As a business analyst, you are the link between the business and its customers. This certification training course explores tools and techniques for maximizing the value delivered to your customer, and covers fundamental aspects of business analysis, as outlined by The Chartered Institute for IT, to prepare for the BCS Foundation Exam — a first step toward the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis.
Included with the training material is the following book: Paul, Debra, et al. Business Analysis, Third Edition. BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, 2014. ISBN 9781780172774.
included in course price
one hour, closed book
multiple choice
pass mark is 65% (26 out of 40)
International Diploma in Business Analysis
The BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, offers this internationally recognized certification, enabling you to take your skills around the world. The four modules required to apply for this certification include one foundation level course, and three practitioner level courses:
BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis
BCS Certificate in Business Analysis Practice Training
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The International Diploma requires a 50 minute oral examination with two examiners. The questions will require you to apply your business analysis knowledge and understanding to scenarios described by the oral examiners. For additional information see: https://www2.bcs.org/certifications/ba/international-diploma-in-business-analysis
Upon passing your exam, BCS will contact you to activate your membership. Once activated you will be a BCS Associate Member and will have access to the wealth of benefits and support to help you in your career.
BCS Associate membership provides exclusive access to resources, content and opportunities that will enrich your career.
Note: This offer is only available once to each exam candidate. Exam candidates who have previously benefited from free Associate Membership will not be eligible for this offer again even if you have taken another qualifying BCS exam.
BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis Delivery Methods
Develop Your Skills to Support Successful Business Change
Gain an Internationally-Recognised Certification
True Practical Application of Learning Objectives through Activities
BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis Course Benefits
Prepare for and pass the BCS Foundation ExamAnalyze development of a business strategyPerform business system modelingIdentify costs, benefits, impacts, and risks for change in a business case
Business Analysis Foundation Course Outline
The Business Change Life Cycle
The role of the Business Analyst in the business change life cycle
Producing the business case
Other roles in the business change life cycle
The framework for business analysis activities
Relating business analysis to strategic analysis, definition, and IT systems analysis
The holistic approach to business analysis
Understanding the Strategic Context
Project Discipline for Business Analysis Studies
Understanding the Business Situation
Analyzing Stakeholder Perspectives
Analyzing and Modeling Business Activities
Identifying Potential Solutions
Making the Business Case