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Business Analysis Certification Programme with Career Academy including official BCS exams

Programme Overview

Business Analysis has quickly become an important part of most organisations, and the role of a Business Analyst is seen as an essential role rather than a luxury. Earning your BCS Business Analysis qualifications will help you open the doors to a career in a Business Analysis role, and provide you with the necessary skills, knowledge, and techniques to succeed in a range of job roles, including Business AnalystBusiness Architect, and Enterprise Architect

This Business Analysis Certification Programme comprises a series of certifications, which will teach you the knowledge and skills required to become a Business Analyst. 

These certifications include:

This training programme will give you the skills, high level of knowledge, and internationally recognised certifications, to succeed in this industry. You will also get to attend your graduation at a prestigious venue. 

Our Success Coaches and Recruitment team will also support you from the start to help build your confidence, work on essential soft skills, work on your CV, and more!

This course benefits from 1-year BCS membership.

Key features

  • Delivery Method: Online & Virtual
  • Exams: Included
  • Duration: Must be completed within 6 months
  • Certified & Experienced Trainers
  • Accredited by BCS
  • 1-year BCS membership included
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Key features
  • Delivery Method: Online & Virtual
  • Exams: Included
  • Duration: Must be completed within 6 months
  • Certified & Experienced Trainers
  • Accredited by BCS
  • 1-year BCS membership included

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Course Details

Why study the Business Analysis Certification Programme with e-Careers?

We have developed an expert team over the last 10 years since our inception. In that time, we have trained over 625,000 delegates globally, which has helped offer the highest quality training. We have also refined our processes, partner relationships, and course materials to offer you a high-quality training solution.

We have placed over 4,000 people into various job roles through our range of Career Academy Programmes. These programmes include training, practical experience, challenge labs, certifications, and recruitment workshops. We support our students from the start, including training and recruitment support. Of the 4,000+ successful candidates, many forged successful careers in the industry, either working as a freelancer or fully employed in-house with some of the world’s largest companies, including: 

  •    Apple
  •    Rackspace
  •    AT&T
  •    John Lewis
  •    Ministry of Defence
  •    HMRC
  •    Swiss Quote
  •    Exponential-E

You will benefit from:

  •    1-year BCS membership included (worth £92).
  •    Fast-track your learning with our Virtual Classroom course.
  •    Enhance your career prospects.
  •    Learn from expert trainers with vast experience in this field.  
  •    We offer interest-free payment options.

BCS Membership Benefits

This course benefits from a 1-year BCS membership worth £92, which is eligible from the moment you pass your first exam.

Benefits of this associate’s membership include:

  •    Professional recognition
  •    Career development
  •    Networking
  •    Knowledge and best practice
  •    Exclusive discounts and offer

Read the full membership details.

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Is this Business Analysis Certification Programme suitable for me?

This programme is ideal for individuals considering a career change into a Business Analysis role, particularly as a Business Analyst or those already in the industry but needs to refresh their knowledge and earn industry recognised certifications. Business Analysis professionals are in high demand, and this programme provides an excellent way for you to move into this industry.

As this course starts at a fundamental level, anyone can enrol on this training programme, no matter your background or level of experience.

All training and exams must be completed within 6 months. 

What jobs can I apply for after my Business Analysis training?

A career in Business Analysis offers great earning potential and career progression.

Candidates from this programme typically progress into the following job roles:

  •    Requirements Analyst/Engineer (£38k)
  •    Business Analyst (£43k)
  •    Business Systems Analyst (£44k)
  •    IT Business Analyst (£51k)
  •    Business Process Analyst (£52k)

While the above salaries showcase the UK average, you can earn over £80k as a Business Analyst with experience. 

(Source: Payscale)

Business Analysis Certification Programme Syllabus & Exams

This Business Analysis Career Academy Programme consists of five certificates and five training courses, outlined below. 

BCS Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice Syllabus

  •    Rationale for Business Analysis 
  •    Understanding the Strategic Context 
  •    Understanding the Current Situation 
  •    Stakeholder Analysis and Management 
  •    Analysing and Modelling Business Activities 
  •    Identifying Potential Solutions 
  •    Building the Business Case 

BCS Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice Exam Details 

  •    Exam Format – Multiple-choice.
  •    Duration – 60 minutes.
  •    Pass Mark – 26/40 (65%).

BCS Practitioner Certificate in Modelling Business Processes Syllabus

  •   The Context for Business Processing Modelling 
  •   The Organisational Context for Business Processes 
  •   Modelling the Business Processes 
  •   Documenting Tasks 
  •   Improving Business Processes 

BCS Practitioner Certificate in Modelling Business Processes Exam Details 

  •    Exam Format - Multiple-choice.
  •    Duration – 60 minutes.
  •    Pass Mark – 26/40 (65%).

BCS Practitioner Certificate in Requirements Engineering Syllabus

  •    Introduction to Requirements Engineering 
  •    Hierarchy of Requirements
  •    Stakeholders in the Requirements Process 
  •    Requirements Elicitation 
  •    Use of Models in Requirements Engineering
  •    Requirements Documentation 
  •    Requirements Analysis 
  •    Requirements Validation 
  •    Requirements Management 

BCS Practitioner Certificate in Requirements Engineering Exam Details 

  •    Exam Format - Multiple-choice.
  •    Duration – 60 minutes.
  •    Pass Mark – 26/40 (65%).

BCS Foundation Certificate in Organisational Behaviour Syllabus

  •    Organisational Principles – delivering value, structure, budgets, jobs, management, and rules.
  •    Operating models – structures and boundaries.
  •    Organisational motivation, behaviour, and culture.
  •    Group formation, dynamics, and networks.
  •    Principles of financial reporting – balance sheet, income statement, cash flow, costing, and pricing.
  •    Project finance – costs and benefits, payback, discounted cash flow. 

BCS Foundation Certificate in Organisational Behaviour Exam Details

  •    Exam Format - Multiple-choice.
  •    Duration – 60 minutes.
  •    Pass Mark – 26/40 (65%). 

BCS Business Analysis Diploma Oral Preparation Workshop

  •    The business context (K Level 4/5)
  •    Business analysis techniques (K Level 4/5)
  •    Business case development (K Level 4/5)
  •    Requirement’s definition (K Level 4/5)
  •    Requirements management and documentation (K Level 4/5)
  •    Practitioner specialism (K Level 2/3).  

All training and exams must be completed within 6 months. 

Enrolment and Studying   

During our induction process, we will discuss the training schedules and prepare you to begin your training.   

Once you have completed your training, practical labs, assessments, and exams, you will go through the recruitment process and work towards becoming job-ready.    

Recruitment Process  

Our Recruitment Team will work with you to help you prepare for any upcoming job interviews, helping you feel more prepared and confident.   

The recruitment process includes:    

  • Welcome email with the next steps explained in detail. 
  • Invitation to CV workshops, which covers:  
    • How to create multiple CVs tailored to your specific job descriptions.  
    • Looking at candidates from an employer's perspective (Value, Behaviour, Skills). 
    • Creating excellent LinkedIn Profiles & how to create Video CVs. 
    • Introducing you to a range of Job Boards. 
    • How to handle competency-based interview questions. 
    • Preparing you for job interviews. 
  • Coaching and assessments to create self-awareness. 
  • 1-2-1 competency-based interview question sessions tailored to your industry. 
  • Sessions to help you improve your soft skills and confidence. 
  • We will share with you live vacancies and networking contacts to help with your job search.  
  • On-demand support through our career coaching (interview preparation, mock interview)  

Our Recruitment Team will provide you with support for up to 6 months from the day you finish your training with us, with the goal of helping you secure a job.

Case studies of previous successful students

Name – Gulshanara Nuree

Course - Business Analysis Certification Programme 

Why she recommends e-Careers - “Really happy with the services provided. Soniya is an excellent success coach. She has been very helpful. David, the lecturer is also awesome and hilarious. I'm enjoying my Business Analysis Career Academy Programme.” 

Name – Lesley Madzorera  

Course - Business Analysis Certification Programme 

Why she recommends e-Careers – “I'm very happy with the Business Analysis Career Academy Programme so far. My Success Coach Soniya, has been amazing and Trainer David is very good. Super happy so far.” 

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