Business Analysts identify challenges and define objectives. Our AgileBA Foundation course will help you develop in-demand skills and earn the certification needed to become a proficient Business Analyst for any Agile project team. Â
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AgileBA® Foundation
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Become a valued Business Analyst with AgileBA Foundation
Accredited by APMG, the AgileBA course is perfect for any Business Analyst working with Agile approaches. Alongside the theory, you will have the opportunity to take part in practical workshops where you’ll discover how to conduct a successful business analysis. Â
Learning objectives
By the end of the course, you should understand:Â
- Agile's core philosophy and principlesÂ
- Typical steps in an Agile projectÂ
- Products created in Agile and their usesÂ
- Planning and managing Agile iterationsÂ
- Analysing and breaking down business goalsÂ
- Roles and responsibilities in Agile projectsÂ
- Writing items for a product backlogÂ
- Using user story techniques effectivelyÂ
- Modelling and analysis within Agile methodsÂ
What you'll learn
Business analysis is a vital skill in today’s increasingly Agile driven environments. The AgileBA course focuses on the three stages of an Agile project: product, release, and iteration, teaching you techniques including timeboxing, iterative development, and MoSCoW prioritisation. Â
Business analysis in an Agile world
Explore the unique role of a Business Analyst within Agile environments. Learn how to bridge the gap between stakeholders and Agile teams, and gain insights into capturing requirements, managing priorities, and facilitating effective communication to ensure projects align with business goals. This knowledge will help you navigate the dynamic nature of Agile projects and actively contribute to project success. Â
Fundamentals of Agile projects
This course covers the fundamental principles of Agile approaches, equipping you with an understanding of Agile values, practices, and project lifecycles. You’ll learn how Agile teams operate, the significance of adaptability, and how to support projects that respond efficiently to change. Â
Timeboxing and iterative development
Timeboxing and iterative development are essential concepts within Agile projects that promote productivity and flexibility. You will discover how to work within fixed time periods (timeboxes) to produce incremental deliverables, encouraging regular feedback and continuous improvement. By understanding and applying these techniques, you can keep projects on track, deliver value faster, and support team adaptability. Â
What's included
- Accredited AgileBA Foundation trainingÂ
- AgileBA Foundation examÂ
- Official AgileBA handbook (available as an optional extra for eLearning)Â
- Tutor supportÂ
- Further optional extras, including Pass Protect, available at checkoutÂ
Key facts
Certification
AgileBA FoundationÂ
Who it’s for
Business Analysts and aspiring Business Analysts, Product Owners, Project Managers, and other managers looking to understand business analysisÂ
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.Â
Exam information
Multiple choice, 50 questions, 40 minutes duration, 50% pass mark, closed bookÂ
Optional extras
Pass Protect, Official AgileBA manual (eLearning only)Â
Pre-course
Mandatory online pre-course if you select classroom or live virtual classroom study options. Â
FAQs
Designed to equip you with the essential skills to succeed as an Agile Business Analyst, AgileBA Foundation empowers you to contribute meaningfully to agile projects and ensure they meet business objectives.Â
Why should I get an AgileBA Foundation certification?
If you are currently in, or aspiring to take on, a Business Analyst role and your organisation uses Agile, the AgileBA certification and training will help you gain the in-demand skills needed to carry out effective analysis and assess the needs of any Agile project. Developing this knowledge will give you the confidence to support Agile teams and adapt to project needs, driving personal growth and professional development.Â
What are the levels of AgileBA certification?
There are two levels to the AgileBA certification. Foundation is the first, and this is followed by Practitioner. This course will teach you everything you need to know to pass the Foundation exam and achieve your first certification. Once complete, you can then move on to Practitioner. Â
Does the AgileBA Foundation course include an exam?
Yes, to achieve your AgileBA Foundation certification you will first need to pass an exam. This examination lasts 40 minutes and is made up of 50 questions. To pass you will need to correctly answer 25 out of the 50 questions (50%).Â
How long does it take to study for AgileBA Foundation?
Our classroom and live virtual classroom courses will take three days to complete. Our eLearning gives you the freedom to study at a time and pace that suits you, so this can differ from person to person, but for AgileBA Foundation it is expected to take approximately 12-14 hours to complete. Â
All three study options will effectively prepare you for the final exam, although you may wish to complete your own additional revision.Â
How do I apply for reasonable adjustments for the official exam?
If you need to apply for reasonable adjustments, you need to do this directly with ILX as part of the exam scheduling process. Upon redemption of your exam code you will need to email exambookings@ilxgroup.com with the details of your special requirements. We recommend you provide 15 working days’ notice in order for APMG to consider your request.
What our customers say
"Excellent course and very happy with the ILX support team. Thanks especially to Emma Lindop (Senior Training Advisor at ILX) for her support throughout this journey."Â
Ricardo Ivan Castañeda Uscanga, ILX Learner
"The course tutorials were comprehensive, and easy to follow."Â
Graham Jones, ILX Learner
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