BCS Foundation in Business Analysis
Level: Foundation
Build Essential Business Analysis Skills & Knowledge
Master Requirements, Stakeholders & Process Modelling
Gain an Industry-Recognised BCS Certification
BCS Course Materials & Examination Included
Welsh Government Funding Accepted
Course Overview
Duration:
3 Days (9:30am-5:00pm)
Accredited:
Yes
Exams:
Included
Funding:
ReAct
Type:
Classroom, Onsite, Virtual
Company group booking discount available
Course Overview
Duration:
3 Days (9:30am-5:00pm)
Accredited:
Yes
Exams:
Included
Funding:
ReAct
Type:
Classroom, Onsite, Virtual
Company group booking discount available
The BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles, techniques and practices used to analyse business needs and support successful business change. Business analysis plays a key role in helping organisations improve processes, implement change and deliver value. This course introduces the tools and techniques business analysts use to investigate business situations, identify requirements, and recommend solutions that align with organisational objectives. Throughout the course, learners will explore topics such as stakeholder engagement, business process modelling, strategy analysis, requirements engineering and business change. The course combines theory with practical examples, helping delegates understand how to apply business analysis in real-world environments to support projects and organisational improvement initiatives. The course also prepares learners for the BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis examination and provides an excellent foundation for further study within the BCS Business Analysis qualification pathway.
Target Audience
- Aspiring business analysts looking to develop a recognised business analysis qualification
- Project managers and project support staff involved in business change initiatives
- Business professionals responsible for process improvement and organisational development
- Change managers and transformation professionals
- Systems analysts, consultants and requirements engineers
- Anyone seeking a structured introduction to business analysis techniques and best practices
By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:
- Understand the role, responsibilities and competencies of a business analyst
- Apply strategy analysis techniques to support business change initiatives
- Model and analyse business processes effectively
- Identify and engage stakeholders using recognised stakeholder analysis techniques
- Apply investigation and modelling techniques to understand business needs
- Gather, analyse, document and manage business requirements
- Understand and apply Agile business analysis techniques
- Contribute to the development of business cases
- Support the successful management of business change
- Prepare confidently for the BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis examination
The BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles, techniques and practices used to analyse business needs and support successful business change. Business analysis plays a key role in helping organisations improve processes, implement change and deliver value. This course introduces the tools and techniques business analysts use to investigate business situations, identify requirements, and recommend solutions that align with organisational objectives. Throughout the course, learners will explore topics such as stakeholder engagement, business process modelling, strategy analysis, requirements engineering and business change. The course combines theory with practical examples, helping delegates understand how to apply business analysis in real-world environments to support projects and organisational improvement initiatives. The course also prepares learners for the BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis examination and provides an excellent foundation for further study within the BCS Business Analysis qualification pathway.
Target Audience
- Aspiring business analysts looking to develop a recognised business analysis qualification
- Project managers and project support staff involved in business change initiatives
- Business professionals responsible for process improvement and organisational development
- Change managers and transformation professionals
- Systems analysts, consultants and requirements engineers
- Anyone seeking a structured introduction to business analysis techniques and best practices
By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:
- Understand the role, responsibilities and competencies of a business analyst
- Apply strategy analysis techniques to support business change initiatives
- Model and analyse business processes effectively
- Identify and engage stakeholders using recognised stakeholder analysis techniques
- Apply investigation and modelling techniques to understand business needs
- Gather, analyse, document and manage business requirements
- Understand and apply Agile business analysis techniques
- Contribute to the development of business cases
- Support the successful management of business change
- Prepare confidently for the BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis examination
BCS Foundation in Business Analysis
- What is Business Analysis
- The Competencies of a Business Analyst
- The Strategic Context for Business Analysis
- The Business Analysis Service Framework
- Investigating the Business Situation
- Analysing and Managing Stakeholders
- Improving Business Services and Processes
- Defining the Solution
- Making the Business Case
- Establishing the Requirements
- Documenting and Modelling Requirements
- Validating and Managing Requirements
- Delivering the Requirements
- Delivering the Business Solution
BCS Foundation in Business Analysis
- What is Business Analysis
- The Competencies of a Business Analyst
- The Strategic Context for Business Analysis
- The Business Analysis Service Framework
- Investigating the Business Situation
- Analysing and Managing Stakeholders
- Improving Business Services and Processes
- Defining the Solution
- Making the Business Case
- Establishing the Requirements
- Documenting and Modelling Requirements
- Validating and Managing Requirements
- Delivering the Requirements
- Delivering the Business Solution
- Exam duration: 60 minutes
- 40 multiple-choice questions
- Passing score: 26 out of 40 marks (65%)
- Closed-book examination – no reference materials are permitted during the exam
- Exam duration: 60 minutes
- 40 multiple-choice questions
- Passing score: 26 out of 40 marks (65%)
- Closed-book examination – no reference materials are permitted during the exam
- Three days of instructor-led training and exam preparation delivered by NILC’s accredited Business Analysis trainer
- Comprehensive course notes, presentation slides, business analysis diagrams and sample examination papers
- Official BCS Business Analysis publication
- BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis examination included. Examination vouchers are usually valid for up to 12 months from the date of issue; however, funding rules may require learners funded through schemes such as PLA, ReAct or other government-funded programmes to sit their examination within a shorter timeframe.
- One year of BCS Associate Membership with The Chartered Institute for IT (subject to BCS terms and conditions)
- Official BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis certification upon successful completion of the examination
- Three days of instructor-led training and exam preparation delivered by NILC’s accredited Business Analysis trainer
- Comprehensive course notes, presentation slides, business analysis diagrams and sample examination papers
- Official BCS Business Analysis publication
- BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis examination included. Examination vouchers are usually valid for up to 12 months from the date of issue; however, funding rules may require learners funded through schemes such as PLA, ReAct or other government-funded programmes to sit their examination within a shorter timeframe.
- One year of BCS Associate Membership with The Chartered Institute for IT (subject to BCS terms and conditions)
- Official BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis certification upon successful completion of the examination
This course has no formal prerequisites. This qualification is suitable for individuals new to business analysis, as well as professionals whose roles involve supporting business change, requirements gathering, process improvement, or project delivery. A basic understanding of business operations and organisational structures would be beneficial but is not essential.
This course has no formal prerequisites. This qualification is suitable for individuals new to business analysis, as well as professionals whose roles involve supporting business change, requirements gathering, process improvement, or project delivery. A basic understanding of business operations and organisational structures would be beneficial but is not essential.
Who is the BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis suitable for?
The course is suitable for aspiring business analysts, project professionals, change and transformation staff, consultants and anyone involved in improving business processes or gathering requirements. It is also an excellent starting point for those looking to move into a business analysis career.
Do I need previous business analysis experience?
No. There are no formal prerequisites, and the course provides a structured introduction to business analysis. Previous experience of business operations, projects or organisational change can be helpful but is not essential.
Is the course suitable for someone looking to become a Business Analyst?
Yes. The BCS Foundation Certificate provides a broad introduction to the role, responsibilities and techniques used by business analysts. It can provide a strong starting point for someone looking to move into business analysis or formalise existing experience.
Who is the BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis suitable for?
The course is suitable for aspiring business analysts, project professionals, change and transformation staff, consultants and anyone involved in improving business processes or gathering requirements. It is also an excellent starting point for those looking to move into a business analysis career.
Do I need previous business analysis experience?
No. There are no formal prerequisites, and the course provides a structured introduction to business analysis. Previous experience of business operations, projects or organisational change can be helpful but is not essential.
Is the course suitable for someone looking to become a Business Analyst?
Yes. The BCS Foundation Certificate provides a broad introduction to the role, responsibilities and techniques used by business analysts. It can provide a strong starting point for someone looking to move into business analysis or formalise existing experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The course is suitable for aspiring business analysts, project professionals, change and transformation staff, consultants and anyone involved in improving business processes or gathering requirements. It is also an excellent starting point for those looking to move into a business analysis career.
No. There are no formal prerequisites, and the course provides a structured introduction to business analysis. Previous experience of business operations, projects or organisational change can be helpful but is not essential.
Yes. The BCS Foundation Certificate provides a broad introduction to the role, responsibilities and techniques used by business analysts. It can provide a strong starting point for someone looking to move into business analysis or formalise existing experience.
You will learn how business analysts investigate business situations, analyse stakeholders, model and improve business processes, identify solutions, develop business cases and establish, document and manage requirements.
Yes. Requirements engineering is an important part of the course. You will learn techniques for establishing, documenting, modelling, validating and managing requirements throughout the business change lifecycle.
Yes. You will learn how to identify and analyse stakeholders and understand their interests, influence and perspectives. This helps business analysts engage the right people when investigating requirements and delivering business change.
Yes. The course explores how business analysts investigate and model existing business processes, identify areas for improvement and define potential solutions that better support organisational objectives.
Yes. The BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis examination is included. The exam lasts 60 minutes and consists of 40 multiple-choice questions. You need to achieve 26 out of 40 marks (65%) to pass. Please note: The BCS Requirements Engineering examination is included for most learners. However, funding restrictions may apply under certain funding schemes, such as ReAct or other government-funded programmes, which may require learners to self-fund the certification examination. Please contact us before booking if you are unsure of your eligibility.
After successfully passing the examination, you will receive the official BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis. The course also includes one year of BCS Associate Membership, subject to BCS terms and conditions.
Yes. Eligible learners may be able to access funding through ReAct+. Please contact NILC to discuss your eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
The course is suitable for aspiring business analysts, project professionals, change and transformation staff, consultants and anyone involved in improving business processes or gathering requirements. It is also an excellent starting point for those looking to move into a business analysis career.
No. There are no formal prerequisites, and the course provides a structured introduction to business analysis. Previous experience of business operations, projects or organisational change can be helpful but is not essential.
Yes. The BCS Foundation Certificate provides a broad introduction to the role, responsibilities and techniques used by business analysts. It can provide a strong starting point for someone looking to move into business analysis or formalise existing experience.
You will learn how business analysts investigate business situations, analyse stakeholders, model and improve business processes, identify solutions, develop business cases and establish, document and manage requirements.
Yes. Requirements engineering is an important part of the course. You will learn techniques for establishing, documenting, modelling, validating and managing requirements throughout the business change lifecycle.
Yes. You will learn how to identify and analyse stakeholders and understand their interests, influence and perspectives. This helps business analysts engage the right people when investigating requirements and delivering business change.
Yes. The course explores how business analysts investigate and model existing business processes, identify areas for improvement and define potential solutions that better support organisational objectives.
Yes. The BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis examination is included. The exam lasts 60 minutes and consists of 40 multiple-choice questions. You need to achieve 26 out of 40 marks (65%) to pass. Please note: The BCS Requirements Engineering examination is included for most learners. However, funding restrictions may apply under certain funding schemes, such as ReAct or other government-funded programmes, which may require learners to self-fund the certification examination. Please contact us before booking if you are unsure of your eligibility.
After successfully passing the examination, you will receive the official BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis. The course also includes one year of BCS Associate Membership, subject to BCS terms and conditions.
Yes. Eligible learners may be able to access funding through ReAct+. Please contact NILC to discuss your eligibility.
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