Certified Entry Certificate in Business Analysis ECBA
Overview:
Introduction:
This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.
The ECBA™ certification is a foundational credential that validates the essential knowledge and competencies needed for effective business analysis. It is designed for individuals starting their career in business analysis, providing them with a solid understanding of core concepts, terminology, and practices. This training program equips participants with the skills and knowledge required to meet industry standards and prepare effectively for the ECBA™ certification exam.
Program Objectives:
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
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Explore the fundamental principles and practices of business analysis.
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Master key business analysis techniques and tools.
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Analyze stakeholder needs to ensure effective requirement gathering.
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Align business analysis practices with organizational goals.
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Prepare for the ECBA™ certification exam.
Targeted Audience:
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Aspiring business analysts.
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Professionals transitioning into a business analysis role.
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Entry-level business analysis practitioners.
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Professionals interested in pursuing the ECBA™ certification.
Program Outline:
Unit 1:
Introduction to Business Analysis:
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Overview of business analysis and its importance.
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Key roles and responsibilities of a business analyst.
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Introduction to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK® Guide).
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Understanding the business analysis framework.
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Identifying the competencies required for business analysis.
Unit 2:
Planning and Monitoring Business Analysis Activities:
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Developing a business analysis plan.
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Identifying and engaging stakeholders.
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Techniques for managing stakeholder collaboration.
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Monitoring and evaluating business analysis performance.
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Managing changes in requirements and priorities.
Unit 3:
Requirements Elicitation and Analysis:
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Understanding the elicitation process and its techniques.
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Gathering, documenting, and validating requirements.
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Prioritizing requirements to align with business goals.
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Techniques for analyzing and modeling requirements.
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Effective communication of requirements to stakeholders.
Unit 4:
Solution Assessment and Validation:
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Defining solution assessment and its objectives.
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Evaluating and recommending solution options.
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Validating solutions to ensure they meet business needs.
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Identifying and addressing gaps in solutions.
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Techniques for assessing solution performance.
Unit 5:
ECBA™ Exam Preparation:
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Overview of the ECBA™ exam structure and format.
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Key topics and concepts from the BABOK® Guide.
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Reviewing key topics and concepts covered in the exam.
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Sample exam questions and their potential answers.
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Resources and materials for further study.