Launch Your Career With the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis
Practical Skills. Instant Impact.
The Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) has always opened doors. Now it opens them wider, with a renewed focus on practical, job-ready capabilities. Designed in response to global business shifts, the new ECBA helps you step into roles with confidence, clarity, and tools you can use from day one.
Whether you’re starting out or upskilling, this is your certification for doing, not just knowing.
Enjoy a 20% Rebate on Any Exam
For a limited time, IIBA members save 20%* on IIBA’s full suite of certification exams including, ECBA, CCBA, CBAP, IIBA-AAC, IIBA-CBDA, IIBA-CCA, and IIBA-CPOA when they purchase and write the exam between November 1 and December 30, 2024.
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How Do I Become an ECBA?
The ECBA roadmap is your step-by-step guide to earning the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) and starting your career in business analysis. This interactive online resource guides you through the entire certification process.
After reviewing the roadmap, take the next step with the ECBA Learning Journey—a member resource that provides a structured path to keep you motivated and focused throughout your exam preparation.
Note: The new ECBA exam, roadmap, and Learning Journey are available in English. For translated exams and resources, visit the Multilanguage Resources page.
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IIBA members can access discounts of up to 40%* on certification, making professional growth more affordable than ever. Get certified with IIBA and keep more money in your pocket. Join our thriving community of professionals and propel your career forward with certification from IIBA today.
Who is an ECBA™: Understanding the Role of an ECBA™ Certified Business Analysis Professional
Discover the Power of ECBA Competencies: Mastering Essential Business Analysis Skills According to the BABOK® Guide. Gain the Core Knowledge and Expertise Needed to Excel in the In-Demand Field of Business Analysis. Stand Out from the Crowd by Showcasing Your Certified Proficiency, Recognized by the Leading Authority in Business Analysis, IIBA.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Achieve Your ECBA™ Certification
Eligibility Criteria for ECBA Certification
- Ensure you register an account with IIBA (already a member login here)
- Agree with the Code of Conduct.
- Agree with Terms and Conditions.
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Challenge Your Understanding: Put Your Knowledge to the Test
ECBA Exam Sample Questions and Exam Blueprint
The ECBA exam has 50 multiple choice knowledge-based questions and must be completed in one hour.
Enhance Your Understanding: Explore ECBA Exam Sample Questions and Blueprint
Assessing Your Readiness to Achieve ECBA™ Certification
Discover Everything You Need to Know in the ECBA™ Handbook: Your Comprehensive Resource for ECBA™ Certification. This Document Offers Invaluable Insights and Guidance for Candidates Embarking on their Journey Towards the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™), Equipping You with Essential Information to Navigate the Certification Process Confidently.
ECBA Certification Resources Available in Multiple Languages
Exam candidates can prepare for and take the ECBA exam in English, Chinese, French Standard, Canadian French, Japanese, and Brazilian Portuguese. Download information such as the ECBA Handbook, IIBA’s Guide to Online Proctored Exams, and more in the language of your choice below.
Prepare for the ECBA Exam
ECBA™ Handbook
The ECBA™ Handbook guides professionals pursuing their Entry Certificate in Business Analysis. It provides the necessary information for candidates to get started.
Guide to Online Proctored Exams
The online proctoring experience is most successful when you prepare in advance. Prepare in advance and know what to expect on exam day. Use the tips and practices in this guide for a smooth, stress-free online exam experience.
ECBA Roadmap Brochure
This guide provides you an overview of what’s needed to successfully complete the exam.
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New to Business Analysis?
Business analysis is both a role and a discipline. Business Analysts and professionals of many different titles use business analysis to enable successful change in an organization.
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A Business Analysis Foundation for Success
Introduce and manage change successfully for your organization with the globally recognized standards of the business analysis profession.
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Business Analysis Resources
A curated body of knowledge dedicated to advancing your career in business analysis to create better business outcomes for your organization.
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To understand performance expectations for the ECBA® designation, click on the Exam Blueprint, Sample Questions and the links for each Knowledge Area:
ECBA Exam Sample Questions
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- To process feedback accurately
- To understand sign-off authority
- To identify risk tolerance levels
- To gain project support
- To manage associated risks
- To allocate project resources
- To articulate budgetary needs
- To reduce time constraints
- Conceptual
- Logical
- Enterprise
- Physical
- Stability
- Urgency
- Priority
- Complexity
- Communication management
- Impact analysis
- Traceability repository
- Reliable assessment
- Number of business analysis professionals working on the change
- Number of business areas or systems affected
- Stakeholder assumptions about the organizational goals
- Level of experience stakeholders have in adaptive approaches
- B
- A
- D
- C
- C
- B
ECBA Exam Blueprint
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Business analysis and the BA professional |
2.5% |
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Business analysis key concepts |
5% |
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Underlying competencies |
5% |
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Techniques |
17.5% |
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Business analysis planning and monitoring |
5% |
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Elicitation and collaboration |
20% |
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Requirements life cycle management |
20% |
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Requirements analysis and design definition |
25% |
Endorsed Business Analysis Education and Training
IIBA endorses education and training delivered by EEPs and Academic Members to support the ongoing development of business analysis professionals from entry level to seniority.
*Terms & Conditions:
Offer valid for IIBA members in good standing, with an ECBA in progress. Members must purchase the ECBA exam re-write fee between June 1 and July 18, 2025, 23:59 ET (UTC-4), and write the exam by July 20, 2025, 23:59 ET (UTC-4). The exam cannot be taken on the same day as the exam purchase. The rebate applies to the ECBA exam re-write fee only. Limit one rebate per person. Exam scheduling availability is determined by the exam fulfillment provider. Only payments made via credit card are eligible for the rebate. Refunds will be issued in USD after the exam is completed, with processing taking up to August 31, 2025. Currency exchange rates fluctuate daily, so the refunded amount may differ slightly based on exchange rates. Non-members may take advantage of this offer by becoming an IIBA member before making their eligible purchase and booking the exam. The offer does not apply to bulk or volume purchases or members of the partner program. The offer may not be used with any other promotional code, discount, or offer. This offer is subject to change without notice. Certain exclusions may apply.