BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Training Overview

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BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Course Outline

Module 1: Agile Philosophy

  • Business Analysis Service Framework
  • Business Agility
    • Definition of Business Agility
    • Four Dimensions of Business Agility
  • Agile Business Analyst
    • Enabling Business Agility
    • Supporting Agile Software Projects
    • Agile Manifesto for Business Analysts
  • Growth and Fixed Mindsets
    • Definitions

Module 2: Agile Principles

  • Three Elements of Agile Delivery
    • Mindset
    • Practices
    • Methods
  • Agile Manifesto
  • Six Core Agile Values
    • Collaborative Working
    • Self-Managing Teams: Tuckman & Jenson Theory of Group Development
    • Continuous Improvement and Analysis
    • Kaizen
    • 8 Wastes of Lean (TIMWOODS)
    • PDSA
    • Iterative Development and Incremental Delivery
    • Planning for and Building in Change
    • Doing the Right Thing and the Thing Right

Module 3: Agile Methods

  • Key Elements in Agile Methods
  • Agile Methods
    • Scrum: Three Pillars of Scrum, the Sprint, Four Key Scrum Events, the Scrum Team, Three Scrum Artefacts
    • XP: Five Rules of XP
    • DSDM/Agile PM: DSDM Life Cycle Phases
    • SAFe: Overview Description

Module 4: Working with Stakeholders and Roles

  • Stakeholder Engagement
    • Nature of Stakeholders
    • Multi-Skilled Team
  • Stakeholder Categories, Roles and Perspectives
    • Business/Governance Stakeholders: Project Sponsor, Business Managers, Project Manager, Programme Manager
    • Architecture Domain Stakeholders: Business Architect, Solution Architect, Software Architect, Data Architect
    • Development Team Stakeholders: Domain Expert, End-user, Team Leader, Software Developer, Software Tester
    • External Stakeholders: Customer, Supplier, Competitor, Regulator

Module 5: Modelling the Business Context

  • Business Analysis and the Business Context
  • Cynefin Framework
  • Functional Model Map (FMM)
    • Three Perspectives of the FMM
    • Areas of Relevance for Business Analysts
  • Modelling the Business System
    • POPIT™ Model
    • Business Activity Models
    • Business Use Case Models
    • Business Epics

Module 6: Goal Decomposition and Prioritisation

  • Goal and Functional Decomposition
  • Cockburn’s Levels of Goal
  • The Importance of Prioritisation
  • Prioritisation Techniques
    • Kano
    • MoSCoW
    • WSJF
  • Prioritisation Decomposition

Module 7: Deciding the Requirements Approach

  • Requirements Engineering Framework: Requirements Slices
  • Product Owner Role
  • Techniques for Elaborating Requirements Iteratively
  • Prototyping
    • Five Prototyping Dimensions
    • Types of Prototype
  • Definition of Ready and Definition of Done

Module 8: Modelling Roles, Stories and Scenarios

  • User Research and Analysis
  • User Roles
    • Identifying and Documenting User Roles
    • Analysing Personas and Misuse Characters
  • Modelling the System Context and Scope
    • Context Diagram
  • User Stories
    • INVEST
    • Hierarchy of User Stories
    • Compound Stories
    • Complex Stories
    • 3Cs
  • Techniques
    • Scenario Analysis
    • Behaviour-Driven Development
    • Story Mapping

Module 9: Organising and Estimating Requirements

  • Types of Requirements: Technical, General, Functional, Non-Functional
  • Itemised Backlogs
    • Solution Backlog
    • Release Backlog
    • Iteration Backlog
  • Ordering the Backlog
  • Documenting Non-Functional Requirements
  • Hierarchy of Use Cases and User Stories
  • Estimation Techniques
    • Wideband Delphi
    • Relative Sizing
    • Planning Poker

Module 10: Planning and Managing Iterations

  • Iteration
  • Iterations and Goals
  • Planning the Iteration
    • Calculating Team Velocity
  • Techniques to Manage the Iteration
    • Daily Stand-Ups
    • Agile Boards
    • Burn Down Charts
    • Iteration Reviews
    • Show and Tell
    • Retrospectives
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Who Should Attend the BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis?

This course is designed to empower professionals involved in Agile projects with the tools and knowledge to thrive in dynamic and adaptive environments. This certification equips delegates with the skills to identify business needs, assess solutions, and support the successful delivery of Agile projects. Here is a list of professionals who will benefit from attending this course:

  • Business Analysts
  • Agile Project Managers
  • Product Owners
  • Scrum Masters
  • Change Managers
  • Programme Managers
  • Risk Analysts
  • Quality Assurance Professionals

Prerequisites of the BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis

There are no formal prerequisites for pursuing this certification. However, a basic understanding of Agile principles and methodologies is recommended to help delegates gain maximum value from this training course.

BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Course Overview

Agile Business Analysis is the process that is used to match business objectives to project implementation by agile techniques and agile practices. Agile business analysts are very crucial in ensuring value in Agile structures. 

Agile practices enable delegates to work out customer requirements, evaluate the effects of solutions, and extract maximum value. They learn how to collaborate in Agile cross-functional and dynamic teams through Agile frameworks. 

This is a 3-day Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis by The Knowledge Academy, which discusses agile approaches and models. It enables Agile business analysts to utilize principles in order to achieve successful projects.

BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Course Objectives

To provide delegates with an in-depth understanding of Agile Business Analysis practices

  • To equip delegates with the knowledge and skills required to align business goals with Agile delivery
  • To help delegates identify and deliver maximum value to stakeholders through effective analysis
  • To develop the ability to foster collaboration within cross-functional Agile teams
  • To enable delegates to support the successful delivery of Agile projects through value-driven approaches
  • To emphasise customer satisfaction and adaptive planning, ensuring project success

Upon successful completion of the course and examination, delegates will receive the BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis, a globally recognised qualification that strengthens their profile in Agile and business analysis roles.

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What’s Included in this BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Course?

  • BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Examination
  • World-Class Training Session from Experienced Instructors
  • BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack
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BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Exam Information

The exam assesses candidates understanding of Agile philosophy, core principles, methods, stakeholder analysis, and Agile techniques. It also evaluates their ability to apply Lean concepts, user story techniques, planning methods, and the Business Analysts role in Agile adoption.

  • Question Type: 40 Multiple Choice questions
  • Duration: 90 minutes
  • Supervised: Yes
  • Open Book: No (no materials can be taken into the examination room)
  • Pass mark: 26/40 (65%)
  • Delivery: Digital or paper based
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What is BCS Professional Certificate In Agile Business Analysis?

The BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis validates skills in applying agile methods and frameworks to business change. It equips professionals to combine agile practices with analysis techniques for effective project delivery.

What is the duration of the course?

This course takes 3-days to complete during which delegates participate in intensive learning sessions that cover various course topics.

Are there any prerequisites or required skills?

This course does not mandate any formal prerequisites; however, it is advisable that the individual should have an idea about business analysis or Agile practice. Agile Project experience or BCS Foundation Certificate can be of help.

What are the advantages of obtaining BCS Professional Certificate In Agile Business Analysis Certification?

This certification can increase your credibility, further develop your Agile and BA skills, increase your employment opportunities, and contribute to making business needs aligned with Agile solutions. It is perfect in career expansion in Agile occupations and effective project implementation.

Are there any hands-on learning in this course?

Yes, the course will also involve practical learning in form of practical exercises, case studies, and real life situations. Such exercises will ensure the strengthening of the concepts and techniques of Agile, which will allow the learners to use their knowledge in real business analysis scenarios.

What kind of support is available if I encounter challenges during the course?

You’ll receive continuous guidance from expert trainers, along with access to learning materials and resources. Our dedicated support team is also available to help resolve queries quickly throughout your training journey.

Is this BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Course accredited?

Yes, this course is entirely accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. It conforms to the official syllabus and is provided by registered training providers to maintain the quality of training and its conformity to the industry standards.

Will I receive a certification upon completion of the course?

Yes, you will receive a recognised certification upon successfully completing the course. This certification validates your learning achievements and serves as a valuable credential to support your professional growth.

What is the format and duration of the exams?

The BCS Agile Business Analysis exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 90 minutes. It has a passing mark of 65% (26 correct answers). The exam can be taken online or paper based.

What are the pass marks for the examinations?

To pass the exam, you need to attain a minimum of 65 percent and this means answering 26 questions out of 40 questions correctly.

How can completing this training impact my salary?

Earning a Certificate of the BCS Agile Business Analysis can increase your wages by confirming the skills of Agile. Professions that are certified usually attract salary increments of 13-16 percent compared to uncertified professionals. It improves the chances of employment, as you can work in more advanced and better-paying positions and career development in the field of Agile business analysis.

What are the career opportunities after completing the course?

Distinct roles such as Agile Business Analyst, Product Owner, Scrum Master or Agile Coach can be followed after BCS Agile Business Analysis certificate. It introduces opportunities in the fields of IT, finance, and consulting, increasing the career development and demand of qualified professionals in Agile settings.

How can this certification enhance my career prospects?

This course complements your career by passing Agile skills and increasing your Agile management skills and your marketability. It contributes to making you unique in the eyes of employers, opening more career opportunities, and becoming the leader in Agile teams.

How does this course stay current with industry trends?

The BCS Agile Business Analysis Course is meant to be in tandem with the recent trends and practices of Agile and its content is constantly being updated in line with the industry changes. Focusing on iterative development, teamwork, and the ongoing improvement process, it makes the learners acquainted with the relevant, up-to-date skills that would help him or her survive in the modern Agile surroundings.

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The training fees for BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Training in Exeter starts from £2995

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