EXIN BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis in Addison, TX

Certificate: Upon Completion of Exam

Language: English

Duration: 2 Days

Credits: 16

Course Delivery: Classroom

Refreshments: Snacks, Beverages and Lunch included in a classroom session

Course Overview:

The role of a business analyst (BA) is full of variety and is broad in scope. EXIN BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis covers a range of fundamental knowledge needed for a business analysis role. This includes the roles and competencies required as well as strategic analysis, business system, process modeling, and business case development.

This certification provides a foundation for the range of EXIN BCS Practitioner Certificates in various Business Analysis related specialisms and may be used as the knowledge-based specialist module in the EXIN BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis.

Main Subjects:

The EXIN BCS Business Analysis Foundation certification validates a candidate’s knowledge on:

• What is Business Analysis
• The Competencies of a Business Analyst
• Strategy Analysis
• The Business Analysis Process Model
• Investigation Techniques
• Stakeholder Analysis and Management
• Modelling Business Processes
• Defining the Solution
• Making a Business and Financial Case
• Establishing the Requirements
• Documenting and Managing the Requirements
• Modelling Requirements
• Delivering the Requirements
• Delivering the Business Solution

Key Benefits:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• A solid understanding of business analysis principles and the business change lifecycle.
• Knowledge of the key competencies required to perform effectively as a business analyst.
• Insights into strategic analysis tools like PESTLE, SWOT, and VMOST for internal and external assessment.
• Hands-on familiarity with tools and techniques for stakeholder analysis, requirement gathering, and process modeling.
• Ability to build and evaluate business cases, including feasibility and investment appraisal methods.
• Competence in documenting, validating, and managing requirements using industry-standard practices.
• Preparation for the EXIN BCS Business Analysis Foundation certification exam, supporting further professional progression.

Who is this certification for?

This foundation-level certification is beneficial to IT professionals who require solid background knowledge of business analysis. It is especially relevant to business analysts, project managers, and business or business change managers.

Requirements for Certification:

Successful completion of the EXIN BCS Business Analysis Foundation exam.

Examination Details

• Examination type: Multiple-choice questions
• Number of questions: 40
• Pass mark: 65% (26/40 questions)
• Open book: No
• Notes: No
• Electronic equipment/aides permitted: No
• Exam duration: 60 minutes

The Rules and Regulations for EXIN’s examinations apply to this exam.

Required reading

The knowledge required for the exam is covered in the following literature:

Debra Paul, James Cadle, Malcolm Eva, Craig Rollason, Jonathan Hunsley

Business Analysis

BCS Learning & Development (4th edition, July 2020)

ISBN: 978 1 78017 510 2 (hardcopy)

ISBN: 978 1 78017 512 6 (eBook)

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