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Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA)

 

 

 

If you’re a business analysis professional with two to three years of experience, the Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA) recognizes your expertise and prepares you to take on larger, more complex initiatives. Stand out as a skilled professional ready to drive impactful business solutions and achieve organizational success. 

 

 

Take Your Skills to the Next Level

Apply to Begin Your Certification Process at $145 Member Rate

By obtaining the CCBA certification, you validate your business analysis capabilities and position yourself for greater financial rewards and career growth. Invest in your future and increase your salary potential with the CCBA certification. 

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  • CCBA application (required before exam purchase)

Questions about the application and certification process? The CCBA Handbook has everything you need to know to confirm your eligibility and apply.

How Can I Become CCBA Certified?

To earn and maintain the CCBA credential, candidates must:

1. Apply. 

Meet the eligibility requirements and submit your application to document:  

  • Work experience: Two to three years of work experience in the last seven years (3,750 hours)
  • Professional development hours: 21 hours in the last four years
  • Two professional references 

Refer to the CCBA Certification Handbook and the CCBA Step-by-Step Application Process Guide for guidance on completing and submitting your application.

2. Certify.
Pass the CCBA exam. Read the CCBA Certification Handbook to learn about requirements for your preferred exam format.

3. Build on Your Success.

Demonstrate your commitment to excellence through continuous learning and maintain your competitive edge by recertifying every three years.

CONFIRM MY ELIGIBILITY AND PURCHASE MY APPLICATION

How to become a CCBA

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Certification

Application Fee

Non-refundable.
Non-transferable.

Exam Fee

First year of membership is included!

Exam Rewrite Fee

Recertification Fee

Find recertification details here.

CCBA
$145
$405

Members $250

$195

Non-Members $350

$85

Non-Members $120

Key Resources for CCBA Certification

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Your Complete Guide to CCBA Certification

Have questions? Whether you're wondering how to apply, prepare, what to study, or how to schedule your exam, the CCBA Handbook will guide you through your certification.

DOWNLOAD THE CCBA HANDBOOK

DOWNLOAD THE CCBA APPLICATION PROCESS GUIDE

CCBA FAQs

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Discover CCBA Competencies and Test Your Knowledge

Learn the competencies required for CCBA certification, understand the knowledge areas covered in the CCBA exam in the Exam Blueprint, then test your knowledge with the sample questions.

CCBA COMPETENCIES

CCBA EXAM BLUEPRINT

CCBA EXAM SAMPLE QUESTIONS

Exam Information

The CCBA exam is 180 minutes long and consists of 130 multiple-choice, scenario-based questions formulated from the BABOK Guide.

This is a computer-based exam that can be taken online via proctor format or at a PSI test centre.

PREPARATION DETAILS FOR EXAM DAY

Elevate Your Career and Boost Your Salary

 

This certification provides strong value for professionals such as:

  • Individuals with the ECBA credential
  • Business analysis professionals
  • IT business analysts
  • Systems analysts
  • Business systems analysts
  • Business process analysts
  • Technical business analysts
  • Requirements analysts
  • Product analysts

The CCBA offers a myriad of benefits, especially when it comes to increasing your salary and advancing your career. Here’s how the CCBA certification can enhance your earning potential:

  • Accelerated Career Path: The CCBA certification can help fast-track your career progression, leading to promotions and higher-level roles. 
  • Recognition and Prestige: The certification is a testament to your skills and dedication to the business analysis profession. This recognition can translate into better job titles and salary increments. 
  • Higher Salary Potential: According to the Global State of Business Analysis Report, CCBA certified professionals earn higher salaries compared to their non-certified counterparts. This certification demonstrates advanced knowledge and capability in business analysis, which is highly valued by employers.
  • International Credential: The CCBA certification is recognized worldwide, making you eligible for opportunities in various regions. This global acceptance can lead to job offers with higher salary ranges in different markets. 
  • Transferable Skills: The skills and knowledge gained through CCBA certification are applicable across multiple industries. This versatility can open up diverse job roles with lucrative salaries. 
  • Invest in Yourself: The investment in obtaining a CCBA certification is often recouped through higher salaries and enhanced career opportunities. The financial and professional benefits make it a worthwhile investment.
  • Job Market Advantage: CCBA certified professionals are better equipped to meet the demands of the job market. The certification ensures that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to excel.
  • After five years of experience, consider taking the next step in your career by becoming a Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP). For those who hold both the CBAP and the CCBA, the CCBA automatically renews each time the CBAP is recertified.

How to ask your employer to invest in business analysis career development

74% of respondents indicated that their employers allocate funds for ongoing professional development and skills training.  

Global State of Business Analysis Report

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CCBA Exam Blueprint

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Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring

12%

Elicitation and Collaboration

20%

Requirements Life Cycle Management

18%

Strategy Analysis

12%

Requirements Analysis and Design Definition

32%

Solution Evaluation

6%

CCBA Exam Sample Questions

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A. Schedule a requirements workshop

B. Model the scope of the requirements

C. Perform stakeholder analysis

D. Prioritize the business requirements

Answer = C

A. Review a paper prototype


B. Use a graphic user interface
C. Observe the product in use
D. Interview the operator

Answer: C

A. Derives- Necessity

B. Derives- Effort

C. Depends- Necessity

D. Depends- Effort

Answer = C

A. Capture customer details for reporting

B. Develop a new portal to sell products and services

C. Increase sales by 30% by the end of next year

D. Create better help text on the existing portal

Answer = C

A. Brainstorm measurable evaluation criteria

B. Apply a checklist to verify quality 

C. Evaluate the alignment with solution scope

D. Create list of assumptions to support requirements

Answer = B

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