Business Change (previously IT Enabled Business Change)
The certificate is based upon a business change lifecycle which incorporates the techniques, frameworks and models used in business change activities. The certificate is relevant for anyone who requires an understanding of business change.Business Analysis
This certificate covers the range of concepts, approaches and techniques that are applicable to Business Analysis. It provides a foundation for the Institute’s range of specialist modular certificates in the areas of Business Analysis, IS Consultancy and Business Change. In addition, it provides foundation-level Business Analysis knowledge for specialists in other disciplines, particularly Project Managers and System Developers.Commercial Awareness
This certificate is concerned with the commercial and organisational knowledge required for business analysis work.
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Business Analysis
BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, offers a comprehensive range of business analysis certifications enabling IT professionals at all levels to enhance their skills. From foundation certificates through to the Business Analysis Diploma, our portfolio is structured to offer ongoing career support and industry recognition.
Business analysts provide the bridge between the business and IT systems, and are pivotal to organisational success. Our certifications provide independent expert verification of knowledge and expertise and are proven to be a valuable measurement of business analysis performance across organisations.
The Institute’s internationally recognised certificates are based on best practice and can be made highly relevant to an individual’s own career path through the selection of specific modules.
Foundation
Practitioner
Certificate in Benefits Management and Business Acceptance
This certificate is concerned with the delivery of successful software solutions. This includes the acceptance and implementation of a software solution, plus a rigorous approach to benefits management. This certification also counts towards the Diploma in Business Analysis.Certificate in Business Analysis Practice
This certificate is concerned with some of the fundamental aspects of business analysis. Its focus is on using an holistic approach to the investigation and improvement of business situations with a view to developing effective, feasible business solutions. This certification also counts towards the Diploma in Business Analysis and the Diploma in Systems Development.Certificate in Data Management Essentials
This certificate is concerned with the development of procedures for managing an organisations corporate data resource and the roles and skills required for the administration of data and database management.Certificate in Modelling Business Processes
This certificate focuses on the investigation, modelling, analysis and improvement of business processes. This certification also counts towards the Diploma in Business Analysis.Certificate in Requirements Engineering
This certificate is concerned with the Requirements Engineering approach to requirements definition. Its focus is on using a systematic approach to eliciting, analysing, validating, documenting and managing requirements. This certification also counts towards the Diploma in Business Analysis.
Higher
BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis
Business Analysis plays a pivotal role within an organisation, helping to identify business needs and determine solutions to business problems. The International Diploma in Business Analysis is the industry-recognised certification that truly demonstrates the knowledge, skills and capabilities to be an effective Business Analyst.
Career path
The career path below illustrates the potential career progression you can make in Business Analysis. It recognises the importance of certification and experience, and provides high level alignment with SFIAplus and the Institute’s membership grades.