Question 1

How many PC-BA-BAP practice questions are there?

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90 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free PC-BA-BAP sample questions?

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Yes. 8 sample questions are free; 4 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

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Every PC-BA-BAP question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does PC-BA-BAP cover?

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Strategic Context for Business Analysis (20%), Analysing and Managing Stakeholders (20%), Analysing the Current State (15%), Establishing the Target State (15%), Designing and Defining the Solution (15%), Developing a Business Case (15%).

Question 5

What is the BCS Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice?

Accepted Answer

The BCS Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice (PC-BA-BAP) is a professional certification from BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, designed for individuals who want to develop or further their skills in the understanding and application of business analysis techniques required in pre-project work. It covers strategic analysis, stakeholder management, business activity modelling, gap analysis, and making a business case. The syllabus is currently at version 5.2 (May 2024).

Question 6

How many questions are on the BCS Business Analysis Practice exam and what is the pass mark?

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The BCS Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice exam consists of 40 questions, which are a mix of multiple choice and multiple response questions. The exam lasts 60 minutes. The pass mark is 26 out of 40, which equates to 65%. The exam is closed book, meaning no materials can be taken into the examination room, and it is delivered digitally under supervised conditions.

Question 7

What topics are covered in the BCS Business Analysis Practice exam?

Accepted Answer

The exam covers six domains: Strategic Context for Business Analysis (20%) which includes VMOST, PESTLE, Porter's Five Forces, SWOT, and Balanced Scorecard; Analysing and Managing Stakeholders (20%) covering the stakeholder wheel, CATWOE, power/interest grid, and RACI; Analysing the Current State (15%) covering investigation techniques and tools like customer journey maps; Establishing the Target State (15%) including business activity models and POPIT; Designing and Defining the Solution…

Question 8

How much does the BCS Business Analysis Practice exam cost?

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The BCS Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice exam costs GBP 195 excluding VAT when booked directly with BCS. An optional remote proctoring fee of GBP 35 applies if sitting the exam remotely. When combined with the proctoring fee, the total UK price is GBP 230 (excluding VAT). An additional GBP 5 fee applies if sitting via Pearson VUE. International prices may vary by region. Candidates can also take the exam through an accredited training provider as part of a bundled course…

Question 9

What are the prerequisites for the BCS Business Analysis Practice certification?

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There are no mandatory prerequisites for the BCS Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice. However, BCS recommends that candidates have some practical experience of business analysis. Candidates who are inexperienced in business analysis, or who have not previously completed the BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis, should thoroughly understand chapters 1 and 2 of the Business Analysis 4th Edition before studying. Candidates also need a good standard of written English.

Question 10

Is the BCS Business Analysis Practice certificate part of the International Diploma in Business Analysis?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the BCS Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice is one of two mandatory core modules for the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis. To achieve the Diploma, candidates must pass both core modules (Business Analysis Practice and Requirements Engineering), one knowledge-based module (from Business Analysis Foundation, Business Change, IS Project Management, or Organisational Behaviour), and one practitioner module (from Modelling Business Processes, Systems Modelling…

Question 11

What books should I study for the BCS Business Analysis Practice exam?

Accepted Answer

The required reading for the BCS Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice is 'Business Analysis' (4th Edition) by Debra Paul and James Cadle, published by BCS in July 2020 (ISBN: 9781780175102). Specific chapters are recommended for each domain: Chapter 3 for Strategic Context, Chapter 5 for Analysing the Current State, Chapter 6 for Stakeholder Analysis, Chapters 7 and 8 for Establishing the Target State, Chapter 8 for Designing Solutions, and Chapter 9 for Business Cases. The…

Question 12

Can I take the BCS Business Analysis Practice exam without attending a course?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can sit the BCS Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice exam without attending a training course. BCS offers an 'exam only' option for self-motivated candidates who already have some knowledge of business analysis. You can book the exam directly with BCS by calling +44 (0)1793 417417, or through Pearson VUE at pearsonvue.com/us/en/bcs. BCS estimates a minimum of 18 hours of study time is needed to prepare for the exam. Alternatively, you can take a classroom course…

Question 13

What is the difference between the BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis and the Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice?

Accepted Answer

The BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis is a knowledge-based module that covers the fundamentals of business analysis principles and techniques, suitable for beginners. The Practitioner Certificate in Business Analysis Practice is a higher-level practitioner module that focuses on the practical application of business analysis skills in pre-project work, including strategic analysis, stakeholder management, business activity modelling, and business case development. While the…

Question 14

How do I prepare for the BCS Business Analysis Practice exam?

Accepted Answer

To prepare for the BCS Business Analysis Practice exam, start by studying the official syllabus (v5.2, May 2024) available from the BCS website. The required textbook is 'Business Analysis' 4th Edition by Debra Paul and James Cadle. Focus on the six exam domains with their weightings: Strategic Context (20%), Stakeholders (20%), Current State Analysis (15%), Target State (15%), Solution Design (15%), and Business Case (15%). Practice applying frameworks like VMOST, PESTLE, Porter's Five…

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01Exam format60 min · 405

02Registration2

03ValidityNo expiry (certificate does not expire)1

04In our question bankv1 (90)

What PC-BA-BAP covers

01Strategic Context for Business Analysis20%5 topics

1.1Explain the purpose of an organisation's visionA vision is a statement that defines the ideal state for the organisation.6 obj.

1.2Apply a suitable technique to analyse the internal environment of an organisationVMOST stands for Vision, Mission, Objectives, Strategy and Tactics.5 obj.

1.3Apply a suitable technique to analyse the external environment of an organisationPorter's Five Forces and PESTLE can be used to analyse the opportunities and threats for an organisation.5 obj.

1.4Analyse a given scenario and apply SWOT analysisA SWOT analysis is used to analyse the current state of both the internal and external organisational environment.5 obj.

1.5Apply tools to measure performancePerformance measurement tools are used to establish how an organisation is performing in its current state, against the organisation's objectives and strategy.6 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesApplying VMOST analysis to organisational scenarios · Confusing VMOST components (e.g., mixing up vision and mission)

02Analysing and Managing Stakeholders20%5 topics

03Analysing the Current State15%4 topics

04Establishing the Target State15%5 topics

05Designing and Defining the Solution15%4 topics

06Developing a Business Case15%6 topics

How do I earn this certification?

01PrerequisitesFC-BA1

02Current levelPC-BA-BAP, PC-BA-RE, PC-BA-MBP +47

03Next level optionsIDBA, AIDBA2

04Alternative pathsPC-BA-ABA, PC-BA-BASD, PC-BA-ARE +25