International Diploma in Business Analysis
- Validate the knowledge, skills and capabilities you have gained so far
- Attain an internationally-recognised certification
- Choose to work towards the Diploma module by module, or take all the modules together in a bundled training programme
- Exemptions for holders of IIBA, IREB or Organisational Context certifications. Find out more about exemptions
Who is it for?
- The International Diploma is designed for business and IT professionals who want to demonstrate they have a detailed understanding of business analysis best practice
How do I get the diploma?
- You need to pass 4 modules
- Then sit an oral examination
What modules do I need?
Core modules - you must pass both of these:
Knowledge based modules - you must pass one of these:
Business Analysis Foundation
Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of business analysis principles and techniques - most delegates start their journey towards the Diploma with this certificate
Business Change
Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of business analysis principles and techniques - most delegates start their journey towards the Diploma with this certificate
IS Project Management
Look into project management issues in the context of IS/IT applications
Organisational Behaviour
Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of business analysis principles and techniques - most delegates start their journey towards the Diploma with this certificate
Commercial Awareness
Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of business analysis principles techniques - most delegates start their journey towards the Diploma with this certificate. Please be advised we are retiring this qualification from 1st December 2020. It will be replaced by the BCS Foundation Certificate in Organisational Behaviour
Practitioner modules - you must pass one of these:
Modelling Business Processes
Learn how to apply business process modelling and analysis techniques and understand a framework for business process improvement
Systems Modelling Techniques
Learn how to construct three types of model and describe interactions between them
Systems Development Essentials
Focus on the systems investigation and quality assurance that underpins all systems development
Data Management Essentials
Show you can implement good practice in data management, develop procedures for managing corporate data and work with the data management team
Benefits Management and Business Acceptance
Validate your knowledge, skills and capabilities with the internationally-recognised BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis.
What format is the oral exam?
- Up to 50 minutes oral examination with two examiners
- Questions will be based on topics defined in the oral examination syllabus and from your chosen specialist modules. The questions will require you to apply your business analysis knowledge and understanding to scenarios described by the oral examiners
- We have recently updated the syllabus for this exam and our new/updated syllabus will be used for all exams that take place from 1st May 2019
How do I get this certification?
Book your oral exam
Once you have completed your 4 chosen modules you can book the exam with us
Where can I take the exam?
All exams take place online and instructions will be sent to you after booking.
How much does it cost?
Exam price: £390 (£325 + VAT)
Take the complete training programme
You can take a bundled programme of courses with one of our approved training providers. You’ll find them across the UK and around the world.
- Each module typically takes 3 days of classroom study followed by an exam
- You can choose when you take each of the 4 modules
How much does it cost?
Prices for courses vary depending on your chosen training provider and course format.
What are the benefits of gaining a BCS diploma?
An apprentice’s journey doesn’t stop once the scheme has finished, this is only the beginning as an IT Professional.
Satveer Kaur-Singh, Business Analyst, AXA Insurance
What's next?
Once you have the appropriate certifications, skills and experience, the next step is to work towards the Advanced International Diploma in Business Analysis.
Advanced International Diploma in Business Analysis
- Designed for senior business analysts with at least 5 years’ experience
- Validates your experience and expertise as well as your contribution to the wider business analysis community
- To attain the Advanced Diploma you must gain 4 professional level certifications and complete a portfolio review
Read more about our Advanced International Diploma in Business Analysis