AgileBA Foundation and Practitioner Course

Overview

On this combined APMG’s AgileBA® Foundation and Practitioner course, you’ll gain 2 certifications in just 3 days.

Learn the theories behind an agile framework and the responsibilities of an agile business analyst. Then learn how to implement agile business analysis in the workplace.

In just 3 days, you’ll learn how to assess stakeholder requirements, and recognise how an agile business case differs from a traditional business case - crucial skills agile business analysts.

You’ll also learn how to:

Identify stakeholders, personas and their involvement in agile
Recognise how an agile business case differs from a traditional business case

Successful candidates will be entitled to a free Professional Assessment at Business Agility Professional Level 1 – Explorer.

Whether you’re an aspiring business analyst, project manager with business analysis responsibilities, scrum product owner, product manager or a systems analyst, this course is ideal for you.

Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll learn twice as fast as traditional training. Learn in a distraction-free environment and earn both certifications in 3 days.

Please note: Firebrand Training is an APMG Accredited Organisation.

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Four reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

You'll be trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 3-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
Your course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
Pass first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
Study with an award-winning training provider. We've won the Learning and Performance Institute's "Training Company of the Year" three times. Firebrand is your fastest way to learn, with 134561 students saving more than one million hours since 2001

Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Module 1: The role of the Business Analyst in an Agile world
Module 2: Agile Fundamentals and the Agile BA
Module 3: Agile Processes
Module 4: Agile Management Products
Module 5: Roles and Responsibilities
Module 6: The Agile Business Case
Module 7: Stakeholders in the Agile Project
Module 8: Requirements and User Stories
Module 9: Prioritisation
Module 10: Workshops
Module 11: Modelling
Module 12: Timeboxing and Iterative Development
Module 13: Requirements Planning and Estimating throughout the Lifecycle
Module 14: Transitioning to Agile Business Analysis

Exam Track

As part of your accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exams at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

Exam: APMG AgileBA® Foundation

Format: Multiple choice
Number of questions: 50
Passing score: 50%
Duration: 40 minutes

Exam: APMG AgileBA® Practitioner

Format: Complex multiple Choice
Passing score: 50%
Duration: 2.5 hours
Number of Questions: 4 (worth 20 marks each)

The validity period for all APMG exams will be limited to 12 months from the booking date. Requests to reschedule within this period will be accepted in the usual way, but extensions beyond this period will not be possible.

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this accelerated course.

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

Reviews

Here's the Firebrand Training review section. Since 2001 we've trained exactly 134561 students and asked them all to review our Accelerated Learning. Currently, 94.76% have said Firebrand exceeded their expectations.

Read reviews from recent accelerated courses below or visit Firebrand Stories for written and video interviews from our alumni.

"I really enjoyed the subject matter as well as how the instructor delivered it. The course was delivered remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the course was just as engaging as a face to face class would have been. The instructor kept us all involved throughout."
David Hirst, Lloyds Banking Group. (22.6.2020 (Monday) to 24.6.2020 (Wednesday))

"The trainer was great who delivered the course at the right pace and managed to extend our learning by covering the practitioner exam. A great test of our knowledge. Virtual courses are tough but the instructor made this as easy an experience as it could have been. Thanks"
Anthony Booth. (22.6.2020 (Monday) to 24.6.2020 (Wednesday))

"Great trainer, great and very interesting topic and a great atmosphere to learn."
Anonymous, CGI (12.11.2019 (Tuesday) to 14.11.2019 (Thursday))

"The trainer did a great job explaining all the topics."
Michael Amerhauser, iTaurus IT Dienstleistungs GmbH. (25.3.2024 (Monday) to 27.3.2024 (Wednesday))

"Fantastic instructor, his examples were relevant and relatable, the pace was excellent and the content was delivered really well."
Amanda Schiller, Vaccination UK Ltd. (25.3.2024 (Monday) to 26.3.2024 (Tuesday))

Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
26.8.2024 (Monday)	28.8.2024 (Wednesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-

10.2.2025 (Monday)	12.2.2025 (Wednesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
24.3.2025 (Monday)	26.3.2025 (Wednesday)	Open	Nationwide
5.5.2025 (Monday)	7.5.2025 (Wednesday)	Open	Nationwide
16.6.2025 (Monday)	18.6.2025 (Wednesday)	Open	Nationwide

APMG - AgileBA® Foundation and Practitioner Course