Advance Your Career With the Certification of Capability in Business Analysis
Take Your Skills to the Next Level
If you’re a business analysis professional with two to three years of experience, the Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA) recognizes your expertise and prepares you to take on larger, more complex projects. Stand out as a skilled professional ready to drive impactful business solutions and achieve organizational success.
Enjoy a 20% Rebate on Any Exam
For a limited time, IIBA members save 20%* on IIBA’s full suite of certification exams including, ECBA, CCBA, CBAP, IIBA-AAC, IIBA-CBDA, IIBA-CCA, and IIBA-CPOA when they purchase and write the exam between November 1 and December 30, 2024.
Not an IIBA Member? Purchase your membership here first to unlock this special offer.
Questions about the exam rebate? Learn more in the FAQs.
Elevate Your Career with CCBA Certification and Boost Your Salary
Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA)
The CCBA is an advanced credential demonstrating effective collaboration, modelling, and opportunity identification skills.
The Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA) offers a myriad of benefits, especially when it comes to increasing your salary and advancing your career. Here’s how the CCBA certification can enhance your earning potential:
- Accelerated Career Path: The CCBA certification can help fast-track your career progression, leading to promotions and higher-level roles.
- Recognition and Prestige: The certification is a testament to your skills and dedication to the business analysis profession. This recognition can translate into better job titles and salary increments.
- Higher Salary Potential: According to the 2024 Global State of Business Analysis Report, CCBA certified professionals earn higher salaries compared to their non-certified counterparts. This certification demonstrates advanced knowledge and capability in business analysis, which is highly valued by employers.
- International Credential: The CCBA certification is recognized worldwide, making you eligible for opportunities in various regions. This global acceptance can lead to job offers with higher salary ranges in different markets.
- Transferable Skills: The skills and knowledge gained through CCBA certification are applicable across multiple industries. This versatility can open up diverse job roles with lucrative salaries.
- Invest in Yourself: The investment in obtaining a CCBA certification is often recouped through higher salaries and enhanced career opportunities. The financial and professional benefits make it a worthwhile investment.
- Job Market Advantage: CCBA certified professionals are better equipped to meet the demands of the job market. The certification ensures that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to excel.
I want to become a CCBA professional now!
By obtaining the CCBA certification, you validate your business analysis capabilities and position yourself for greater financial rewards and career growth. Invest in your future and increase your salary potential with the CCBA certification.
The Experienced Business Analysis Professional
Who can Become a CCBA?
To earn the CCBA designation, candidates must:
- Complete a minimum of 3,750 hours of Business Analysis work experience in the last 7 years
- Within these 3750 minimum hours required, a minimum of 900 hours must be completed in each of 2 of the 6 BABOK® Guide Knowledge Areas OR, a minimum of 500 hours must be completed in each of 4 of the 6 BABOK® Guide Knowledge Areas
- Complete a minimum of 21 hours of Professional Development within the last 4 years
- Provide references
- Agree to Code of Conduct
- Agree to Terms and Conditions
- Pass the exam
What Should I know to be CCBA Certified?
Who is a CCBA?
CCBA Competencies
The CCBA certification is for:
- Individuals with an ECBA™ designation
- Product Managers
- Non-BA consultants
- Trainers
- Hybrid Business Analysis professionals, including: Project Manager, Testers, Quality Assurance (QA) professionals, Change/Transformation Managers, and Designers
Test Your Knowledge
CCBA Exam Sample Questions and Exam Blueprint
The CCBA exam consists of 130 multiple choice scenario-based questions formulated from the BABOK® Guide and must be completed within 3 hours.
CCBA Exam Information
This is a computer-based exam. The CCBA exam can be taken online via proctor format or at a PSI test center. To be admitted to the exam and more details on preparation for this exam, please review our exam information guidelines.
Advancing and Recognizing your BA Skills
The CCBA highlights your capability to work effectively with stakeholders, to model business processes, and identify and evaluate opportunities for better business outcomes.
CCBA certification represents your skills and knowledge applied to real-life scenarios and fortifies you for career advancement.
The IIBA® Annual Business Analysis Salary Survey reports that the average salary of top 5 certification holders is 11% more on average in earnings in comparison to non-certification holders.
Introducing Certification Digital Badges
Show the World You Mean Business
IIBA is pleased to announce we have introduced digital badges as a way to share and validate business analysis certification achievements.
To understand performance expectations for the CCBA® designation, click on the Exam Blueprint, Sample Questions and the links for each Knowledge Area:
CCBA Exam Sample Questions
/
A. Schedule a requirements workshop
B. Model the scope of the requirements
C. Perform stakeholder analysis
D. Prioritize the business requirements
Answer = C
A. Review a paper prototype
B. Use a graphic user interface
C. Observe the product in use
D. Interview the operator
Answer: C
A. Derives- Necessity
B. Derives- Effort
C. Depends- Necessity
D. Depends- Effort
Answer = C
A. Capture customer details for reporting
B. Develop a new portal to sell products and services
C. Increase sales by 30% by the end of next year
D. Create better help text on the existing portal
Answer = C
A. Brainstorm measurable evaluation criteria
B. Apply a checklist to verify quality
C. Evaluate the alignment with solution scope
D. Create list of assumptions to support requirements
Answer = B
CCBA Exam Blueprint
/
|
Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring |
12% |
|
Elicitation and Collaboration |
20% |
|
Requirements Life Cycle Management |
18% |
|
Strategy Analysis |
12% |
|
Requirements Analysis and Design Definition |
32% |
|
Solution Evaluation |
6% |
Endorsed Business Analysis Education and Training
IIBA endorses education and training delivered by EEPs and Academic Members to support the ongoing development of business analysis professionals from entry level to seniority.
How To Ask Your Employer To Invest In Business Analyst Career Development
71% of respondents report their employer pays for training and professional development - 2020 Global Business Analysis Salary Survey
Learn more > iiba.org/business-success
Business Analysis Career Resources
Business Analysis Resources
A curated body of knowledge dedicated to advancing your career in business analysis to create better business outcomes for your organization.
take advantage
Develop Your Business Analysis Career
It's important for you to know what your options are and pursue opportunities for experience, training, and certification that will take you to where you want to go.
Professional Growth Starts Here
Business Analysis Specialization
Business analysis professionals come from many different backgrounds and fulfill different needs to deliver the best business outcome for their organization. Find the resources you need for best practices and specializations relevant to business analysis in today’s transformative world.
Get Started
*Terms & Conditions:
The 20% exam rebate offer applies to IIBA members in good standing, and who purchase and write the following exams: ECBA™, CCBA®, CBAP®, IIBA®-AAC, IIBA®-CBDA, IIBA®-CCA, and IIBA®-CPOA, between November 1 and December 30, 2024, 11:59 PM, Eastern Time (ET). This promotion only applies to new purchases made during the promotional period. The exam cannot be taken on the same day as the exam purchase. The exam fulfillment provider determines exam scheduling availability. The rebate applies to exam fees and exam rewrite fees only. Only payments made via credit card are eligible for the rebate and refunds will be applied in USD after the exam is completed, with processing taking up to January 15, 2025. Currency exchange rates fluctuate daily, so the refunded amount may differ slightly based on exchange rates. The exam rebate applies only to the exam portion of the IIBA®-CCA and IIBA®-CPOA bundled prices. Non-members are welcome to take advantage of this discount by first becoming an IIBA member before making their eligible purchase and exam booking. The offer does not apply to bulk or volume purchase agreements (VPAs), or members of the partner program (formerly the corporate program). The offer may not be used in conjunction with any other promotional code, discount, or offer. This offer is subject to change without notice. Certain exclusions may apply.