Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) Prep (Voucher Included)

LinkedIn reports that business analysis is one of the fastest-growing professions. With increasing dependence on technology projects, organizations are hiring more business analysts, making business analysis training more important than ever. The Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) certification from the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) is the most recognized entry-level certificate for business analysts globally.

This entry-level business analysis certification course offers extensive support for you through sessions fully aligned to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) v3.0, along with office hours.

The learning resources, study plan, exam tips, question banks, and exam simulators fully align with the ECBA exam pattern, equipping you to prepare effectively, identify areas of weakness, and face your certification exam confidently.

Designed by experts who have successfully assisted several business analysts in obtaining their ECBA, this business analysis course provides highly focused exam preparation and support for the IIBA Level 1 – ECBA exam. This course offers enrollment with or without a voucher. The voucher covers the fee/cost to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.

What you will learn

• Complete overview of the knowledge areas of BABOK v3.0
• The preparation process for the ECBA certification
• Tasks and techniques for business analysis
• Prepare for the final exam with chapter-based questions and simulations

How you will benefit

• Develop expertise on BABOK fundamentals
• Successfully complete ECBA exam in a timely manner
• Expand your career opportunities, such as landing a new role or promotion

1. Instructions
   1. How to Use Thinkific Learning Portal
2. Introduction
   1. Introduction
   2. BA V3 Themes
   3. BA knowledge areas
   4. BA V3 Glossary
   5. Study Guide - Preface and Introduction
   6. Presentation - Introduction to BABOK
3. BA Key Concepts
   1. Key terms
   2. Requirements classifications
   3. BABOK roles
   4. Study Guide - Business analysis Key Concepts
   5. Concept Questions - BA Concepts
   6. Concept Questions - BABOK Terms
   7. Knowledge Based Questions - Intro to BA
   8. Knowledge Based Questions - BABOK Terms
4. BA Planning and Monitoring
   1. Intro to BA planning and monitoring
   2. Task 1 - Plan BA approach
   3. Task 2 - Plan stakeholder engagement
   4. Task 3 - Plan BA governance
   5. Task 4 - Plan BA information management
   6. Task 5 - Identify BA performance improvements
   7. Study Guide - Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring
   8. Concept Questions - BA Planning
   9. Knowledge Based Questions - BA Planning
   10. Flashcards - BA Planning
   11. Audiobook - BA Planning
   12. Presentation - BA Planning
5. Elicitation and Collaboration
   1. Intro to Elicitation and Collaboration
   2. Task 1 - Prepare for elicitation
   3. Task 2 - Conduct elicitation
   4. Task 3 - Confirm elicitation result
   5. Task 4 - Communicate BA information
   6. Task 5 - Manage stakeholder collaboration
   7. Study Guide - Elicitation and Collaboration
   8. Concept Questions - Elicitation - Part 1
   9. Concept Questions - Elicitation - Part 2
   10. Knowledge Based Questions - Elicitation
   11. Flashcards - Elicitation
   12. Audiobook - Elicitation
   13. Presentation - Elicitation and Collaboration
6. Requirements LCM
   1. Intro to Requirements Lifecycle Management
   2. Task 1 - Trace Requirements
   3. Task 2 - Maintain Requirements
   4. Task 3 - Prioritize Requirements
   5. Task 4 - Assess Requirements Changes
   6. Task 5 - Approve Requirements
   7. Study Guide - Chapter 5 - Requirements Life Cycle Management
   8. Concept Questions - Req. LCM
   9. Knowledge Based Questions - Req. LCM
   10. Flashcards - Req. LCM
   11. Audiobook - Req. LCM
   12. Presentation - Req. LCM
7. Requirements Analysis and Design Def.
   1. Intro to Requirements Analysis and Design Definition
   2. Task 1 - Specify and Model Requirements
   3. Task 2 - Verify Requirements
   4. Task 3 - Validate requirements
   5. Task 4 - Define Requirements architecture
   6. Task 5 - Define Design Options
   7. Task 6 - Analyze Potential Value and Recommend Solution
   8. Study Guide - Chapter 6 - Requirements Analysis and Design Definition
   9. Concept Questions - RADD - Part 1
   10. Concept Questions - RADD - Part 2
   11. Knowledge Based Questions - RADD
   12. Flashcards - RADD
   13. Audiobook - RADD
   14. Presentation - RADD
8. Underlying Competencies
   1. Intro to Underlying Competencies
   2. 1-Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
   3. 2-Behavioral Characteristics
   4. 3-Business Knowledge
   5. 4-Communication Skills
   6. 5-Interaction Skills
   7. 6-Tools and Technology
   8. Study Guide - Chapter 9 - Underlying Competencies
   9. Concept Questions - Underlying Competencies - Part 1
   10. Concept Questions - Underlying Competencies - Part 2
   11. Knowledge Based Questions - Underlying Competencies
9. Techniques
   1. Acceptance and evaluation criteria
   2. Backlog Management
   3. Balanced scorecards
   4. Benchmarking and market analysis
   5. Brainstorming
   6. Business Cases
   7. Business capability analysis
   8. Business Model Canvas
   9. Business rules analysis
   10. Collaborative games
   11. Concept modelling
   12. Data dictionary
   13. Data flow diagrams
   14. Data mining
   15. Data modelling
   16. Decision analysis
   17. Decision modelling
   18. Document analysis
   19. Estimation
   20. Financial analysis
   21. Focus groups
   22. Functional decomposition
   23. Glossary
   24. Interface analysis
   25. Interviews
   26. Item tracking
   27. Lessons learned
   28. Metrics and key performance indicators
   29. Mind mapping
   30. Non-functional requirements analysis
   31. Observation
   32. Organizational modelling
   33. Prioritization
   34. Process analysis
   35. Process modelling
   36. Prototyping
   37. Reviews
   38. Risk analysis and management
   39. Roles and permissions matrix
   40. Root cause analysis
   41. Scope models
   42. Sequence diagrams
   43. Stakeholder list map or personas
   44. State modelling
   45. Survey or questionnaire
   46. SWOT analysis
   47. Use cases and scenarios
   48. User stories
   49. Vendor assessment
   50. Workshops
   51. Study Guide - Chapter 10 - Techniques
   52. Concept Questions - Techniques - Part 1
   53. Concept Questions - Techniques - Part 2
   54. Knowledge Based Questions - Techniques
   55. Presentation - BA Techniques
10. Past Session Recordings
    1. Links for Past Session Recordings - ECBA
11. Workshop Materials
    1. ECBA Session Plan
    2. Requirements Traceability Relationships
    3. BA Techniques - When to Use Which One
12. Reference Materials
    1. BABOK V3 KAs and Tasks Overview Mindmap
    2. 6 KAs and 30 Tasks of BABOK V3 Mindmap
    3. BABOK V3 Techniques Mind-map
    4. BABOK Word Cloud Mindmap
    5. Business Analysis Workbook
    6. BABOK V3 Tasks Summary
    7. BABOK V3 Glossary-KA wise
13. Exam Prep Help
    1. ECBA Exam Preparation Plan with FAQs
    2. ECBA V3 Application Simulator
    3. The Ultimate IIBA Exams Info Guide
    4. The Ultimate IIBA Exam Tips Guide
    5. ECBA v3 Audiobook
    6. BABOK Analysis Document
14. Simulations
    1. ECBA Simulations 1-3

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• Headset and microphone.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

Good command over English language and good knowledge of business and IT

Certification Requirements:

To earn the ECBA designation, candidates must:

• Agree with the Code of Conduct and Terms and Conditions.
• Pass the exam

LN Mishra

LN Mishra is the co-founder and chief operating officer (COO) of Adaptive US Inc. and has over 28 years of experience in business analysis, where he has assisted more than 1200 business analysts in becoming IIBA certified. LN is the only trainer who holds all seven certifications from IIBA (ECBA, CCBA, CBAP, CCA, AAC, CBDA, and CPOA) and CPRE from IREB in Germany. He has held numerous workshops in business analysis and consulted and trained clients in the US, Europe, and India, including Toshiba, Nordstrom, AkzoNobel, AXA, MindTree, iGate, Ness, and more. LN holds a post-graduate diploma in Management (PGDM) from IIM Ahmedabad and BE (Honors) in Electronics. He has also authored over 20 books on business analysis, including Practical Requirements Engineering, Mastering CBAP, CBAP Question Bank, Mastering CPRE, CPRE Question Bank, and Stories for IT Trainers.

What does a business analyst do?

There is a reason why business analysts, sometimes referred to as BAs, are in demand and continue to be a part of employers' future hiring needs and plans. As a business analyst, you can expect to evaluate past and current data while identifying areas within the business that need to be improved. This role aligns with someone who wants to be in a collaborative position where you communicate and work with key stakeholders and decision-makers.

As a business analyst professional, you will leverage your knowledge and skills to bridge the gap between IT and the business by assessing the process, delivering data-driven recommendations, and determining requirements within a company to executives and stakeholders.

To be successful, you must analyze and work with others, both internally and externally, to understand how to use data to change a product, service, process, hardware, or software to improve and add value to your company.

What is the average salary of a business analyst?

According to Indeed.com, the average salary of a business analyst is $84,137

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes, you will receive the needed Professional Development (PD) hours you need to apply for the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA TM ) exam.

To earn the ECBA designation, candidates must:

• Complete a minimum of 21 Professional Development (PD) hours within the last four years.
• Agree with the Code of Conduct and Terms and Conditions.
• Pass the exam

When can I start this course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive 3 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

Am I guaranteed a job?

Hope Training Academy courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.

Can I get financial assistance?

Hope Training Academy courses are non-credit, so they do not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA, and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards may provide funding to take our courses. Additionally, you may qualify for financial assistance if you meet certain requirements. Learn more about financial assistance.

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