can register and start the program as soon as you are ready.

Please note:  Once the program curriculum is accessed online or through submission of a material shipment confirmation, refunds cannot be issued.

13.  Does this program prepare for a certification?
Yes, the program will prepare you for the Certification of Competency in Business Analysis (CCBA®). CCBA® is a globally recognized credential offered by IIBA to professionals who pass the CCBA® exam. The exam fee is not included in the cost of this program.

14.  What is the CCBA certification?
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®) provides Certified Business Analysis Professional (CCBA®) to the candidates who have successfully completed the examination based on the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK® Guide Version 3).

15.  What is the CCBA certification?

It’s a two-step process.

   1. You need to submit your application with the application fee (non-refundable). You need to pass the initial  screening process for the CCBA® exams.

   2. Once the IIBA® assesses your qualifications for the exam, you should schedule a date for the exam with the  official testing agency. You will receive an email with the instructions once your reservation is approved. Please click here for the complete process.

Exam fee structure:

   1. The application fee is $125 USD and is not refundable (i.e. regardless of whether your application is approved or declined).

   2. The exam fee is $325 USD for IIBA members and $450 USD for non-members.