CBAP® / CCBA™ Exam Preparation Workshop

CBAP® / CCBA™ Exam Preparation Workshop

Workshop Overview

Business Analysis is experiencing unprecedented growth and recognition as a profession. A consequence of this growth is increased reliance upon Business Analysis to deliver effective projects, and the need to professionally recognise genuine Business Analysis skills and abilities. As companies increasingly adopt Business Analysis frameworks and practices into their businesses, the demand for knowledgeable practitioners increases globally.

The International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®) sponsors a business analysis certification program. The purpose and goal of this certification program is the development, maintenance, evaluation, promotion and administration of a rigorous, examination-based, professional certification of the highest calibre – the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP®) and the Certification of Competency in Business Analysis™ (CCBA™) credentials.

Workshop Objectives

The objective of this workshop is to prepare experienced Business Analysts for the task of passing the CCBA™ or CBAP® certification exam, with minimum disruption to current work duties. A key benefit of this combined offering includes the sharing and debating of a wide range of participant views and perspectives – a critical factor for success in both the CCBA™ and CBAP® exams.

The course focuses on creating the appropriate mindset required to understand and deal with the situations presented within exam questions, as well as how to critically analyse the practices, tools and techniques required (and expected) of empowered Business Analysts in the global market place.

Candidates at a CCBA™ or CBAP® level are encouraged to approach their exams in a similar fashion and prepare strategies for successful attainment of their desired credential.

Who Should Attend

This workshop is designed for:

• Individuals wishing to newly enter the Business Analysis domain.
• Business Analysts wishing to build on their skills and/or to revisit fundamental Business Analysis principles.
• Project Managers, Project Sponsors or others who wish to broaden their understanding of the Business Analysis end-to-end process (to understand and/or mentor Business Analysts).
• Technical specialists moving into a Business Analysis role.

Examination and CCBA™ or CBAP® Certification

To earn the CCBA™ credential, you must meet the criteria as determined by the IIBA® as per their official assessment process. The criteria include:

• Minimum 3750 hours of BA work experience aligned with the BABOK® Guide over the last seven years.
• Minimum 900 hours in two of the six Knowledge Areas, or 500 hours in four of the six knowledge areas.
• Minimum 21 hours of Professional Development in the past four years.
• Two references from a career manager, client or CBAP® recipient.
• Signed CCBA™ Code of Conduct.

To earn the CBAP® credential, you must meet the criteria as determined by the IIBA® per their official assessment process. The criteria include:

• Minimum 7500 hours of BA work experience aligned with the BABOK® Guide over the last 10 years.
• Minimum 900 hours in four of the six Knowledge Areas.
• Minimum 21 hours of Professional Development in the past four years.
• Two references from a career manager, client or CBAP® recipient.
• Signed  CCBA™ Code of Conduct.

Course Content

Introduction and Overview

• The IIBA®
• The BABOK®
• The CCBA™ certification
• The CBAP® certification
• The application and certification processes
• Important downloads
• CCBA™ and CBAP® exam overview
• Future directions

Techniques

• The 34 Techniques addressed in the BABOK®

Business Analysis Planning & Monitoring

• Summary
• Definition
• Plan Business Analysis Approach
• Conduct Stakeholder Analysis
• Plan Business Analysis Activities
• Plan Business Analysis Communication
• Plan Requirements Management Process
• Manage Business Analysis Performance
• Practice Exam Questions

Elicitation

• Summary
• Definition
• Prepare for Elicitation
• Conduct Elicitation Activity
• Document Elicitation Results
• Confirm Elicitation Results
• Practice Exam Questions

Requirements Management & Communication

• Summary
• Definition
• Manage Solution Scope & Requirements
• Manage Requirements Traceability
• Maintain Requirements for Re-use
• Prepare Requirements Package
• Communicate Requirements
• Practice Exam Questions

Enterprise Analysis

• Summary
• Definition
• Define Business Need
• Assess Capability Gaps
• Determine Solution Approach
• Define Solution Scope
• Define Business Case
• Practice Exam Questions

Requirements Analysis

• Summary
• Definition
• Prioritise Requirements
• Organise Requirements
• Specify and Model Requirements
• Determine Assumptions and Constraints
• Verify Requirements
• Validate Requirements
• Practice Exam Questions

Solution Assessment & Validation

• Summary
• Definition
• Assess Proposed Solution
• Allocate Requirements
• Assess Organisational Readiness
• Define Transition Requirements
• Validate Solution
• Evaluate Solution Performance
• Practice Exam Questions

Underlying Competencies

• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Behavioural Characteristics
• Business Knowledge
• Communication Skills
• Interaction Skills
• Software Applications