BCS Foundation in Business Analysis

Build practical business analysis skills and gain a recognised BCS qualification with expert-led training.
No prior Business Analysis experience required • Free BCS exam included • 93% pass rate.

The BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis is designed for professionals who want to understand how organisations identify problems, define requirements and deliver successful business change.

It is particularly relevant for aspiring Business Analysts, Junior Business Analysts, Project Managers, Change Professionals and anyone involved in improving business processes, systems or services.

Whether you’re starting a Business Analysis career or looking to strengthen your understanding of change delivery, this course provides a practical introduction to the core concepts, techniques and responsibilities of the Business Analyst role.

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  • Understand the role, responsibilities and competencies of a Business Analyst
  • Investigate current business situations and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Analyse stakeholders and understand their needs and perspectives
  • Define business solutions and contribute to business case development
  • Elicit, document and manage requirements effectively
  • Understand how Business Analysis supports successful change delivery
  • Apply core Business Analysis techniques within realistic business scenarios

Foundation in Business Analysis is one of the most widely recognised Business Analysis certifications and provides an excellent starting point for a career in Business Analysis and business change.

Benefits include:

  • 93% BCS exam pass rate
  • Delivered by experienced BCS practitioners and examiners
  • Practical exercises and knowledge checks throughout the course
  • Narrated learning content supporting different learning styles
  • Colour-blind accessible graphics and dyslexia-friendly resources
  • Two full sample examination papers and one mock examination
  • 180-day access to course materials
  • Free BCS examination included

Day 1:
(9:00 – 17:00 GMT)

  • What is business analysis
  • Competencies of a business analyst
  • The Strategic Context for Business Analysis
  • Investigating the Business Situation

Day 2:
(9:00 – 17:00 GMT)

  • Analysing and managing stakeholders
  • Improving  business services and processes
  • Defining the solution
  • Making the Business Case
  • Establishing the Requirements
  • Documenting and Modelling Requirements

Day 3:
(9:00 – 17:00 GMT)

  • Validating and Managing Requirements
  • Delivering the Business Solution
  • The Business Analysis Service Framework
  • Mock examination preparation
  • Optional BCS Exam (may be deferred)

The BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis examination:

  • Is included within the course price
  • Consists of 40 multiple-choice questions
  • Lasts 60 minutes
  • Requires a pass mark of 65% (26/40)
  • Can be taken on the final day of the course or deferred until later
  • Is completed online from the delegate’s location
  • Provides results immediately upon completion

Additional time may be available for candidates whose first language is not English or who require reasonable adjustments.

All course materials are accessed through the Amatis Academy.

Included resources:

  • Comprehensive course manual
  • Knowledge checks after each section
  • Two full sample examination papers
  • One full mock examination
  • Narrated learning content
  • Colour-blind accessible graphics
  • Dyslexia-friendly learning resources

Access options:

  • Self-study learners receive 180 days’ access
  • Instructor-led learners receive 180 days’ access plus an optional printed colour course manual

Choose either the instructor-led or self-study option below and complete the online booking process.

For team bookings, private deliveries or bespoke programmes, contact the Amatis team to discuss requirements and available delivery options.

The BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis is recognised internationally and is valuable as both a standalone qualification and the starting point for further professional development.

Many learners continue their journey by progressing to:

The certification provides a strong foundation for careers in Business Analysis, business change, project delivery and process improvement.

If you’re working towards attaining the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis, you’ll need to complete the appropriate another Foundation course and the following practitioner modules:

Bespoke training materials developed by experienced BCS practitioners and examiners.

RELATED COURSES