CSBA Exam Information and Outline
Certified Software Business Analyst
CSBA Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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Learning Objectives
The following objectives identify what you will be able to do after the completion of each module.
1.1 Terms and Definitions (K2)
LO-1.1.1 Know the key concepts of Business Analysis (K1)
LO-1.1.2 Know the role of Business Analysis in organizations- programs and projects (K1)
LO-1.1.3 Understand objectives of Business Analysis in the different phases of the product life cycle (K2)
LO-1.1.4 Know the main knowledge areas in Business Analysis (K1)
1.2 Role of a Business Analyst (K2)
LO-1.2.1 Explain the role and responsibilities of a Business Analyst in terms of an organization and a project (K2)
LO-1.2.2 Understand how the Business Analyst interfaces with other roles within an organization and program/projects stakeholders’ (K2)
1.3 Overview of the Business Analysis Activities (K1)
LO-1.3.1 Know the main activities of Business Analysis (K1)
1.4 Competencies (K2)
LO-1.4.1 Summarize the main competencies of a Business Analyst (K2)
LO-1.4.2 Understand the meaning of soft skills in the profession of Business Analysis (K2)
This syllabus defines the foundation level (Foundation Level) of the program to become an IQBBA Certified Business Analyst (CFLBA). IQBBA developed this syllabus in cooperation with the Global Association for Software Quality (GASQ).
The syllabus serves as a foundation for training providers who are seeking accreditation. All areas of this syllabus must be incorporated in the training documents. The syllabus should- however- also serve as the guideline for preparing for certification. All the areas listed here are relevant for the examination.
Providers of an IQBBA Certified Business Analyst course must be accredited. IQBBA accreditation is granted after an expert panel reviews the training provider's documentation. An accredited course is one that is determined to conform to the syllabus. When an accredited course is given- an official Certified Business Analyst examination (CFLBA exam) may be administered. An exam may also be administered by an independent certification institute (according to ISO 17024 rules).
The following objectives identify what you will be able to do after the completion of each module.
1.1 Terms and Definitions (K2)
LO-1.1.1 Know the key concepts of Business Analysis (K1)
LO-1.1.2 Know the role of Business Analysis in organizations- programs and projects (K1)
LO-1.1.3 Understand objectives of Business Analysis in the different phases of the product life cycle (K2)
LO-1.1.4 Know the main knowledge areas in Business Analysis (K1)
1.2 Role of a Business Analyst (K2)
LO-1.2.1 Explain the role and responsibilities of a Business Analyst in terms of an organization and a project (K2)
LO-1.2.2 Understand how the Business Analyst interfaces with other roles within an organization and program/projects stakeholders’ (K2)
1.3 Overview of the Business Analysis Activities (K1)
LO-1.3.1 Know the main activities of Business Analysis (K1)
1.4 Competencies (K2)
LO-1.4.1 Summarize the main competencies of a Business Analyst (K2)
LO-1.4.2 Understand the meaning of soft skills in the profession of Business Analysis (K2)
This syllabus defines the foundation level (Foundation Level) of the program to become an IQBBA Certified Business Analyst (CFLBA). IQBBA developed this syllabus in cooperation with the Global Association for Software Quality (GASQ).
The syllabus serves as a foundation for training providers who are seeking accreditation. All areas of this syllabus must be incorporated in the training documents. The syllabus should- however- also serve as the guideline for preparing for certification. All the areas listed here are relevant for the examination.
Providers of an IQBBA Certified Business Analyst course must be accredited. IQBBA accreditation is granted after an expert panel reviews the training provider's documentation. An accredited course is one that is determined to conform to the syllabus. When an accredited course is given- an official Certified Business Analyst examination (CFLBA exam) may be administered. An exam may also be administered by an independent certification institute (according to ISO 17024 rules).