IIBA-ECBA.AQ1
Entry Certificate in Business Analysis
Join the IIBA ECBA training course and take your first step towards becoming a successful Data Analyst.
- 9 Interactive Lessons and 90 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 207 Practice Test Questions
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9Interactive Lessons
90Topics
207Practice Test Questions
202Flashcards
202Glossary of terms
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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Entry Certificate in Business Analysis is a comprehensive preparatory course that helps you to pass the IIBA ECBA certification exam. The course content is totally aligned with the exam objectives and provides a solid foundation in the core concepts and methodologies of business analysis. You’ll be exploring the Business Analysis Core Concept Model™ and its key components like requirements classification, stakeholders, and the relationship between requirements and designs. By the end of this ‘Certificate Business Analysis’ course, you’ll develop core skills like analytical thinking, problem-solving, business knowledge, communication, and understanding of tools and technology.
- Understanding of the Business Analysis Core Concept Model
- Expertise in Requirements Elicitation and Analysis - gathering, analyzing, and documenting requirements
- Manage the entire lifecycle of requirements, including tracing, prioritizing, and assessing changes
- Use modeling techniques, such as use cases, data flow diagrams, and sequence diagrams, to represent requirements visually
- Ability to analyze and improve business processes using techniques like process mapping and workflow analysis
- Managing stakeholders throughout the business analysis process
- Develop and implement effective business analysis plans and governance frameworks
- Analytical skills to identify problems, gather information, and find solutions
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Target Career Roles
- Business Data Analyst
02 / Lessons & labs
See exactly what you will learn and practice
Lessons
9 Interactive Lessons · 90 topics01 Preface 2 topics +
- About IIBA®
- IIBA Certifications
02 Introduction 2 topics +
- What is Business Analysis?
- Who is a Business Analyst?
03 Business Analysis Key Concepts 5 topics +
- The Business Analysis Core Concept Model™
- Key Terms
- Requirements Classification Schema
- Stakeholders
- Requirements and Designs
04 Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring 6 topics +
- The Core Concept Model in Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring
- Plan Business Analysis Approach
- Plan Stakeholder Engagement
- Plan Business Analysis Governance
- Plan Business Analysis Information Management
- Identify Business Analysis Performance Improvements
05 Elicitation and Collaboration 6 topics +
- The Core Concept Model in Elicitation and Collaboration
- Prepare for Elicitation
- Conduct Elicitation
- Confirm Elicitation Results
- Communicate Business Analysis Information
- Manage Stakeholder Collaboration
06 Requirements Life Cycle Management 6 topics +
- The Core Concept Model in Requirements Life Cycle Management
- Trace Requirements
- Maintain Requirements
- Prioritize Requirements
- Assess Requirements Changes
- Approve Requirements
07 Requirements Analysis and Design Definition 7 topics +
- The Core Concept Model in Requirements Analysis and Design Definition
- Specify and Model Requirements
- Verify Requirements
- Validate Requirements
- Define Requirements Architecture
- Define Design Options
- Analyze Potential Value and Recommend Solution
08 Underlying Competencies 6 topics +
- Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Behavioural Characteristics
- Business Knowledge
- Communication Skills
- Interaction Skills
- Tools and Technology
09 Appendix A: Techniques 50 topics +
- Acceptance and Evaluation Criteria
- Backlog Management
- Balanced Scorecard
- Benchmarking and Market Analysis
- Brainstorming
- Business Capability Analysis
- Business Cases
- Business Model Canvas
- Business Rules Analysis
- Collaborative Games
- Concept Modelling
- Data Dictionary
- Data Flow Diagrams
- Data Mining
- Data Modelling
- Decision Analysis
- Decision Modelling
- Document Analysis
- Estimation
- Financial Analysis
- Focus Groups
- Functional Decomposition
- Glossary
- Interface Analysis
- Interviews
- Item Tracking
- Lessons Learned
- Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Mind Mapping
- Non-Functional Requirements Analysis
- Observation
- Organizational Modelling
- Prioritization
- Process Analysis
- Process Modelling
- Prototyping
- Reviews
- Risk Analysis and Management
- Roles and Permissions Matrix
- Root Cause Analysis
- Scope Modelling
- Sequence Diagrams
- Stakeholder List, Map, or Personas
- State Modelling
- Survey or Questionnaire
- SWOT Analysis
- Use Cases and Scenarios
- User Stories
- Vendor Assessment
- Workshops
03 / Exam details
Entry Certificate in Business Analysis Details
Get certified by the leading authority in business analysis, IIBA with the course Entry Certificate in Business Analysis. The course is for business analysts who want to expand their understanding of the various business analysis key concepts, business analysis planning and monitoring, elicitation and collaboration, requirement life cycle management, underlying competencies, and so on.
Questions
50
(per exam)
Duration
60 minutes
(per exam)
Passing Score
IIBA does not provide scores or scoring percentages for any of the certification exams.
(on a scale of IIBA does not provide scores or scoring percentages for any of the certification exams.)
Exam Fee
$400 USD
(per exam)
Delivered by
IIBA
(in-person or online)
Question Format
Multiple choice
single/multiple choice, performance-based
Practice Tests
207 Practice Questions
(mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification
IIBA-ECBA.AQ1
IIBA credential
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04 / FAQs
Questions before you start
What is the IIBA ECBA certification? +
It is an entry-level certification offered by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) that validates your skills and understanding of the core concepts, principles, and practices of business analysis. After completing this, you can pursue more advanced IIBA certifications like the CCBA (Certified Business Analysis Professional) and CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional).
What does this ECBA study guide focus on? +
This study guide focuses on the key areas covered in the ECBA exam that includes business analysis fundamentals, requirements management, stakeholder management, business analysis planning and monitoring, communication skills, collaboration & teamwork, and IIBA® Standards and Body of Knowledge.
What are the prerequisites for taking the ECBA exam? +
It is a beginner-friendly course. There are no formal requirements of specific educational background or work experience required to take this course. Basic understanding of business analysis concepts and methodologies can speed up your learning.
Who should pursue the ECBA certification? +
This certification is a must have for those wanting to make a career in the field of business analysis. It is ideal for:
- Recent graduate with a degree in business, computer science, or a related field.
- Those wanting a career transition and seeking to enter the field of business analysis.
- Professionals working as a business analyst with limited experience and wanting to upgrade their skills.
- Those wanting to pursue advanced-level courses in the field of business analysis.
What is the salary of an IIBA certified Business Analyst? +
The average annual salary of an IIBA certified analyst is around $85,000.
How much is the Business Analysis Certification exam cost? +
The IIBA ECBA exam cost is $195 (for members) & $350 (for non-members).
What is the passing score for this exam?+
The passing score for this ECBA exam is at least 70% or above.
What is the exam registration fee?+
$400 USD
How many questions are asked in the exam?+
The exam contains 50 questions.
What is the duration of the exam?+
60 minutes
What is the passing score?+
IIBA does not provide scores or scoring percentages for any of the certification exams.
(on a scale of IIBA does not provide scores or scoring percentages for any of the certification exams.-IIBA does not provide scores or scoring percentages for any of the certification exams.)
What is the exam's retake policy?+
You must wait for IIBA to receive your exam result from the testing provider and upload it to your IIBA profile before you can pay and schedule your rewrite exam. This may take up to 24 hours from your exam day. As soon as your score is uploaded into your IIBA profile account, you will receive an e-mail from IIBA instructing you on your next steps to pay the exam rewrite fee and to schedule your rewrite of the exam. To schedule your rewrite, you are required to pay the rewrite fee to IIBA first.
Where can I find more information about this exam?+
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