A few days ago, I received a newsletter from the Project Management Institute(www.pmi.org), in which I found the usual news items such as forthcoming events, book reviews, seminars, and so on. The International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) was mentioned in the newsletter for the first time this time around. Although the organisation as a whole has existed for some time (I believe it was founded in 2003), the BA certification programme was just recently introduced.
The IIBA’s inaugural certification test was held in Orlando, FL, in November of that year. Personnel competency certifications are conducted in accordance with International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard ISO 17204. Examinees must answer 150 questions in three hours under the supervision of a proctor. Certification as a Certified Business Analysis Professional TM will be awarded to those who pass the exam.
We locate a BABOK (Business Analyst Body of Knowledge at IIBA – plenty of acronyms here;-) similar to PMI’s PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge). This is only a brief overview of the certification process and the organization’s goals. If the test is anything like the PMP (Project Management Professional) exam, you’ll need to be well-prepared. Go here if you’d want to join and support this exciting new profession, or you can find out more about local chapters here. I’d love to hear from anyone who has taken the test or is studying for it; I can only answer questions about the PMP exam if someone is interested.
CBAP
Certification in business analysis is known as the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP). This course is best suited to individuals with considerable business knowledge and years of practical experience. There is a lot of respect for the CBAP Training designation nowadays. Since its inception in 2006, the certification program has garnered a great deal of attention. More than a thousand professionals from more than 30 countries have earned the CBAP credential to-date. Both the increasing demand for CBAP certification among professionals and the certification’s expanding global awareness are reflected in this statistic.
What is a Certified Business Architect (CBAP)?
The IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis) awards the CBAP distinction to those who have passed the CBAP test and earned the designation by Sprintzeal. Certified Business Analysis Professionals (CBAPs) have years of expertise in business analysis and are masters in identifying the business demands of a firm. It’s their job to help businesses find the most effective ways to maximize their profits. The most prevalent and best-suited candidates for the CBAP certification program are business and systems analysts.
Getting your CBAP Certification Has Several Advantages.
- The IIBA has a well-known and respected accreditation.
- Member of a well-respected group of experts
- Knowledge of business analysis concepts and methods
- A well-defined professional path with expertise in the technology sector
- Organizations should assign more responsibility to employees.
- More money is earned through CBAP.
Because of their knowledge and experience in business analysis, companies have begun to employ more CBAP holders in recent years. Non-credentialed business analysts, on the other hand, get paid less. Consequently, a CBAP credential gives you access to better-paying jobs and a more prestigious brand name.
The IIBA-mandated CBAP test must be passed in order to earn the title of Certified Business Analysis Professional. An examination lasting three and a half hours with 150 questions based on the BABOK Guide is required (A Guide to Business Analysis Body of Knowledge). The CBAP test is available in both written and electronic format. However, in order to sit for the CBAP test, you must meet the IIBA’s qualifying requirements.
Is CBAP Right For You?
- A minimum of 7500 hours of job experience in business analysis during the past 10 years.
- BABOK Guide-aligned work experience
- Minimum of 900 hours of study across all six areas of expertise
- Over the previous four years, I’ve accrued 21 hours of continuing education credits
- Two recommendations from a boss, coworker, client, or CBAP recipient.
Now that you’ve read this essay, you’ve got plenty of reasons to join a CBAP. It is possible to learn the basics of CBAP whether you are just getting started, or if you already have some expertise and want to pursue a career in business analysis, CBAP may be a good option for you. With an IIBA CBAP certification, you can take your business analysis abilities and profession to the next level.
