What is the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) course?
This training introduces newcomers to the IIBA Entry Certificate in Business Analysis and the BABOK Guide framework behind it. It is designed for people starting out in business analysis who need a clear map of the six knowledge areas, core concepts and the most common techniques.
What is Entry Certificate in Business Analysis training about?
This course gives you a clear, structured path through how to elicit, analyse and communicate requirements that lead to the right solution. You will learn the underlying principles, when and why to apply them, and how to avoid the mistakes teams make in practice. Sessions are interactive and discussion-led, so you build understanding you can defend on the job — not just exam recall.
Key highlights of the ECBA course
- Live, instructor-led training delivered by experienced practitioners
- Hands-on activities, real-world examples and case discussions in every session
- Practical focus on applying Entry Certificate in Business Analysis in your own role and organisation
- Downloadable course materials and reference guides to keep
- Small-group format with room for your specific questions
- Certificate of participation from Simplilead, plus guidance toward certification
Skills you will gain
The Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) program is built around the capabilities that matter in business analysis:
- Eliciting and documenting clear requirements
- Modelling processes and analysing stakeholders
- Defining solution scope and acceptance criteria
- Facilitating workshops and resolving conflicting needs
- Validating that solutions deliver real value
- Communicating analysis to technical and business audiences
Who should attend?
This Entry Certificate in Business Analysis course is ideal for business analysts, product owners, consultants and professionals who bridge business needs and solutions. There are no rigid prerequisites — just an interest in doing the work well and a willingness to take part in the hands-on sessions.
Why train with Simplilead?
We focus on outcomes, not slideware. Expert trainers, practice-led sessions and ongoing learner support mean you finish the ECBA training able to turn ambiguous business needs into solutions that deliver value — with a credential that signals real capability to employers.
The programme runs for 3 days of live, instructor-led training and leads to a credential awarded by International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA). The certification exam fee is included in the course price.
Who should take the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) course?
Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) training is designed for professionals who want to apply it in their current or next role, including:
- Graduates and early-career staff moving into a business analyst role
- Developers, testers or support staff curious about analysis work
- Project team members who write or review requirements occasionally
- Domain experts being seconded onto change projects as subject matter contacts
- Professionals planning a career path toward CCBA and CBAP
What are the prerequisites for Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™)?
- No work experience required for the ECBA
- IIBA expects 21 hours of professional development in the last four years, which this training can contribute to
Live instructor-led training
Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™)
₹24,999
View course & schedulesWhat will you learn in the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) course?
By the end of the training you will be able to:
- Describe the purpose of business analysis and the role of a business analyst
- Explain the Business Analysis Core Concept Model and its six concepts
- Outline the six BABOK Guide knowledge areas and their main tasks
- Recognise common elicitation techniques such as interviews, workshops and document analysis
- Distinguish between business, stakeholder, solution and transition requirement types
- Illustrate basic modelling techniques including process flows and use cases
What is the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) syllabus?
The curriculum is delivered over 3 days and covers 5 modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Business Analysis
- Role of the business analyst
- Core Concept Model
- Key terms and requirement types
- Understanding stakeholders and their needs
Module 2: Planning and Monitoring Analysis
- Choosing an analysis approach
- Stakeholder engagement planning
- Governance and information management
- Measuring analysis performance
Module 3: Elicitation and Collaboration
- Preparing for elicitation
- Interviews and workshops
- Document analysis and observation
- Confirming what was learned
Module 4: Requirements Life Cycle and Strategy
- Traceability and prioritisation
- Managing requirement changes
- Current and future state analysis
- Defining business needs
Module 5: Requirements Analysis and Solution Evaluation
- Specifying and modelling requirements
- Verification and validation
- Evaluating solution value
- Common techniques overview
What is the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) exam format?
The credential is awarded by International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA). The exam fee is included with this course.
CBAP requires 7,500 hours of business analysis work experience in the last 10 years; CCBA requires 3,750 hours. Both require 35 hours of professional development (this course contributes).
| Questions | CBAP: 120 case-study and scenario-based questions. CCBA: 130 questions. ECBA: 50 questions |
|---|---|
| Duration | CBAP: 3.5 hours. CCBA: 3 hours. ECBA: 1 hour |
| Format | Based on the BABOK Guide v3 |
| Delivery | Online proctored via PSI or at a PSI test centre |
| Certification validity | 3 years (ECBA does not expire) |
| Renewal | CBAP/CCBA: earn 60 CDUs per 3-year cycle |
How much does the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) course cost?
Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) training with SimpliLEAD is priced from US$1,795, inclusive of the certification exam fee. Pricing covers 3 days of live training, courseware and post-class support. The course page shows the same price converted into your local currency, along with current schedules and offers. Payment is charged in US dollars.
Frequently asked questions
How is the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) training delivered?
The Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) certification training is delivered as live, instructor-led online classes over 3 days, in small interactive batches with hands-on exercises and real-world examples. You also get session recordings, courseware, and post-class support. Weekday and weekend Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) batches are available, and corporate/in-house delivery can be arranged.
Can I take the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) course online?
Yes. The Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) certification training is available as live online classes you can join from anywhere, alongside classroom batches in select locations. Both formats cover the same syllabus and prepare you for the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) certification.
Who should attend the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) course?
The Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) training course is ideal for Professionals seeking certification, Career switchers, and Team leads.
What are the prerequisites for the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) certification?
You should have basic understanding of the domain. Beyond that, there are no formal prerequisites for the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) training — our trainers take you from fundamentals to applied skills.
Who awards this certification?
The credential is awarded by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), aligned to the BABOK® Guide. Simplilead provides the training and exam preparation.
Does this course provide Professional Development / contact hours?
Yes. The training supplies the professional development hours IIBA requires toward eligibility, confirmed by a certificate of completion.
Is the exam fee included?
The IIBA exam is scheduled and paid directly with IIBA. Your course covers the full BABOK-aligned syllabus, practice questions, and exam technique so you're ready to pass.
What are the eligibility requirements?
They differ by level (ECBA, CCBA, CBAP) based on business-analysis experience and training hours. Our team helps you pick the right level and prepare your application.
Do you offer group or corporate training for Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™)?
Yes. We run private cohorts for teams with tailored scheduling, and offer group discounts for three or more participants. Contact us for a corporate/in-house quote.
What is your rescheduling and refund policy?
You can reschedule to a later batch at no extra cost with advance notice. Refunds are handled per our published cancellation policy — reach out to support and we'll help you switch dates or process a refund.
Live instructor-led training
Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™)
₹24,999
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