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This certificate provides an understanding of the principles of systems development and delivery with regard to life cycle approaches, architecture, business analysis, requirements engineering, systems analysis, design, development, testing and implementation.
Anyone involved in or affected by the development of IS/IT systems (including business and systems analysts, designers, developers and testers).
None. Training with a BCS accredited training provider is recommended.
Option 1: With an accredited training provider
Option 2: Online exam (at a test centre: Pearson Vue). Price: £174 (£145 + VAT)
You can read more in the syllabus.
BCS textbook, Developing Information Systems, is recommended reading when preparing for the exam.
You can progress to intermediate level certification or you may be interested in related subjects, such as Business Analysis or Software Testing.
This qualification is not regulated by the following United Kingdom Regulators - Ofqual, Qualification in Wales, CCEA or SQA.