Studying for the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (IIBA-ECBA)

Course details

This course covers the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ ECBA™ certification from the International Institute of Business Analysis™ (IIBA®), and explains why obtaining this valuable validation can be the stepping stone for you to get into a business analysis career or move your career into the right direction. Get an introduction to the certification and what it can do to advance a career utilizing quality business analysis work. The course tells you what—and how—to study, along with ways to approach the certification examination. Check out this course to explore how you can level up your analysis skills and advance your career with a business analysis certification.

Learning objectives
Identify the ECBA™ certification requirements.
Define the ECBA certification process.
Understand the ECBA certification value.
Define the business analysis profession.
Introduce the professional association of business analysis (IIBA®).
Create a study plan to successfully prepare for the ECBA examination.
Explore tips for preparing for and taking the ECBA examination.
Define how to use the ECBA certification to propel your career.

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Introduction to the ECBA
02 - The power of certifications

1. Certification Process Overview

03 - ECBA certification process
04 - Introduction to the BABOK Guide and the BA Standard
05 - Defining your learning approach

2. Studying Process

06 - The ECBA content and competencies
07 - Understanding the foundational domains of business analysis
08 - Applying the BACCM to real-world business analysis

3. Examination Process

09 - Preparing for the ECBA examination
10 - Taking (and passing) the ECBA examination

4. After the ECBA

11 - Using the ECBA for your career
12 - Introduction to the CBAP and CCBA certifications
13 - Considering advanced business analysis certifications

Conclusion

14 - ECBA as the stepping stone to your career