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ECBA Exam Preparation
ECBA™ (Entry Certificate in Business Analysis)
Business Analysis Upskill
Unlock success with our IIBA® endorsed ECBA exam preparation classes - quick and easy way to acing your ECBA exam!
Learning mode: Live interactive classes (Online via Zoom)
Duration: Total 4 classes spread over 2 weeks.
(2 classes per week)
Each class duration = 6 hours.
Plus 1 Group Q&A session (1.5 hours)
Plus additional individual support to students
Price:
A$990 + GST* [All 4 classes]
OR attend only the first day (6 hours class) for free**
* Price is in Australian Dollars. GST is charged only to customers in Australia
** Enjoy flexibility and peace of mind: Attend the first 6 hours class for free and then decide if you would like to pay for and attend the full course.
What some of our ECBA course students say about us
Yusra Jiwani
Project Lead
Gaurav is an exceptional trainer...What I genuinely loved about my ECBA training was a solid foundation on which the training was built...Gaurav wonderfully managed to provide a full ECBA theoretical training woven with practical and relevant...super helpful for starters like me...Apart from being my trainer, I found a true coach and mentor in Gaurav...Highly recommended!!
Rahul Bharadwaj Business Analyst
I had signed up for the online ECBA preparation classes under the guidance of Gaurav and was very pleased with the experience...Gaurav brings decades of his own professional experience as a Business Analyst into the picture as he simply explains complex topics on all knowledge areas of the BABOK...Gaurav interlinks concepts in a very cohesive and easy-to-understand way...I would highly recommend his online courses
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ECBA information
What is ECBA?
ECBA™ (Entry Certificate in Business Analysis) is an entry-level certification for people new to business analysis.
As per IIBA (the International Institute of Business Analysis), it covers the foundational knowledge on business analysis according to the BABOK® Guide and showcases that you have the core knowledge and competencies required in the field of business analysis.
Why is ECBA important?
ECBA™ showcases that you have the core knowledge and competencies required in business analysis from the leading authority in business analysis, IIBA.
If you are relatively new to Business Analysis, achieving ECBA helps you stand out from the crowd when applying for Business Analyst jobs/roles and it gives you the required knowledge and confidence to perform well at your work.
Surveys show that certified Business Analysts get paid better than those who do not hold any certification!
What is the process to write the ECBA exam?
IIBA has simplified the process for achieving ECBA certificate by removing the application process and the separate application fee!
Furthermore, the previous requirement for 21 professional development hours has also been removed.
Now you simply need to register for an account with IIBA, agree with their code of conduct/terms and conditions, pay the ECBA exam fee and book a date for the exam. See here for full details.
What is the structure of the ECBA exam?
ECBA™ exam can be written online (it is remote proctored).
The exam duration is 60 minutes. 50 multiple-choice, knowledge-based questions are asked.
ECBA exam sample questions from IIBA can be found here.
Please go through the ECBA handbook from IIBA for further details.
What is asked in the ECBA exam?
The ECBA exam covers a few Knowledge Areas and selected topics from the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK® Guide) version 3.
The exact exam blueprint (i.e., sections from the BABOK guide and what percentage of questions are asked in the exam from the various sections/Knowledge Areas) can be found in the ECBA handbook.
Why choose us for your ECBA exam preparation?
Our ECBA Exam Preparation course is based on the latest BABOK version 3 guide and covers all the sections/Knowledge Areas aligned to the ECBA exam blueprint, as defined by IIBA.
First class (6 hours) is free - Enjoy peace of mind: Attend the first 6 hours class for free (no payment required) and then decide if you would like to attend the full course.
Exam syllabus is vast. Our IIBA-endorsed course has been designed to cover the concepts in a logical and simplified manner.
Individual support provided to students during and after the course to address any queries/doubts.
Plenty of practice questions and answers after each topic to develop your confidence for the real exam!
Trainer is IIBA CBAP® certified with 23 years+ industry experience. Concepts from the BABOK guide are explained in relation to real-world application to enable better understanding.
Free 1.5 hours of questions and answers session one week after the training to address any lingering doubts.
Option to withdraw from the training up to 1 day before the classes start. Full refund provided. For Cancellation and refund options, see T&C
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Course outline
Note: Exam practice questions and answers are covered after each topic
Day 1 and 2
1. Overview of ECBA™ certification 2. Overview of Business Analysis concepts 3. Overview of SDLC and software development methodologies (Waterfall and Agile) 4. Introduction - Structure of the BABOK® Guide 5. Business Analysis Key Concepts (including BACCM™ model) 6. Knowledge Area: Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring 7. Knowledge Area: Elicitation and Collaboration
Day 3 and 4
1. Knowledge Area: Requirements Life Cycle Management 2. Knowledge Area: Requirements Analysis and Design Definition 3. Underlying Competencies 4. Business Analysis Techniques (Part 1) 5. Business Analysis Techniques (Part 2) 6. More exam questions & answers preparation
Need more information? Want to find out what the course pre-requisites are, learning outcomes and other related information?
If you find the BABOK guide vast and complex, and wish to clear your ECBA exam, but don't know where to start, you have come to the right place!
Who are we?
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We are an Australia-based training company, IIBA® Endorsed Education Provider, providing specialist training services to individuals and corporates (within Australia and Internationally)
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We specialise in Business Analysis and provide top quality, IIBA® endorsed training (online and classroom) at competitive prices.
​Business Analysis Upskill, Australian ABN: 70 643 057 087
Who will run the classes?
Founder & Lead Trainer
Gaurav Kathuria
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Passionate CBAP®, CSM®, CPM® Business Analyst Trainer and Coach.
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Best selling author of "Web Content Management with Documentum" (Packt Publishing 2006).
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23 years+ IT industry experience (14 years+ Business Analysis experience).
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25+ projects successfully executed across 6 countries.
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Founder & Lead Trainer - Business Analysis Upskill (IIBA® Endorsed Education Provider).
No prior analysis experience?
That's Okay! This course requires no previous analysis experience.​
Not familiar with Agile?
That's Okay! We cover a few basic Agile concepts in this course.
Not from an IT background?
That's Okay! We cover a few basic IT and software development concepts.
Find the BABOK guide vast and complex?
We get it! We cover the required sections from the BABOK guide in an easy-to-understand way.
Training highlights
Course duration - Total 4 classes spread over 2 weeks (i.e., 2 classes per week).
Each class runs for approximately 6 hours.
IIBA® Endorsed Course - endorsed by the International Institute of Business Analysis and aligned to the latest BABOK® guide (version 3) required by the ECBA exam.
First class is free - Attend the first 6 hours class for free (no payment required) and then decide if you would like to attend the full course.
CBAP® Trainer - Trainer with 14 years+ Business Analysis experience (Total 23 years+ industry experience across 6 countries).
Individual support to students - provided during and after the course to address any queries/doubts.
Free cancellation, Full refund - After paying, if you change your mind - no problem! You can withdraw from the training up to 1 day before the classes start. Full refund provided.
Knowledge Areas, Tools & Techniques - Course covers all the sections, Knowledge Areas and Tools/Techniques from the BABOK® guide required for the ECBA exam.
Practice Questions & Answers - Several practice questions and answers after each section/topic to develop your confidence for the ECBA exam.
Training Certificate of Completion - Students get a certificate at the end of the training, clearly showing IIBA® endorsed course and 24 PD hours/CDUs earned from the training.
Post training support - Free 1.5 hours group questions and answers session one week after the training to clarify any lingering doubts.
Loyalty Discount (20%) - 20% discount on all the future training programs, once you have attended any training (see T&C).
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Course booking
Here's what some people say: Testimonials
ECBA Exam Preparation (May 2024 batch)
Total no. of classes: Total 4 classes spread over two weeks (i.e., 2 Saturdays and 2 Sundays)
Dates:
Week #1: May 18th and 19th,
Week #2: May 25th and 26th
Course type: Online via Zoom (Instructor-led)
Class time: Each day 12.30 pm to 6.30 pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), i.e. Melbourne time
Trainer: Gaurav Kathuria
You earn: 24 PD hours/CDUs (what is this?)
Course includes​
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20% discount on all future courses (See T&C)
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1.5 hrs free Q&A session 1 week after the course
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Personal support to students
A$990* + GST
(GST is only charged to Australian customers.)
By paying for the course, you are agreeing to our Terms & Conditions
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* Price quoted is in Australian dollars.
A$0 (FREE class)
Not sure?
Want to try out the first class and then decide?
Enjoy the flexibility and peace of mind​
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Attend the first 6 hours class for free.
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No payment required (no card details taken).
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At the end of the first class - if you decide to attend the remaining course, just let us know and pay the full course fee!
ECBA Exam Preparation (June 2024 batch)
Total no. of classes: Total 4 classes spread over two weeks (i.e., 2 classes per week)
Dates:
Week #1: June 8th and 9th,
Week #2: June 15th and 16th
Course type: Online via Zoom (Instructor-led)
Class time: Each day 12.30 pm to 6.30 pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), i.e. Melbourne time
Trainer: Gaurav Kathuria
You earn: 24 PD hours/CDUs (what is this?)
Course includes​
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20% discount on all future courses (See T&C)
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1.5 hrs free Q&A session 1 week after the course
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Personal support to students
A$990* + GST
(GST is only charged to Australian customers.)
By paying for the course, you are agreeing to our Terms & Conditions
Secure card payments powered by Stripe
* Price quoted is in Australian dollars.
A$0 (FREE class)
Not sure?
Want to try out the first class and then decide?
Enjoy the flexibility and peace of mind​
-
Attend the first 6 hours class for free.
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No payment required (no card details taken).
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At the end of the first class - if you decide to attend the remaining course, just let us know and pay the full course fee!
Need more info? Do you have any questions in mind? Unsure if this training is right for you?
Contact us for a no-obligation, open discussion. We will be happy to help you!
Additional course details
Pre-requisites & Audience
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Basic working knowledge of Computers and MS Office required.
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No prior knowledge of Business/IT/Domain/BABOK knowledge/Business Analysis experience required.
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Suitable for new starters, those switching careers and even practicing Business Analysts!
Primary Learning Outcomes
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Information and knowledge for clearing your ECBA exam and achieving ECBA certificate.
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Rich understanding of the relevant Business Analysis Knowledge Areas and Techniques in the BABOK® guide.
Value proposition
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Looking for a BA job? The course helps you achieve ECBA certification to improve your chances of getting a job and enriches you wth BA skills.
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Preparing for BA Certification? The course provides good knowledge of the BABOK guide and several practice questions & answers to help you clear the ECBA exam.
Resources provided
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Full course slides and quizzes with answers for all the training modules.
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Commonly used BA templates (e.g., BRD/FRS documents, Requirements Traceability Matrix, Business Case template etc.)
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A free Quick Revision manual for 50 BA Techniques to help you do speed revision for the exam.
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Free Document Templates/Resources included in the Training
You get the following BA document templates for free as part of the Training package:
Business Case template
Business / Stakeholder Requirements document template
Requirements Traceability Matrix template
Use Case Template ...and more!
Plus you get a free Quick Revision manual for 50 BA Techniques to help you do speed revision for your ECBA exam!
Course Completion
You get a course completion certificate on the successful completion of the training course.
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The certificate highlights the 24 PD hours/CDUs earned from the course.
You also get free 1.5 hours questions and answers session 1 week after the training.
Sample course content
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Want to see some sample training content?
Here's a short video that compares Use cases and Functional requirements.
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