IIBA® Certification of Capability in Business Analysis™ (CCBA®) Exam Prep

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IIBA® Certification of Capability in Business Analysis™ (CCBA®) Exam Prep

Instructors: Igor Arkhipov

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

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3 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

3 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Scope the role of a business analyst on a complex project
Plan business analysis activities to support an organizational change project
Select and recommend techniques to support the business analysis activities
Gain 24 IIBA development units for certification or re-certification purposes and be prepared to attempt the the IIBA® CCBA™ exam

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4 assignments

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There are 4 modules in this course

This IIBA®-endorsed course prepares the learners to pass an industry-leading certification for professional business analysts - Certification in Capability in Business Analysis™ (CCBA™) by IIBA®. This certification confirms that the holder is a business analysis practitioner with hands-on industry experience who is ready to take on larger and more complex project responsibilities.

Certification of Capability in Business Analysis™ (IIBA® CCBA™) provides individuals who have 2 to 3 years of business analysis experience with a certificate that recognizes their skills, knowledge, and experience. Delve deeply into the profession of business analysis to gain insight into its pivotal role across various stages of organizational change. Explore six key areas of expertise to develop a thorough understanding of the comprehensive business analysis methodology delineated in the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge. Test your knowledge and skills with sample exam questions designed in alignment with the format of real exams. Additionally, familiarize yourself with a range of BA techniques tailored to support each knowledge area effectively. This holistic approach ensures a well-rounded comprehension of the profession and its practical applications in facilitating organizational success. This exploration is tailored for business analysts with some real-world experience, project managers, product owners, individuals interested in obtaining an IIBA certification, and IIBA-certified professionals seeking professional development units. Seasoned analysts can refine their skills and gain new insights into business analysis's role in organizational change, while project managers can enhance collaboration with analysts and ensure project success. Similarly, product owners can make more informed decisions and align products with business objectives. Aspiring certified professionals can use this resource to prepare for the certification process, and certified professionals can stay updated on industry best practices for career advancement.

Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of business analysis certification, including the specifics of IIBA's perspective on the BA profession. This will enable them to effectively communicate and manage stakeholders' expectations regarding the role of a business analyst. Additionally, they will acquire the skills necessary to scope larger initiatives at an enterprise level, outlining strategic objectives, business requirements, and effectively managing associated risks.

What's included

15 videos3 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts

15 videos Total 112 minutes

Course overview 2 minutes
Business analysis standards and certifications 10 minutes
What is business analysis? 7 minutes
Business analyst career path 9 minutes
Business analysis core concept model 8 minutes
Requirements and design 5 minutes
Business analysis perspectives: Agile Methodology 6 minutes
Business analysis perspectives: Business Intelligence & IT 6 minutes
Business analysis perspectives: Business Architecture & BPM 8 minutes
Introduction to strategy analysis 6 minutes
Current state analysis 9 minutes
Define future state 11 minutes
Risk assessment and management 11 minutes
Define change strategy 6 minutes
Business model canvas 8 minutes

3 readings Total 125 minutes

Welcome to the course 5 minutes
BA resource hub: Essential links and insights 60 minutes
Strategic analysis and business design resources 60 minutes

1 assignment Total 20 minutes

Introduction to business analysis and strategy analysis 20 minutes

2 discussion prompts Total 90 minutes

Unraveling Business Analysis: Understanding its Core Essence 45 minutes
Navigating Corporate Strategies: Case Studies of Risk-Averse and Risk-Taking Organizations 45 minutes

Learners will acquire practical skills in planning and executing elicitation activities, encompassing agenda preparation, facilitating participant roles in workshops, and effectively validating and communicating results. They will also be equipped with diverse modeling techniques for representing requirements and designs, fostering a methodical approach to requirement modeling.

What's included

26 videos3 readings1 assignment3 discussion prompts

26 videos Total 208 minutes

Prepare for elicitation 10 minutes
Written elicitation 6 minutes
Face to face collaboration: Meetings & their types 7 minutes
Face to face collaboration: Interviews, Focus groups, Brainstorm 8 minutes
Confirm elicitation results 5 minutes
Communicate business analysis information 9 minutes
Manage stakeholder collaboration 9 minutes
Specify and model requirements 9 minutes
User stories and scenarios: User stories and maps 7 minutes
User stories and scenarios: Scenarios 10 minutes
Introduction to visual modelling 4 minutes
Business Process Modeling 9 minutes
Business Process Modeling: Best Practices 5 minutes
Wireframing 7 minutes
System modelling 3 minutes
Static models 11 minutes
Dynamic Modeling: Use Case Diagrams and Scope Model 8 minutes
Dynamic Modeling: Activity Diagrams for Business Processes 6 minutes
Dynamic Modeling: State Machine Diagrams in Action 9 minutes
Dynamic Modeling: Sequence Diagram 9 minutes
Verify requirements 9 minutes
Validate requirements 6 minutes
Define requirements architecture 11 minutes
Crafting Effective Design Options 8 minutes
Efficient Requirements Allocation Using Airtable: A Practical Demonstration 10 minutes
Analyze potential value and recommend solution 14 minutes

3 readings Total 180 minutes

Mastering elicitation techniques for effective collaboration 60 minutes
Business process and requirements modeling resources 60 minutes
Enhancing requirements analysis: INVEST principles and beyond 60 minutes

1 assignment Total 20 minutes

Requirements elicitation, modelling and management 20 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 135 minutes

Mastering Elicitation: Effective Interview Tips for Business Analysts 45 minutes
Decoding Business Processes: Exploring Preferred Modelling Notations 45 minutes
Quality Assurance Toolkit: Exploring Checklists for Requirements Verification 45 minutes

Learners will gain the ability to effectively manage changing project requirements while evaluating solution performance, identifying limitations, and conducting root cause analysis. Additionally, they will develop skills in stakeholder analysis and collaborative planning to ensure project success.

What's included

11 videos2 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts

11 videos Total 72 minutes

Mastering Requirements Traceability 8 minutes
Examples on Requirements Traceability 5 minutes
Prioritize requirements 9 minutes
Approve requirements 8 minutes
Assess requirements changes 4 minutes
Maintain requirements 6 minutes
Business analyst role in quality management 9 minutes
Solution performance 6 minutes
Assess solution limitations 6 minutes
Assess enterprise limitations 6 minutes
Recommend actions to increase solution value 5 minutes

2 readings Total 120 minutes

Effective prioritization and requirements management strategies 60 minutes
Quality management and solution evaluation resources 60 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Requirements lifecycle management and solution evaluation 30 minutes

2 discussion prompts Total 90 minutes

Navigating Requirements Maintenance: Understanding the Risks 45 minutes
Synergizing Success: Exploring the Relationship between Business Analysis and Quality Management 45 minutes

Learners will develop the ability to plan the business analysis approach for a project, including analyzing stakeholders and strategizing collaboration.

What's included

9 videos2 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts

9 videos Total 56 minutes

Stakeholder analysis 9 minutes
Personas 5 minutes
Organizational modelling 7 minutes
Plan stakeholder engagement 5 minutes
Business analysis approach 9 minutes
Plan business analysis governance 7 minutes
Plan business analysis information management 4 minutes
Identify business analysis performance improvements 8 minutes
Next steps 2 minutes

2 readings Total 120 minutes

Navigating change management and stakeholder analysis 60 minutes
Exploring agile methodologies and BA governance 60 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Business analysis governance 30 minutes

2 discussion prompts Total 90 minutes

Organizational Models: Choosing Between Regional and Functional Structures 45 minutes
Measuring Success: Key Performance Indicators for Business Analysis 45 minutes

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