The BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis (FCBA) exam is designed to test the candidate's knowledge and understanding of business analysis principles, techniques, and tools. The exam is based on the BCS Business Analysis Foundation syllabus, which covers various aspects of business analysis such as business change, stakeholder analysis, requirements engineering, and modeling. Passing the FCBA exam requires a solid understanding of these concepts, as well as the ability to apply them in practical scenarios.
Exam Objectives:
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a business analyst
- Understand the strategic context of business analysis
- Understand the importance of stakeholder management and communication
- Understand techniques for investigating and modeling business situations
- Understand the principles of requirements engineering and management
- Understand the different types of requirements and how to prioritize them
- Understand the importance of business process modeling
- Understand the principles of business case development and evaluation
- Understand the principles of project management
- Understand the principles of software development and testing
The FCBA exam is suitable for individuals who want to pursue a career in business analysis, or who need to have a basic understanding of business analysis principles and techniques. There are no specific prerequisites for taking the FCBA exam, although some knowledge or experience in business analysis would be beneficial.
Related Books:
- Business Analysis Techniques: 72 Essential Tools for Success by James Cadle, Debra Paul, and Paul Turner
- Business Analysis: Best Practices for Success by Steven Blais
- Business Analysis: The Question and Answer Book by Sandhya Jane
- BCS Business Analysis Foundation: Concepts and Techniques by Paul Turner and Debra Paul
The FCBA exam is a 40-question multiple-choice exam, which must be completed within 60 minutes. The passing mark for the exam is 26 out of 40, or 65%. The cost of the exam varies depending on the delivery method and location, but typically ranges from £200 to £250 for a paper-based exam and £170 to £220 for a computer-based exam. The exam can be taken at BCS approved exam centers or remotely through an online proctoring service. The format of the exam is designed to test the candidate's knowledge and understanding of business analysis principles, techniques, and tools in a variety of scenarios.