Launch Your Career With the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis
Your First Step Toward a Business Analysis Career
The Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) is your gateway to a thriving career in business analysis. Designed for professionals starting their business analysis journey, the ECBA certifies your foundational knowledge of business analysis principles and practices. Earn a globally recognized certification and stand out as you begin your business analysis journey.
Start Your Certification Journey—Worry-Free
Earn Your ECBA With a Built-In Second Chance
Between June 1 and July 20, 2025, you can pursue your ECBA certification with zero risk. If you don’t pass the exam on your first try, you’ll receive a free re-write—no promo code, no stress, just a second chance on us.* Terms and conditions apply.
ECBA Exam Changes: What You Need to Know
Big changes are coming to the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) exam! These updates ensure that the exam remains relevant to the business analysis profession, helping certification holders gain job-ready skills that make them more valuable in today’s economy.
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Unlock Higher Earning Potential with ECBA Certification
Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA)
A globally recognized certificate, the ECBA is the first step for aspiring business analysis professionals, validating foundational knowledge and commitment to growth.
I want to become an ECBA professional now!
Follow these steps:
- Ensure you register an account with IIBA (already a member login here)
- Agree with the Code of Conduct.
- Agree with Terms and Conditions.
By becoming ECBA certified, you not only validate your skills and knowledge but also position yourself for greater financial rewards and career growth. Take the step towards enhancing your salary potential and professional development with the ECBA certification.
Who is an ECBA™?
ECBA Competencies
ECBA covers the foundational knowledge on business analysis according to the BABOK® Guide and showcases that you have the core knowledge and competencies for the in–demand field of business analysis. Stand out from the crowd - highlight you have the knowledge and be certified by the leading authority in business analysis, IIBA.
How to Become an ECBA™?
ECBA Eligibility
- Ensure you register an account with IIBA (already a member login here)
- Agree with the Code of Conduct.
- Agree with Terms and Conditions.
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Test Your Knowledge
ECBA Exam Sample Questions and Exam Blueprint
The ECBA exam has 50 multiple choice knowledge-based questions and must be completed in one hour.
Learn more by reading the ECBA exam sample questions and the ECBA exam blueprint
Am I Ready to Become an ECBA™?
Explore the ECBA™ Handbook. This document provides the necessary information for candidates pursuing the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™).
ECBA Certification Resources Available in Multiple Languages
Exam candidates can prepare for and take the ECBA exam in English, Chinese, French Standard, Canadian French, Japanese, and Brazilian Portuguese. Download information such as the ECBA Handbook, IIBA’s Guide to Online Proctored Exams, and more in the language of your choice below.
Prepare for the ECBA Exam
ECBA™ Handbook
The ECBA™ Handbook guides professionals pursuing their Entry Certificate in Business Analysis. It provides the necessary information for candidates to get started.
Guide to Online Proctored Exams
The online proctoring experience is most successful when you prepare in advance. Prepare in advance and know what to expect on exam day. Use the tips and practices in this guide for a smooth, stress-free online exam experience.
ECBA Roadmap Brochure
This guide provides you an overview of what’s needed to successfully complete the exam.
Start Developing Your Professional Business Analysis Career
New to Business Analysis?
Business analysis is both a role and a discipline. Business Analysts and professionals of many different titles use business analysis to enable successful change in an organization.
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A Business Analysis Foundation for Success
Introduce and manage change successfully for your organization with the globally recognized standards of the business analysis profession.
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Business Analysis Resources
A curated body of knowledge dedicated to advancing your career in business analysis to create better business outcomes for your organization.
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To understand performance expectations for the ECBA® designation, click on the Exam Blueprint, Sample Questions and the links for each Knowledge Area:
ECBA Exam Sample Questions
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- To process feedback accurately
- To understand sign-off authority
- To identify risk tolerance levels
- To gain project support
- To manage associated risks
- To allocate project resources
- To articulate budgetary needs
- To reduce time constraints
- Conceptual
- Logical
- Enterprise
- Physical
- Stability
- Urgency
- Priority
- Complexity
- Communication management
- Impact analysis
- Traceability repository
- Reliable assessment
- Number of business analysis professionals working on the change
- Number of business areas or systems affected
- Stakeholder assumptions about the organizational goals
- Level of experience stakeholders have in adaptive approaches
- B
- A
- D
- C
- C
- B
ECBA Exam Blueprint
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Business analysis and the BA professional |
2.5% |
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Business analysis key concepts |
5% |
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Underlying competencies |
5% |
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Techniques |
17.5% |
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Business analysis planning and monitoring |
5% |
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Elicitation and collaboration |
20% |
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Requirements life cycle management |
20% |
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Requirements analysis and design definition |
25% |
Endorsed Business Analysis Education and Training
IIBA endorses education and training delivered by EEPs and Academic Members to support the ongoing development of business analysis professionals from entry level to seniority.
*Terms & Conditions:
Offer valid for IIBA members in good standing, with an ECBA in progress. Members must purchase the ECBA exam re-write fee between June 1 and July 18, 2025, 23:59 ET (UTC-4), and write the exam by July 20, 2025, 23:59 ET (UTC-4). The exam cannot be taken on the same day as the exam purchase. The rebate applies to the ECBA exam re-write fee only. Limit one rebate per person. Exam scheduling availability is determined by the exam fulfillment provider. Only payments made via credit card are eligible for the rebate. Refunds will be issued in USD after the exam is completed, with processing taking up to August 31, 2025. Currency exchange rates fluctuate daily, so the refunded amount may differ slightly based on exchange rates. Non-members may take advantage of this offer by becoming an IIBA member before making their eligible purchase and booking the exam. The offer does not apply to bulk or volume purchases or members of the partner program. The offer may not be used with any other promotional code, discount, or offer. This offer is subject to change without notice. Certain exclusions may apply.