Detailed Comparison of CCBA Training Offerings
Adaptive US vs. Well-known CCBA Training Provider
Simplilearn offers only self study option for CCBA and ASPE does not offer CCBA program. Hence, they are not included in the comparison.
Prices are in USD
| Aspect | Adaptive US | Watermark Learning |
|---|---|---|
| Program highlights and exam fees | ||
| Program fee |
CCBA Success Guaranteed: $1049 $799 ($250 attractive offer) CCBA Ultimate: |
$1895(~137% More) |
| Instructor-led live sessions |
30 hours with exam prep tutorials Additional 8 hours of tutorials for Ultimate (Total 38 hours) |
35 hours |
| 4 months access (8 live Exam prep tutorials/Q&A classes) to clarify concepts and discuss questions with faculty |
8 Additional 8 hours of tutorials over 4 months for Ultimate |
0 |
| 21 IIBA Professional Development Hours | Yes | Yes |
| Includes IIBA Fees? |
Part of Ultimate Plan Includes IIBA Membership ($125), CBAP Application Fee ($125) and CBAP Exam Fee ($325) |
No |
| Exam success guarantee – retake fees and class re-sit |
$250 retake fees paid by Adaptive + re-sit for live classes at no extra cost Prepare as per our success guarantee norms and rest assured, Adaptive would PAY the exam retake fees in the off chance that the student does not pass in the first attempt. One full repeat training free of cost if the student does not clear the exam in the first attempt. |
Student needs to pay $250 separately to IIBA |
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Refund of the entire course fees subject to meeting the terms |
Yes | ? |
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Training guaranteed to run 50$ Benefit if we fail to run the session |
Adaptive will refund 100% of the fees plus an additional $50 in the rare event that Adaptive cancels a training | If Watermark cancels a class, 100% of your tuition will be refunded. |
| Yes | No | |
| Period of BA Learning Portal Access |
Training duration (3 weeks) + 4 months Additional 4 months of access for Ultimate Enrolling for the training early on will also give the student extra access days to the learning portal and all learning resources at no extra cost. |
6 months access to videos and 3 months access to question bank (~37% less) |
| Compatible on all devices | Yes | ? |
| Convenient weekend virtual live online classes for professionals | Yes, held on weekends (Sat and Sun) | 4 Continuous days |
| Can attend from anywhere in the globe? |
Yes Training sessions are available for 2 cohorts: Cohort 2 - Sydney Time - USA West Coast, Canada West Coast, Australia, New Zealand, China, Japan, Singapore, India, Sri Lanka |
Restricted to certain geographies (US - Central Time Zone) |
| Live classes and trainers | ||
| Instructor-led live sessions |
30 hours with exam prep tutorials Additional 8 hours of tutorials for Ultimate (Total 38 hours) |
35 hours |
| Assured CBAP qualified trainers | Yes | Yes |
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Industry expert trainers who are part of BABoK v3.0 authoring team and exam setting committee |
Yes | ? |
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Class recordings available to watch later (For any missed classes or to re-watch classes to reinforce concepts) |
Yes | No |
| Focused exam preparation help | ||
| Dedicated Exam Model Question Discussion sessions | 180+ mins | ? |
| Access to 1 hour Exam prep tutorials for 4 months (# of Q & A sessions) |
8 sessions Additional 8 sessions for Ultimate |
? |
| Total number of questions | 2100+ (~90% more) | 1100 |
| # of simulations | 6 | ? |
| Scenario based questions for each KA | 50 | ? |
| Assessments with PSI like features | Yes | ? |
| Unlimited attempts and analysis reports | Yes | ? |
| Comprehensive Study Aids | ||
| Printable dedicated CCBA V3 Study Guide | Yes | CBAP study guide |
| Learning Videos | 100+ | Yes (Count?) |
| Faculty Presentations – In printable handout format | Yes | ? |
| Audiobooks | 6 | No |
| Flashcards | 400+ | Yes |
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BABoK and Techniques Mindmaps Extremely useful visually organized resources prepared by experts to enhance learning, recall information and answer questions correctly |
4 | ? |
| BABoK based Workbook | 200+ pages | No |
| BABoK Techniques Summary | Yes | ? |
| BABoK V3 Study Tables | Yes | Yes |
| BABoK V3 Comprehensive Glossary | 600+ terms | ? |
| CCBA Preparation Tips | Yes | Yes |
| CCBA Preparation Plan | Yes | ? |
| CCBA Application simulator with 100% Past Success Rate | Yes | ? |
| Downloadable learning resources |
All learning resources except question bank are downloadable. Question banks are not downloadable so that students practice in an actual exam environment. | ? |
| Customer Support | ||
| Email support throughout your certification journey till you pass the exam |
Yes Priority 1 Business Day Support for Ultimate |
? |
| Application filling and IIBA support | Yes | ? |
| Success Rate | ||
| First Attempt Success Rate % | 97+% | ? |
| Published information on CCBA certified professionals | Yes | ? |
| Number of independent Google Reviews | 225+ | ? |
| Attractive Rewards |
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| Trailblazer Award – Cash refund | $50 Paid by Adaptive upon passing the exam within 6 months of course completion | No such reward available |
| Brand ambassador offer | Complimentary access to learning portal upon completion of tasks | No such reward available |
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Refer Your Buddy Program - Unlimited Referral Bonus $50 for products below $1000 and $100 for products above $1000 |
Every time your referral signs up for our classes | ? |
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