The UBC Certificate in Business Analysis delivers a university-level curriculum that is researched, developed and facilitated by experts in the field. The part-time, 100% online format offers flexibility and convenience to working professionals. Online learning provides experience with working in virtual teams, a growing component in today's workplace.

The program offers benefits to those seeking to:

• progress in their career with new business analysis and management skills and techniques
• transition from the various types of “analyst” positions on the market into a career with brand recognition
• enhance their performance and ability to contribute to the organization's bottom-line results.

Who Should Take this Program
This program is designed for individuals with business experience who want to build or increase their knowledge, skills and abilities in business analysis. The program is especially tailored to address the learning needs of:

• experienced business analysts facing new challenges
• analysts who need to increase their requirements elicitation, stakeholder engagement, writing, reporting and modeling skills
• business managers adding business analysis expertise to their skill set
• new analysts just starting in the industry
• anyone preparing to obtain the IIBA®'s Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP®) or Certification of Competency in Business Analysis (CCBA®) designation
• various types of business managers adding business analysis expertise to their skill set. This includes those with the following job titles:
  • Business Analysts and Business Systems Analysts
  • Project, Product or Program Managers
  • Financial and Operations Managers
  • Usability, Programmer and Quality Assurance Analysts
  and others who are involved in or facilitate business process improvement projects

"Taking this program gave me confidence that I'm applying industry best practices, and also demonstrated my expertise to my manager." Read more . . .
Eddie Wang, Graduate, UBC Certificate in Business Analysis.

93% of program graduates felt that employers or colleagues recognize and value their certificate qualifications.* Read more about what our graduates the program . . .

*Source: UBC Continuing Studies graduate surveys 2007-2010.

The UBC Certificate in Business Analysis is delivered through seven 100% online courses in a part-time format. Certificate candidates are expected to complete all seven required courses within a two year period, beginning with the Fundamentals of Business Analysis (II850).

Participants should plan to spend an average of six to ten hours per week in each course reading case studies and white papers, as well as completing online reading, online discussions, assignments, viewing videos and independent study. Please ensure that your work, travel, or other responsibilities will not constrain your learning for the duration of the course.

Courses are listed below in the recommended order of completion.

Required Courses	Length/Format	Upcoming Offerings
Fundamentals of Business Analysis	6 weeks, online	Sep 10-Oct 21 and Oct 22-Dec 2	More
Business Analysis Planning and Project Management*	8 weeks, online	Sep 10-Nov 4	More
Written Business Analysis Communications*	8 weeks, online	Oct 22-Dec 16	More
Requirements Gathering, Analysis and Documentation*	8 weeks, online	Oct 22-Dec 16	More
Management, Leadership and Team Building for Business Analysts and Program Managers^	8 weeks, online	Sep 17-Nov 11	More
Stakeholder Engagement for Business Analysts and Program Managers^	4 weeks, online	Nov 5-Dec 2	More
Change Management and Process Implementation*	6 weeks, online	Oct 29-Dec 9	More

*Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Business Analysis (II850)
^Recommended Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Business Analysis (II850) or Program Management Governance (IQ200)
Note: To postpone or waive the prerequisite, you must fill out the Prior Learning Assessment form to request permission.
Curriculum and fees subject to change.

Note: Students who successfully complete the UBC Certificate in Business Analysis only need to take three more courses in order to receive the UBC Certificate in Program Management. Find out more.

The UBC Certificate in Business Analysis is delivered through seven 100% online courses in a part-time format. In order to receive the certificate, participants are expected to complete all seven required courses within a two year period, starting with the Fundamentals of Business Analysis.

Applications to the program are accepted on an ongoing basis. Courses are scheduled throughout the year and participants register for each course individually.

Program Fees
There is a $175 non-refundable administration fee which is due upon acceptance into the program. Course fees are paid on a course-by-course basis and total $7,440 (CAD) for all seven certificate courses. There is no fee to apply to the program.

Format
Each certificate course:

• is delivered online over approximately four to eight weeks
• involves an average of six to ten hours of study per week
• includes reading case studies and white papers, as well as completing online reading, online discussions, viewing videos and independent study

Participants must have access to a flowcharting type of software like Microsoft Visio, PowerPoint or SmartDraw to complete some assignments.

Methodology and Assessment
The curriculum encompasses a significant amount of reading, including online lectures, books, case studies and white papers, in conjunction with online learning activities such as lectures, videos, group discussions and research. Students are assessed on participation, tests, assignments and projects.

Throughout the program, each methodology is woven together with planning, problem solving and critical thinking skills. Theory-based learning is grounded in case studies and other practical reality checks such as discussion groups and online lectures by subject matter experts on topics central to current industry practices and standards.

Participants:

• should plan to spend an average of six to ten hours per week in each course reading case studies and white papers, as well as completing online reading, online discussions, assignments/projects, group work and independent study.
• must have access to a flowcharting type of software like Microsoft Visio®, PowerPoint® or SmartDraw® to complete some assignments.
• can find out more about online learning.

The courses in the UBC Certificate in Business Analysis are developed by qualified professionals with high business acumen and experience in the field of study and adult education. The knowledge they bring to the program comes from years of teaching and hands-on experience gained in the field.

UBC's online tutors are business professionals experienced in online adult education. They are charged with the online instruction and guidance of students on a one-to-one and group basis. The online tutors guide and grade through continuous email communication as well as online discussions, assignments and projects to make sure that you get the most out of your learning experience.

• GRUBMAYR, Susan
• JEROMIN, Cindy
• RIZVI, Hasnain
• SHI, Grace
• YANG, Li
• ZHANG, Holly

Before applying to this program you must read and understand the terms and conditions in the Program Handbook.

You will need to download the free Adobe's Acrobat Reader to view the pdf document. If you would prefer to receive the handbook in the mail, contact us by email with your complete name and full mailing address.

Applications to the program are accepted on an ongoing basis. There is no cost to submit an application; however, a $175 non-refundable administration fee is due upon acceptance into the program.

Participants may take the Fundamentals of Business Analysis course prior to applying to the UBC Certificate in Business Analysis but must be accepted into the program before registering for remaining business analysis courses.

In order to apply to the certificate program, you need to:

• meet the admission requirements (see below)
• fill out an online application form and provide any supporting documents.
• read and understand the terms and conditions in the Program Handbook. (To receive the handbook by mail, please contact Client Services with your complete name and mailing address.)

Admission Requirements
The admissions process helps to ensure that the needs, intentions and expectations of participants are adequately matched to the program's objectives and capabilities. Admission to the program may be limited by the availability of courses and online instructors.

To accommodate learners from a variety of backgrounds, the admission requirements for the UBC Certificate in Business Analysis are fairly broad. However, all applicants must have the following:

• access to a flowcharting type of software like Microsoft Visio®, PowerPoint® or SmartDraw® to complete some assignments
• a post-secondary education
• a business background gained through education and/or experience
• management experience with budgetary responsibilities.

Prior experience in business analysis or information technology is not essential.