Course spotlight — BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis

Also known as The Chartered Institute for IT, BCS aims to raise standards of competence across the IT industry to ensure a safe and positive digital journey for everyone. They have more than 70,000 members in 150 countries.

BCS have created industry-recognised and respected certifications, such as the well-known BCS CISMP (Certificate in Information Security Management Principles), the BCS Foundation Certificate in DevOps, and, recently, the Foundation and Essentials certificates in Artificial Intelligence.

At Firebrand, we are proud to be an official BCS Accredited Training Partner.

One of the most popular BCS courses we offer is the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis.

Could this course be right for you or your team? Read on.

What is the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis?

This comprehensive diploma attests that professionals have the knowledge and skills they need to be effective Business Analysts.

This internationally recognised certification takes learners through:

• an overview of fundamental Business Analysis principles, techniques, approaches, and concepts
• an in-depth look at the requirements engineer approach and relevant techniques
• an in-depth guide to applying business process modelling analysis techniques and the framework for business process improvement
• a holistic approach to investigating and improving business situations.

Who is this course for?

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this course—anyone with a general understanding of Business Analysis or some experience in a Business Analysis role is welcome. 

How long does the course take?

We specialise in accelerated courses that get you certified at twice the speed. 

With Firebrand, achieving this complex diploma takes only 6 days.

Where is the course delivered?

Delegates can take the course at our distraction-free training facilities in the UK and Europe or online through live instructor-led training.

What will you learn?

This course is comprised of 4 core modules, each with several study units:

• BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis
• BCS Certificate in Requirements Engineering
• BCS Certificate in Modelling Business Processes
• BCS Certificate in Business Analysis Practice

See all modules and units.

Does this course include an exam?

Yes. The course includes one official BCS exam for each of the four modules.

At the end of this course, delegates can sit the four official exams at the Firebrand Training Centre and return to work certified:

• the BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis exam
• and three BCS Practitioner Certificate exams in Requirements Engineering, Modelling Business Processes, and Business Analysis Practice.

Interested?

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