Business analysts help organisations investigate operational issues and identify new opportunities to improve different aspects of business areas, processes or systems. BCS certifications are recognised worldwide, built upon best practice and designed by industry experts to teach practical skills that align with real-world requirements and set you up for success.
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BCS training
Help your organisation identify and implement efficient solutions with our BCS business analysis and software testing courses.
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Unlock business potential with BCS training
Why BCS?
BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, is a leading professional organisation that establishes high standards for IT and business professionals. Their range of business analysis courses equip you with structured frameworks for analysing, understanding, and improving business processes. With a focus on developing both foundational and advanced analytical skills, BCS certifications are designed to meet industry demands, making them highly valued qualifications for both individuals and organisations.
What you gain
- Achieve a globally recognised qualification
- Enhance your career prospects
- Gain the knowledge and confidence to implement meaningful change
- Improve your strategic thinking and planning skills
- Learn how to identify, analyse and interpret business needs
- Work effectively with diverse stakeholders
BCS certifications explained
BCS Business Analysis Foundation
BCS Business Analysis Practice
BCS Certificate in Information Security Management Principles
BCS Business Analysis Foundation
An entry-level qualification, the BCS Business Analysis Foundation course is designed to provide an understanding of the principles and practices of business analysis. You will develop core techniques, including requirements engineering, process modelling and stakeholder analysis. The course introduces tools to analysis and optimise business processes, facilitate effective stakeholder communication, document business needs, and identify opportunities for organisational improvement. All of which will help you contribute to meaningful change in any organisation
BCS Business Analysis Practice
Diving into the advanced techniques required for strategic business analysis, the BCS Business Analysis Practice course equips you with the skills to drive business change at a high level. Through this certification, you will gain skills to assess organisational objectives, analyse internal and external environments, and determine how business needs can be met through structured change initiatives. Completing this course prepares you to lead initiatives that deliver real value, setting you apart as a strategic, solution-driven Business Analyst.
BCS Certificate in Information Security Management Principles
Ideal for professionals looking to enhance their knowledge of information security concepts, including risk management, data protection, and compliance. This course covers a broad range of topics, including threat analysis, information security governance, and the practical implementation of security controls. Certification will help ensure you are prepared to succeed as a software tester in today’s digitally reliant business landscape.
Course options
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BCS Foundation Certificate in Information Security Management Principles
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Business Analysis Practice
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Modelling Business Processes
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Requirements Engineering
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Business Analysis Foundation
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BCS Foundation Certificate in Artificial Intelligence
FAQs
Demonstrate your commitment to excellence and gain a globally recognised certification by completing one or more of our BCS business analysis courses.
What is BCS?
BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, is a professional body based in the United Kingdom that promotes standards in IT, computing, and business analysis. Established in 1957, BCS sets high standards of excellence for the industry through its certifications, resources and community.
What career opportunities can a certification in business analysis from BCS lead to?
With a BCS business analysis certification you can pursue roles as a Business Analyst, Process Analyst, Requirements Engineer, Project Manager, and more. All career paths that value analytical and problem-solving skills.
Which BCS business analysis course should I start with?
The BCS Business Analysis Foundation course is ideal for beginners, as it introduces the core principles associated with the role. The other BCS courses available from ILX develop more advanced or specialist skills and are therefore more beneficial when taken as a follow up to the Foundation certification.
Can I take a BCS Business Analysis course online?
Yes, our BCS business analysis courses are available in a range of study options including eLearning and live virtual classroom, both of which take place online. However, if you would prefer to learn in-person some of the courses are available as classroom training.
Career development & support
Continuing your learning journey
Our BCS courses focus on building the practical tools and techniques essential for analysing business needs, engaging with stakeholders, and proposing data-driven solutions, all core responsibilities for a Business Analyst. Continuous learning with our range of courses will further strengthen your career growth, allowing you to adapt to evolving industry demands and broaden your skills. Find out how our courses could help you pursue a career as a Business Analyst.
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There’s lots to consider when choosing a training course. We have a variety of study options, different payment methods, and optional extras such as exam resit services that you might want to add to your learning package. Our help centre has all the information you need to make the right choice. Plus, our helpful customer service team are always on hand to answer any questions.
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Your study options
eLearning
Do you prefer to learn at your own pace? Our interactive and engaging eLearning is the perfect self-study option, allowing you to move through resources and activities at a time that suits you.
Classroom
Our in-person classroom courses provide an interactive and collaborative learning environment, where you will benefit from the knowledge and passion our trainers bring to the subject.
Live virtual classroom
Our virtual courses provide the personal teaching experience of a classroom with the ease and flexibility of a virtual environment. All the benefits, without the travel!
Blended
Our blended courses combine eLearning with face-to-face training. Study the Foundation certification at your own pace and then use the Practitioner workshop to put the theory into practice.
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