BCS Data Analysis

Develop practical data analysis and modelling skills to define business data requirements with confidence.
93% BCS exam pass rate • Free BCS exam included • Delivered by experienced practitioners

This course is designed for professionals who need to understand, analyse and model business data requirements.

It is particularly relevant for Business Analysts, Systems Analysts, Solution Designers and professionals involved in requirements engineering, data modelling or business system design.

Successful business change relies on accurate, well-structured data. This course introduces practical techniques for defining data requirements, modelling business data and identifying the business rules that govern how information is created, stored and used across an organisation.

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

  • Understand the principles and purpose of business data analysis
  • Define and document business data requirements with greater rigour
  • Create and interpret class models and data structures
  • Identify business rules and relationships within data
  • Apply techniques for validating and analysing data requirements
  • Understand how data supports business processes and decision-making
  • Evaluate approaches to data protection and governance

Data Analysis is one of the most technically focused Professional level certificates, providing practical techniques for defining, modelling and validating business data requirements.

Amatis courses are designed to help delegates understand both the theory and practical application of data modelling techniques whilst preparing effectively for the examination.

Benefits include:

  • 93% BCS exam pass rate
  • Delivered by experienced BCS practitioners and examiners
  • Practical exercises and realistic business scenarios
  • Narrated course materials supporting different learning styles
  • Colour-blind accessible graphics and dyslexia-friendly resources
  • Full sample paper and mock examination included
  • 180-day access to course materials
  • Free BCS examination included

Day 1:
(9:00 – 17:00 GMT)

  • Introduction to Business Data
  • Conceptual modelling
  • Modelling data using class diagrams
  • Generalisation, specialisation and sub-types

Day 2:
(9:00 – 17:00 GMT)

  • Defining data requirements
  • Validation techniques
  • Analysing data for decision-making
  • Protecting data
  • Mock examination preparation
  • Optional BCS Exam (may be deferred)

The BCS Professional Certificate in Data Analysis examination:

  • Is included within the course price
  • Consists of 40 multiple-choice questions
  • Lasts 90 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 provided through the Amatis Academy.

Delegates receive:

  • Comprehensive course manual
  • Knowledge checks throughout the course
  • Practical exercises and worked solutions
  • Two full sample examination paper
  • One full mock examination
  • Narrated learning content
  • Accessibility-focused learning resources

Instructor-led delegates may also request a printed full-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.

Data Analysis fulfils one of the Analytical Skills specialisms within the BCS Advanced International Diploma in Business Analysis.

Many delegates continue their development by completing Professional level certificates in areas such as:

  • Agile Business Analysis
  • Business Architecture
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Benefits Planning and Realisation
  • Business Analysis Service Delivery

Combined with the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis and relevant experience, these certifications can contribute towards achieving the BCS Advanced International Diploma and demonstrating advanced business analysis capability.

Ideal for Business Analysts, Data Analysts and professionals responsible for turning data into actionable insight.

What you’ll gain

  • Learn how to analyse data to support business decision-making
  • Apply practical techniques to identify patterns, trends and insights
  • Understand how to present data effectively to stakeholders
  • Interactive exercises, case studies and knowledge checks
  • Delivered live by experienced BCS practitioners and examiners
  • 24/7 access to course materials for 180 days
  • Sample paper and mock exam included
  • Free BCS exam included
  • 3rd – 4th September 2026
    Online instructor-led
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  • 4th – 5th March 2027
    Online instructor-led
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  • 2nd – 3rd September 2027
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£995.00 + VAT

Learn at your own pace

  • Learn how to analyse and interpret business data;
  • Apply techniques to identify trends, patterns and opportunities;
  • Understand how data supports evidence-based decision-making;
  • Interactive exercises, case studies and knowledge checks;
  • 24/7 access to course materials for 180 days;
  • Sample paper and mock exam included;
  • Free BCS exam included;
  • Approximately 20 hours of study

£625.00 + VAT

Who typically attends?

  • Business Analysts
  • Systems Analysts
  • Data Analysts
  • Solution Designers
  • Requirements Engineers
  • Application Analysts

Improve the quality of data requirements, business rules and solution design across your organisation.

This course helps Business Analysts, Systems Analysts and solution teams develop a consistent approach to analysing, modelling and defining business data, reducing ambiguity and supporting better decision-making.

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