Professional Certificate in Data Analysis

  • Define data requirements, demonstrating a detailed understanding and rigour
  • Illustrate the benefits and uses of data analysis and the techniques applied when analysing business data
  • Develop skills and knowledge to support successful business change programmes within your organisation
  • Attain one of the four modules you need to gain the Advanced International Diploma in Business Analysis

Who is it for?

  • The professional certificate is for anyone who needs to understand and apply data analysis within a business change environment
  • Suitable for business analysts, systems analysts and technical or solutions architects

What are the entry requirements?

  • There are no entry requirements for this certification.

What will I learn?

You’ll gain a broad understanding of data analysis including:

  • Concepts and principles of data analysis and modelling
  • Entity relationship modelling
  • How to rationalise data
  • Analysis class modelling
  • Validation techniques

The syllabus includes training objectives, details of modules and learning hours, plus a recommended reading list.

Download our latest syllabus (PDF)
Download our sample question paper (PDF)

How do I get this certification?

Take the complete training programme (recommended)

You can take a bundled programme of courses with one of our approved training providers. You’ll find them across the UK and around the world.

How long will it take?

Classroom courses normally last three days.

Where can I study?

  • At an approved provider near you
  • At your computer via e-learning or web conference learning

How much does it cost?

Prices for courses vary depending on your chosen training provider and course format.

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Exam only (study on your own)

Ideal if you’re self-motivated and already know something about business analysis.

How long will it take?

It usually takes a minimum of 27 hours to prepare for the exam.

Where can I take the exam?

At any Pearson VUE test centre across the world

How much does it cost?

UK price: £342 (£285 + VAT).
International prices may vary by region, please check international pricing via our partner Pearson VUE.

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What format is the exam?

  • 90 minute ‘closed book’ 40 scenario-based multiple choice questions
  • Pass mark is 65%

What are the benefits of gaining a BCS certification?

Demonstrate your practical experience and show you have the capabilities to be an effective business analyst.

Map your skills and identify your goals along your career path by following the SFIAplus industry-standard framework.

Gain an internationally recognised certification, enabling you to take your skills around the world.

"The industry recognised certifications provide the science behind the skills that I practise every day."

Helen Clark
Business Analyst, Zurich

What's next?

Demonstrate your skills and expertise by gaining the internationally-recognised BCS Advanced International Diploma in Business Analysis, available once you have completed three other professional-level modules.

Available once you’ve completed the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis, and a BCS professional certification in each of the analytical, business and people skills subjects, and one additional BCS professional certification in either an analytical or business skills subject.

Advanced International Diploma in Business Analysis

  • Designed for senior business analysts with at least five years’ experience
  • Validates your experience and expertise as well as your contribution to the wider business analysis community
  • To attain the Advanced Diploma you must gain four professional level certifications and complete a portfolio review

Read more about our Advanced International Diploma in Business Analysis

This qualification is not regulated by the following United Kingdom Regulators - Ofqual, Qualifications Wales, CCEA Regulation or SQA.