Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA®)
$399 USD $249 USD
ECBA™ Self-Paced Course: Learn Business Analysis at Your Own Pace. Enroll Now!
ECBA® Self-Paced Course
Early-career BAs, graduates, career-switchers, and professionals who want a solid foundation in BABOK® v3 concepts and terminology.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the 6 BABOK® knowledge areas (KAs) and key concepts
- Recognise common BA techniques and when to use them
- Practice core skills: requirements basics, stakeholder engagement, simple models
- Build exam confidence with guided drills and short scenario questions
What’s Included in the ECBA™ Certification Course?
When you enrol in the ECBA™ Self-Paced Course, you receive resources, support, and tools to guide your effective learning.
Comprehensive BABOK® Guide Coverage
Learn structured BABOK® Guide concepts including BACCM™, classification models, perspectives, stakeholders, requirements, and practical applications for effective analysis.
Expert-Led Video Training
Certified instructors explain ECBA™ domains with simplified lessons, ensuring clarity, understanding, and strong foundational knowledge required for exam.
Professional Development (PD) Hours
Receive twenty-one professional development hours, meeting eligibility criteria required to attempt ECBA™ certification exam confidently worldwide.
Hands-On Techniques & Tools
Understand elicitation, modeling, collaboration, and requirement analysis through techniques aligned with BABOK® Guide practices effectively.
Community & Study Support
Engage with peers, share resources, practice exercises, and gain mentor guidance to successfully progress during your preparation journey.
Flexible Online Access
Access course content anytime on mobile, tablet, or desktop devices with assessments, resources, and complete flexibility for learning.
Practice Exams & Mock Questions
Boost exam readiness through realistic practice exams, simulated questions, and confidence-building activities aligned with ECBA™ domains effectively.
Comprehensive Study Resources
Utilize flashcards, guides, handouts, and insider exam strategies, offering everything required for successful ECBA® certification preparation journey.
Certificate of Completion
Upon course completion, receive a certificate showcasing readiness, exam eligibility, and dedication toward achieving business analysis career.
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| Plan Duration | Price |
| 3 Months | $199 |
| 6 Months | $229 |
| 1 Year | $249 |
ECBA™ Self-Paced Course
$399 USD $249 USD
Syllabus (BABOK® v3)
Business Analysis Planning & Monitoring
- BA approach selection, stakeholder list, information management basics
- Planning for elicitation, traceability at a beginner level
Elicitation & Collaboration
- Preparing for elicitation, asking effective questions
- Conducting interviews, workshops, and simple document analysis
- Basic collaboration behaviors and communication hygiene
Requirements Lifecycle Management
- What “traceability” means (and simple ways to do it)
- Baseline vs. change; maintaining requirement quality
Strategy Analysis (intro)
- Current vs. future state at a high level
- Simple risk awareness and value thinking
Requirements Analysis & Design Definition (foundations)
- Writing clear functional/non-functional requirements
- Introduction to user stories, acceptance criteria, simple process maps
Solution Evaluation (intro)
- What to measure, basic metrics and feedback loops
Core techniques covered (ECBA depth)
- Interviews, workshops, observation, document analysis
- Process modelling (basic BPMN), use cases (light), user stories, acceptance criteria
- Prioritisation (MoSCoW basics), simple impact/risk checklists
- Context diagrams, basic data concepts (entities/attributes), decision tables (intro)
Practice & assessment
- Bite-size quiz sets per KA
- Short scenario questions to apply concepts
- Two staged practice tests (foundation level)
- Study plan + terminology flashcards
Take-aways
Glossary, technique cheat sheets, simple templates (stakeholder list, elicitation plan, user story/AC, basic requirements log).
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IIBA Certification Exams Fees (USD)
| Certification | Application Fee | Exam Fee (Member) | Exam Fee (Non-Member) | Retake Fee (Member) | Retake Fee (Non-Member) | Recertification (3 yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECBA | Included in package | ~$395 | — | — | — | — |
| CCBA | $145 | $250 | $405 | $195 | $350 | $85 (Member) / $120 (Non-Member) |
| CBAP | $145 | $350 | $505 | $295 | $450 | $85 (Member) / $120 (Non-Member) |
| Certification | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| ECBA | Included in package |
| CCBA | $145 |
| CBAP | $145 |
| Certification | Exam Fee (Member) |
|---|---|
| ECBA | ~$395 |
| CCBA | $250 |
| CBAP | $350 |
| Certification | Exam Fee (Non-Member) |
|---|---|
| ECBA | — |
| CCBA | $405 |
| CBAP | $505 |
| Certification | Retake Fee (Member) |
|---|---|
| ECBA | — |
| CCBA | $195 |
| CBAP | $295 |
| Certification | Retake Fee (Non-Member) |
|---|---|
| ECBA | — |
| CCBA | $350 |
| CBAP | $450 |
| Certification | Recertification (3 yrs) |
|---|---|
| ECBA | — |
| CCBA | $85 (Member) / $120 (Non-Member) |
| CBAP | $85 (Member) / $120 (Non-Member) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ECBA™ Certification?
The Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA™) is an entry-level certification offered by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®). It validates your knowledge of business analysis fundamentals, concepts, and techniques as outlined in the BABOK® Guide. ECBA™ is designed for students, new graduates, or professionals looking to start a career in business analysis.
What are the eligibility requirements for ECBA™?
According to IIBA®, candidates must complete a minimum of 21 hours of professional development (PD) training in the last four years, aligned with the BABOK® Guide. No prior work experience is required, making it the perfect certification for beginners in business analysis.
What topics are covered in the ECBA™ exam?
The ECBA™ exam is based on the BABOK® Guide v3 and covers knowledge areas such as:
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Business Analysis Planning & Monitoring
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Elicitation & Collaboration
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Requirements Life Cycle Management
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Strategy Analysis
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Requirements Analysis & Design Definition
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Solution Evaluation
These domains are outlined in your course slides and the official IIBA exam content outline.
Why is the ECBA™ exam changing in 2025?
The ECBA™ exam is being updated from July 21, 2025, to better reflect the skills employers expect from new business analysts. The redesigned exam emphasizes practical application, BACCM™ concepts, and job-ready competencies, ensuring candidates can contribute effectively from day one.
What resources should I study for the new ECBA™ exam?
To prepare for the 2025 exam, candidates should focus on:
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The Business Analysis Standard – for understanding BACCM™, analysis mindset, and applying techniques.
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The BABOK® Guide v3 – for tasks, competencies, and techniques aligned with the new exam domains.
How many questions are on the ECBA™ exam and what is the format?
The ECBA™ exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions, based on knowledge and comprehension of business analysis concepts. It is delivered via remote online proctoring through IIBA’s testing partner. The exam duration is 75 minutes.
How does this ECBA™ Self-Paced Course prepare me for the exam?
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This course is structured into modules aligned with the BABOK® Guide and provides more than the required 21 PD hours. It includes:
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Instructor-led video lessons
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BABOK® concepts breakdown (BACCM™, requirements, stakeholder analysis, solution evaluation, etc.)
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Practice questions simulating the exam environment
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Study resources like guides, handouts, and mock tests
By completing the course, you meet IIBA’s eligibility requirements and gain the knowledge needed to pass the ECBA™ exam.
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