Some of the Techniques to Be Learned:

• Root Cause Analysis
• SWOT Analysis
• Benchmarking and Market Analysis
• Business Model Canvas
• Financial Analysis
• Observation
• Risk Analysis and Management
• Forecasting
• Functional Decomposition
• RACI Matrix
• Stakeholder Mapping
• Business Rules Analysis
• Mind Mapping Brainstorming
• Document Analysis
• Interviews
• Surveys / Questionnaires
• Focus Group Sessions
• Workshops
• Collaborative Games
• Baseline Establishment
• Sign-off

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible to apply for the CCBA exam, you must meet these criteria:

1- Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3,750 hours of business analysis work experience in the last 7 years.
• Within those hours:
  – At least 900 hours in each of 2 of the 6 BABOK knowledge areas, or
  – At least 500 hours in each of 4 of the 6 BABOK knowledge areas.

2- Professional Development:

• At least 21 hours of professional development training in the past 4 years.

3- References:

• Two professional references (manager, client, or CCBA/CBAP holder).
  
  

4. Certification Validity & Renewal

• The certificate is valid for 3 years.
• You must earn and report Continuing Development Units (CDUs) to renew.

• Fundamental Business Analysis Concepts 

• Business Analysis and Projects 

• What Is the Role of a Business Analyst in Projects? 

• IIBA Methodology and BABOK® Guide v3 

• Strategy Analysis 

• Planning and Monitoring Business Analysis Work 

• Elicitation and Collaboration 

• Requirements Analysis and Design Definition 

• Solution Evaluation and Validation 

• Business Analyst Competencies 

• Case Studies / Sample Applications 

Application & Exam Process 

1. Submit Application

• Complete your online application on the IIBA websitewith details of your experience, PD hours, and references. 
• Pay the non-refundable application fee. 
• IIBA reviews your application (can take a few weeks) and sends approval or “approved pending audit.” If audited, you must upload supporting documents.  

2. Pay Exam & Schedule

• Once approved, pay the exam fee. You’ll receive an Eligibility ID. 
• Schedule the exam via the test provider (such as Prometric).  

3. Take the Exam

• Format:130 multiple-choice questions 
• Duration:3 hours 
• Delivery:In-person at a test center or online proctored (if available) 
• You typically have up to 1 yearfrom approval to pass, with the option to retake if needed (retake fees apply).  

4. Certification Validity & Renewal

• The certificate is valid for 3 years. 
• You must earn and report Continuing Development Units (CDUs) to renew. 

CCBA Cost Breakdown (USD) 

All amounts are approximate and in USD. Costs can change — always verify with IIBA before applying. 

CDGA attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 80% of the total course duration.