Certified Business Analysis Professional (IIBA-CBAP®)

Certified Business Analysis Professional (IIBA-CBAP®)

 

About the Course

The Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP®) Exam Prep training is an intensive, high-impact program designed for senior practitioners who possess extensive experience in the field. As the industry’s most recognized credential for business analysis, the CBAP certification validates your expertise in managing complex projects, leading business transformations, and delivering significant organizational value. This course moves beyond foundational concepts, providing a targeted deep dive into the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK® Guide) to ensure you are fully prepared for the rigors of the exam.

Led by certified subject matter experts, this immersive workshop streamlines the study process by focusing on the critical knowledge areas, tasks, and elements that appear on the test. Participants will master all 50 business analysis techniques and refine their ability to interpret standard modeling notations. By integrating hands-on exercises with real-world scenarios, the course helps students bridge the gap between their professional experience and the formal framework required for certification success.

This program satisfies the mandatory 35-hour professional development prerequisite for the IIBA® application. Beyond the curriculum, students receive comprehensive support, including practice exams, personalized feedback, and 90-day access to session recordings. This training is a vital investment for senior analysts, consultants, and project leaders who wish to achieve the highest level of formal recognition in the business analysis profession.

Audience Profile

This course is intended for:

  • Senior Business Analysts ready to formalize their years of experience with a global credential.

  • Project and Product Managers who lead high-value analysis initiatives.

  • Enterprise Architects and Consultants responsible for strategic organizational change.

  • Technical Leads who contribute to complex requirement analysis and design definition.

Learning Objectives

Advanced Framework Mastery

  • Break down and apply the key concepts, tasks, and elements within each of the six Knowledge Areas defined by the BABOK® Guide.

  • Understand the classification of requirements and the specific needs of diverse stakeholder groups.

  • Master the six underlying competency areas required for advanced business analysis.

Technical and Modeling Proficiency

  • Evaluate and apply all 50 business analysis techniques, understanding exactly when and how to implement them.

  • Confidently interpret and create standard notations within various business analysis models.

  • Analyze current and future states to develop effective strategy analysis and solution evaluations.

Exam Readiness and Strategy

  • Navigate the eligibility requirements and the step-by-step IIBA application process.

  • Leverage proven test-taking strategies to navigate situational and knowledge-based questions.

  • Identify and shore up personal knowledge gaps through simulated practice exams and expert review.

Certification Exam

This course prepares students for the IIBA® Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP®) certification.

  • Exam Eligibility: This course provides the required 35 Professional Development (PD) hours/CDUs.

  • Exam Format: Focuses on case studies and situational analysis based on the BABOK® Guide v3.0.

  • Career Value: Recognized globally as the premier certification for practitioners with over five years of experience.

Prerequisites

Candidates must meet the following IIBA® requirements to sit for the CBAP exam:

  • Experience: Minimum of 7,500 hours of Business Analysis work experience in the last 10 years.

  • Knowledge Area Expertise: At least 900 hours of experience in 4 of the 6 BABOK Knowledge Areas.

  • Professional Development: 35 hours of formal training (satisfied by this course).

  • References: Two professional references from a career manager, client, or CBAP recipient.

What’s included?

  • Authorized Courseware
  • Intensive Hands on Skills Development with an Experienced Subject Matter Expert
  • Hands-on practice on real Servers and extended lab support 1.800.482.3172
  • Examination Vouchers & Onsite Certification Testing- (excluding Adobe and PMP Boot Camps)
  • Academy Code of Honor: Test Pass Guarantee
  • Optional: Package for Hotel Accommodations, Lunch and Transportation

With several convenient training delivery methods offered, The Academy makes getting the training you need easy. Whether you prefer to learn in a classroom or an online live learning virtual environment, training videos hosted online, and private group classes hosted at your site. We offer expert instruction to individuals, government agencies, non-profits, and corporations. Our live classes, on-sites, and online training videos all feature certified instructors who teach a detailed curriculum and share their expertise and insights with trainees. No matter how you prefer to receive the training, you can count on The Academy for an engaging and effective learning experience.

Methods

  • Instructor-Led (the best training format we offer)
  • Live Online Classroom – Online Instructor-Led
  • Self-Paced Video

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Curriculum

Duration
4 Days

 

Domain 1: IIBA® & BABOK® Fundamentals

  • Navigating the application and exam logistics.

  • Understanding the structure and key terminology of the BABOK® Guide.

  • Requirement classifications and stakeholder mapping.

Domain 2: Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring (BAPM)

  • Planning the BA approach and stakeholder engagement.

  • Defining governance and information management strategies.

  • Identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Domain 3: Elicitation and Collaboration

  • Preparing for and conducting elicitation sessions.

  • Confirming elicitation results and communicating BA information.

  • Managing stakeholder collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.

Domain 4: Requirements Life Cycle Management

  • Tracing and maintaining requirements for long-term value.

  • Prioritizing requirements and assessing potential changes.

  • Formalizing the requirements approval process.

Domain 5: Strategy Analysis

  • Analyzing the current state to identify business needs.

  • Defining the future state and performing gap analysis.

  • Assessing risks and formulating change strategies.

Domain 6: Requirements Analysis and Design Definition

  • Specifying and modeling requirements using standard notations.

  • Verifying and validating requirements against business goals.

  • Defining design options and analyzing potential value.

Domain 7: Solution Evaluation

  • Measuring solution performance and analyzing performance measures.

  • Assessing limitations within the solution and the enterprise.

  • Recommending actions to increase solution value post-implementation.

Domain 8: Advanced Techniques and Exam Review

  • Comprehensive review of all 50 BABOK techniques.

  • Mastering underlying competencies (Analytical thinking, Interaction skills, etc.).

  • Practice exam session with detailed Q&A and personalized feedback.