CBAP Certification Prep Training Course Overview

Adaptive US is the only training organization to offer 100% Success or 100% Refund Guarantee on your CBAP training. As part of the 100% Success or 100% Refund, Adaptive pays a retake fee of USD 295 for the CBAP retake examination to IIBA, in the off chance that a student fails to clear the exam in the first attempt after following our suggested approach. If the student is unsuccessful in the 2nd attempt after following our recommended approach, Adaptive will pay the retake fees once more, and for the 3rd unsuccessful attempt, Adaptive will refund the training fees paid by the student (course fees-Payments made to IIBA for membership and application filing). We succeed with your success and fail with your failure. Back to Deliverables

Technology today offers tremendous opportunities to improve businesses. Business Analyst is a role where one can contribute to the organization's strategy, its offerings, its revenue, and its margin. It offers a great opportunity to interact with many stakeholders, develop innovative solutions and improve existing solutions. Business Analysts are the bridge between Business stakeholders and Technology Architects. The demand for Business Analysts is at an all-time high and the benefits are worth taking-up business analysis as a career choice. As a Business Analyst, one will always have a challenging and new job role or project in hand due to the uniqueness of each problem in varied companies. This is among the most popular certification courses for Business Analysts and is an infallible way to a successful career. Some of the benefits of getting this certification are:

• According to the 2020 Business Analysis Salary Survey Report by IIBA, BAs who hold this certification earn 59% more than non-certified individuals.
• It is an established credential and makes a business analyst's competence known and recognized globally by peers and management.

• It provides better career growth and job opportunities.
• The knowledge and skills acquired through this certification enable one to become an effective and efficient BA.
• It demonstrates continuous dedication to the profession to prospective employers.
• It helps BAs achieve reliable, quality results with enhanced efficiency and consistency.
• Industry reports predict that business analysis is one of the fastest-growing IT occupations and one of the top desired skills for tech workers.
• It also gives a positive feeling and enhanced confidence about achieving a milestone in one's BA career.

This certification from IIBA is aimed at business analysis professionals having 5 years of experience. It is a competency-based certification based on BABoK v3.

To earn this certification, applicants must meet the following criteria such as:

1. 7500 hours in the last 10 years, 900 hours of which should be in four out of the six Knowledge areas from BABOK® Guide Version 3 
2. 35 hours of Professional Development (PD Hours) in the past four years
3. Two references from a career manager, client or Certified Business Analysis Professional – CBAP®
4. A Signed Code of Conduct with IIBA

Adaptive US provides application review for this and filing support There is a good chance that you may ignore some part of your work experience and not count them as relevant BA experience. This certification is most suited for senior business analysts having a minimum of 5 years of experience performing the business analysis tasks.

What counts as a business analysis experience

• Requirements gathering and elicitation
• Requirements management
• Requirements analysis
• Process analysis
• Process Mapping
• Process Modeling
• Process set up/definition
• Requirements planning
• Solution evaluation
• The solution set up/structuring
• Solution selection
• ERP implementation-related activities

What does not count as a business analysis experience

• Managing requirements engineers
• Design/Development
• Coding
• Testing
• Project Management
• Status Reporting
• Operations

As part of the Adaptive US training program, the coach will guide you through the entire application filing process.

This certification is provided by the IIBA upon passing the CBAP exam of 3.5 hours.

The application for this certification exam happens through the IIBA website. The detailed steps on how to fill the IIBA application form can be found in the CBAP Handbook in the IIBA website.

Adaptive US offers an application simulator, which takes care of all the requirements from IIBA for this certification examination.

Individuals who have attained this designation must demonstrate an ongoing professional commitment to the business analysis profession by satisfying the CBAP Recertification criteria. Please check the Recertification Handbook in the IIBA website for details.

This certification is achieved after appearing for the exam that is 3.5 hours long. The exam has 120 multiple choice questions with only one correct option.

• The  questions are a mix of scenario-based questions  (~65-70%) and case based questions (~30-35%).
• Case based questions are  usually long cases (1-1.5 pages of information) with multiple questions (3 to 5 questions) about the case
The exam assesses the candidates practical application of the defined competencies for this level 3 certification in the IIBA Certification Framework. The current exam pattern is based on v3.0 of the BABOK Guide is as follows:

Explore FREE exam model questions in Adaptive's Learning Portal - Thinkific 

Examination weightage KA wise

The  exam fee/cost is as follows:

The first attempt of the exam is $350.00 USD for IIBA members and $505.00 USD for non-members, plus GST/HST for Canadian residents. The second attempt of the  exam is $295.00 USD for IIBA members and $450.00 USD for non-members, plus GST/HST for Canadian residents. The  application fee to be paid to IIBA is $145 for IIBA members as well as non-members, plus GST/HST for Canadian residents.
View more details on CBAP certification cost.

According to the 2021 Annual Business Analysis Salary Survey Summary Report by IIBA, holders of this certification earn 26% more than non-certified respondents. The average earnings for top 1/3 of CBAP holders is $120,395 USD.

You will get 35 IIBA PD hours/35 IIBA PDUs/ 35 CDU credits upon completion of the course. 35 IIBA PD hours/35 IIBA PDUs can be claimed by participants who wish to write the CBAP Certification exam, as this is mandated by IIBA as a pre-requisite to appear for the exam. 35 CDUs can be claimed by participants who are already certified by IIBA® (either CBAP or CCBA) and need to accumulate 60 CDUs every 3 years to renew their certification.

All candidates who wish to take IIBA certifications must read and agree to a mandatory Code of Conduct prior to applying in order to be able to proceed with your application. For more information on this, please visit the IIBA website.

This certification opens doors to a rewarding and successful career in business analysis. It gives greater confidence and fulfilment at work. The salary increase that comes with attaining this credential from IIBA is totally worth it in comparison to the investment that has to be made into it. It also gives you an opportunity to become part of an elite group of professionals who are known for their dedication and commitment to the field of business analysis.

We typically recommend 150-200 hours of preparation after attending the training session. Follow the below given process to ace the exam:

• Prepare a schedule and stick to the schedule (Grab your FREE copy of  the week wise exam preparation plan from Adaptive's Learning Portal - Thinkific > Exam Prep Help section & learn how to pass this certification exam in 12 weeks!)
• Start your preparation with the Adaptive CBAP study guide
• Take up one chapter at a time from the Adaptive US Study guide and test your understanding with the chapter based scenario and case study questions
• Complete the IIBA application filing with Adaptive US' application simulator that we provide as part of the training deliverable
• Revise the concepts by reading the Adaptive US Study guide 2/3 times and BABoK Study guide 2/3 times
• Attempt the 6 Adaptive US simulations comprising of 120 questions and review incorrect answers. In total, Adaptive provides 2300+ exam model questions to test your preparation
• Once you score about 85%+ in the model questions, you are ready to appear for the exam
• Book your exam dates 4 or 6 weeks later, preferably on a Monday
• Take the exam and become a proud holder of the CBAP® credential

There is 155 USD discount for IIBA members on the examination fees.

Self-study is not recommended for this certification exam for the following reasons:

• You need 35 PDUs for the IIBA application process and PD hours are obtained only from the live training.
• Clearing this exam is quite hard as there are no direct questions
• All the questions require deeper understanding of concepts, tasks and techniques, which comes only with the guidance, and mentoring of experienced coaches and study materials.
• Time management remains a big challenge till date and the exam prep tricks and tips from our coaches helps our participants to sail through this challenge.

The exam candidates will be notified immediately on screen once they submit their computer-based exam. For those who fail the exam, they will be provided with additional information, specifically the Knowledge Areas that require their attention.

You may take the exam up to 3 times within the 1-year application expiry period. There is no wait time between exam sittings. If you take the exam all 3 times and do not pass, you must wait until your application expires before you can reapply

The exam has 2 types of questions - scenario based and case-based. Adaptive's Learning Portal - Thinkific provides sample questions of both types.

Read on to move ahead in your BA career.

Yes, you have been a Business Analyst, done and lived the analyst role, been through all this, now it doesn't seem so interesting anymore.

Is this something you have been through as a Senior BA / BA Manager?

So what next?

Here is a very broad guideline for the career progression of a BA.

Four common career paths BAs can pursue are:
1. Business analysis
2. Product management
3. Project management
4. Consulting

However having said that it depends on the persons interest, domain/technical knowledge, interest to learn new concepts and risk-taking ability which determines largely the career progress.

If you are risk-taking and open to learn new concepts/domain, you can change your domain and move to a new field and establish yourself to be a good player in the field. This gives you good exposure and makes your career prospects broader. That makes you a good candidate for a senior executive position.

If you love what you are good at and aim to become an expert in the same without changing gears then you can master your domain including getting into other areas in the same domain. This can include having a good hold on the tools and products prevalent in the domain. This can make you a great specialist and unique in the field, which is invaluable for your career.

You can make yourself a great consultant in a particular field and can think of working with multiple clients to give them a part of your time and expert guidance. In return, this gives you the flexibility and the rich experience of working with multiple clients.

There is no better time than now to start something good.

Go and Kiss the world as per your taste and interest, the world is all yours if you can make it and believe in yourself.

There is no official data from IIBA to answer this question as IIBA does not disclose this information. However, from our experience and the experience of our past students, we know that it is safe to assume that the exam's passing score is more than 70%. Hence, we suggest targeting 85%+ in the mock tests in order to be successful in the final exam.

All exam dumps pertaining to this certification are essentially fraud. IIBA guards the exam content in an extremely secured manner. Given the complexity level of this exam, there is not even 1% chance of passing this exam with so-called exam dumps. 

However, there are model exam questions prepared by experts which resemble the actual exam questions. Explore Adaptive's FREE CBAP model questions prepared by experts who are part of the IIBA exam setting committee.

Adaptive provides 6 simulators (Highest by any EEP) and these have been validated by hundreds of our past certified students.

Explore model questions in Adaptive's Learning Portal - Thinkific.

The average earnings for top 1/3 of CBAP holders is $120,395 USD. Business Analysis Professionals who hold this certification earn 26% more vs non-certified professionals as per the 2021 IIBA Salary Survey.

3 to 4 months is a reasonable duration to complete this certification preparation.

Grab your FREE copy of the week wise exam preparation plan from Adaptive's Learning Portal - Thinkific > Exam Prep Help section and see how you can achieve your certification goal in 12 weeks!

This certification is valid for 3 years.

Recertification does not require one to rewrite the exam.

Adaptive US assists you fully in the application process (as per the product plans)

Adaptive's Learning Portal - Thinkific provides sample questions.

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Master Class and Ultimate Plan with IIBA Fees options are available.

The CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) is a professional certification offered by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) to recognize individuals who have demonstrated their competency in business analysis.

Benefits of CBAP certification:

Credibility: CBAP certification indicates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and expertise required for effective business analysis, which can enhance your credibility with clients and employers.

Career advancement: CBAP certification can help you stand out from the crowd and increase your chances of getting promoted or advancing in your career.

Professional development: CBAP certification requires ongoing professional development, ensuring that you stay up-to-date with the latest industry standards and best practices.

Network opportunities: CBAP certification can help you connect with other business analysts, share best practices, and expand your professional network.

Business analysis experience: Applicants must have a minimum of 7,500 hours of business analysis experience within the past 10 years, including a minimum of 900 hours in each of four of the six knowledge areas in the BABOK (Business Analysis Body of Knowledge).

Professional development: Applicants must have completed a minimum of 35 hours of Professional Development in the past four years.

References: Applicants must provide two references from a career manager, client or Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) recipient.

Exam: Applicants must pass a comprehensive exam based on the BABOK. The exam consists of 120 multiple-choice questions and must be completed within 3.5 hours.

Overall, the CBAP certification is a valuable credential for business analysts who want to enhance their professional credibility, advance their careers, and stay up-to-date with the latest industry standards.

Once you have met the eligibility criteria, you can apply for the CBAP exam by following these steps:

Create an account on the IIBA website

Complete the online application form

Update your work experience, references and professional development hours

Pay the application fee

The application fee for the CBAP exam varies depending on your location and IIBA membership status. Please note that the fees are subject to change and you should check the IIBA website for the most up-to-date information.

The Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) exam is designed to test a candidate's knowledge and skills in business analysis. The exam pattern consists of 120 multiple-choice questions that must be answered within a 3.5-hour time limit. The questions are based on the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) version 3.0.

The CBAP exam is divided into six knowledge areas, namely, Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring, Elicitation and Collaboration, Requirements Life Cycle Management, Strategy Analysis, Requirements Analysis and Design Definition, and Solution Evaluation. Each knowledge area covers a certain percentage of the exam, and the questions are distributed accordingly.

The passing score for the CBAP exam is not publicly disclosed by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), the organization that administers the exam.

The career path of a business analyst typically involves several stages of professional growth, which may include the following:

Entry-level: At the entry level, a business analyst typically works on small projects or supports a more experienced business analyst on larger projects. They may be responsible for gathering and documenting requirements, creating process maps, and analyzing data.

Mid-level: After gaining some experience, a business analyst may progress to a mid-level role where they are responsible for leading small to medium-sized projects. They may also be involved in developing business cases, creating project plans, and managing stakeholder relationships.

Senior-level: At the senior level, a business analyst may be responsible for leading large, complex projects and managing teams of other business analysts. They may also be involved in developing business strategies and providing guidance to executives and other stakeholders.

Subject matter expert: As a subject matter expert, a business analyst may focus on a specific area of expertise such as data analytics, business process improvement, or project management. They may be responsible for developing best practices, providing training, and mentoring other business analysts.

Management: Finally, a business analyst may move into a management role where they are responsible for overseeing a team of business analysts or managing a business analysis function within an organization.

It's important to note that the exact career path for a business analyst can vary depending on the organization and industry. Additionally, some business analysts may choose to specialize in a specific area of business analysis such as requirements management, data analysis, or business process improvement.

CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) certification is a credential awarded by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) to individuals who demonstrate a high level of competency in the field of business analysis.

To maintain CBAP certification, you must recertify every three years. Here are the steps for the CBAP recertification process:

Accumulate Continuing Development Units (CDUs): To maintain your CBAP certification, you need to earn 60 CDUs in three years. CDUs are earned by participating in various activities related to business analysis, such as attending conferences, taking training courses, writing articles, and volunteering for IIBA.

Submit CDUs: Once you have accumulated the required number of CDUs, you need to submit them to IIBA for review. You can submit your CDUs through the IIBA website.

Pay Recertification Fee: After IIBA approves your CDUs, you need to pay a recertification fee. The fee is currently $85 for IIBA members and $120 for non-members.

Receive Confirmation: Once your recertification fee has been processed, you will receive confirmation that your CBAP certification has been renewed.

It's important to note that failure to recertify within the three-year timeframe will result in the loss of your CBAP certification. In that case, you would need to retake the CBAP exam to regain your certification.

The International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) has a Code of Conduct that outlines the professional standards and ethical principles that its members should adhere to. The code of conduct sets forth the expectations for the behavior of business analysis professionals and helps to ensure that they maintain the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Here are the main principles of the IIBA Code of Conduct:

Professionalism: Business analysis professionals should conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times, and demonstrate a commitment to the highest standards of integrity, competence, and ethical conduct.

Responsibility: Business analysis professionals should take responsibility for their actions and decisions, and be accountable for the outcomes of their work.

Respect: Business analysis professionals should treat others with respect and dignity, and promote a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying.

Fairness: Business analysis professionals should act with fairness and impartiality in their interactions with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.

Confidentiality: Business analysis professionals should respect the confidentiality of sensitive or proprietary information, and only disclose such information when authorized or required by law.

Competence: Business analysis professionals should strive to maintain and improve their professional competence, and seek to continuously enhance their knowledge and skills.

Compliance: Business analysis professionals should comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards, and report any violations or suspected violations to appropriate authorities.

Adherence to the IIBA Code of Conduct helps to promote the professionalism and ethical conduct of business analysis professionals, and contributes to the overall success and credibility of the profession.

The CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) exam is designed to evaluate a candidate's knowledge and understanding of business analysis principles and practices. The exam consists of 120 multiple-choice questions, which are designed to test the candidate's understanding of the BABOK (Business Analysis Body of Knowledge) guide.

The types of questions that you may encounter on the CBAP exam include:

Comprehension-based questions: These questions test the candidate's ability to interpret and analyze information presented in a given scenario or case study.

Application-based questions: These questions test the candidate's ability to apply their knowledge and skills to solve real-world business problems.

Analysis-based questions: These questions test the candidate's ability to analyze complex business problems and identify the root cause of the issue.

Synthesis-based questions: These questions test the candidate's ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and develop a comprehensive solution.

Evaluation-based questions: These questions test the candidate's ability to evaluate the effectiveness of a given solution and identify areas for improvement.

Long Scenario-based questions: These questions present a hypothetical scenario and ask the candidate to identify the best course of action based on their knowledge and understanding of business analysis principles.

Overall, the CBAP exam is designed to test a candidate's ability to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world business problems, so it is important to be prepared for a variety of different question types.

CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) is a professional certification for business analysts that is globally recognized. The salary of a CBAP professional can vary depending on various factors such as location, industry, experience, skills, and organization.

According to recent data from payscale.com, the average salary for a CBAP professional is around $96,000 per year in the United States. However, the salary can range from $60,000 to $135,000 depending on the factors mentioned above.

Having a CBAP certification can have a positive impact on salary as it demonstrates a higher level of knowledge and expertise in business analysis. It can also improve job prospects and career advancement opportunities.

However, it is important to note that while a CBAP certification can be a valuable asset, it is not the only factor that determines salary. Other factors such as experience, skills, and job performance can also influence salary.

The Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) certification is a well-recognized credential for business analysts. The preparation time for CBAP certification can vary depending on several factors, such as your experience level, knowledge of the BABOK guide, and the amount of time you can dedicate to study.

On average, it is recommended to prepare for the CBAP certification for 3-6 months. During this time, you should study the BABOK guide thoroughly and take a CBAP exam preparation course to gain a deeper understanding of the concepts covered on the exam.

It is also recommended to spend a significant amount of time practicing with CBAP exam practice questions to become familiar with the format and difficulty level of the exam.

Additionally, you should create a study plan that includes a daily or weekly schedule for reading, practicing, and reviewing materials to ensure that you are making steady progress towards your goal of becoming a CBAP certified professional.

Ultimately, the amount of time you will need to prepare for the CBAP certification will depend on your individual circumstances, but with proper planning and dedication, you can achieve success in passing the exam.

Professional certification exams such as the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) exam are designed to test an individual's knowledge, skills, and abilities in a particular field. Using exam simulators can provide individuals with an advantage.

It's important to prepare for the CBAP exam by studying the official materials provided by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), such as the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) Guide. Additionally, you can also enroll in a reputable training program or attend a study group to further enhance your understanding of the subject matter and increase your chances of passing the exam.

To fill out the CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) application form, follow these steps:

Visit the IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis) website and create an account or log in if you already have one.

Go to the CBAP certification page and click on the "Apply for CBAP" button.

Fill out the eligibility criteria section. This includes providing information on your education, work experience, and professional development hours related to business analysis.

Next, complete the application form by entering your personal details, including your name, contact information, and work experience. Make sure to enter accurate information as it will be verified during the application review process.

In the next section, you'll be asked to provide details on your business analysis work experience. Be sure to include specific details on the projects you have worked on, your responsibilities, and the outcomes achieved.

After you have filled out the work experience section, you will need to provide details on your professional development hours. This includes any training, workshops, or conferences you have attended related to business analysis.

Once you have completed all the sections of the application form, review it thoroughly to make sure you have provided accurate and complete information.

Pay the application fee using a credit card or PayPal account.

Submit your application form and wait for confirmation from IIBA that your application has been received. You will be notified if any additional information is needed or if your application has been approved.

If your application is approved, you will be eligible to take the CBAP exam. You will receive instructions on how to schedule your exam and prepare for it.

Certain products from Adaptive such as CBAP Master Class Plus and CBAP Ultimate Plus has the CBAP exam fees included.