Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (Coursera)

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.

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

Syllabus

Introduction To Business Analysis And Strategy Analysis
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.

Requirements Elicitation, Modelling And Management
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.

Requirements Lifecycle Management And Solution Evaluation
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.

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