What is a Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)?

The International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) focuses on the professionalism and development of the Business Analyst role. They introduced the CBAP certification in 2006 to certify individuals with expertise in the field of business analysis. The CBAP is a Senior Business Analyst certification. It assesses your knowledge of the content of the BA Body of Knowledge (BABOK) and referenced additional reading.

What are the eligibility criteria to sit the CBAP exam?

CBAP is a Senior Business Analyst certification requiring 7500 hours (~ 5 years) specific business analysis experience in the last 10 years. Another criteria is 21 hours of business analysis specific professional development in the last four years. There are other requirements as well and full details are available from the IIBA.

How do I find out more about the CBAP?

Full CBAP information, including costs, application process, and exam format are available from the IIBA.

You may also find information from the New Zealand chapter of the IIBA, including New Zealand CBAP exam details.

How do I prepare for the CBAP exam?

The CBAP exam assesses your knowledge of the content of the BA Body of Knowledge (BABOK) and referenced additional reading. Equinox offers many IIBA endorsed business analysis courses and a one-day CBAP Exam Preparation course to assist you in your preparation for the exam. Our CBAP Exam Preparation course is prepared and delivered by CBAP certified instructors and includes a realistic practice exam.

If you are a member of the IIBA you can also attend CBAP exam study groups organised by the New Zealand chapter.