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Yes. Any of the Certificate and Boot Camps from The Uncommon League can be used towards certification from IIBA, PMI, and Scrum.org. Check with these organizations on the number of training hours that are required as they vary by certification type and organization.

IIBA, PMI, and Scrum.org all have different processes for obtaining certification. Bob Prentiss CBAP® the founder of The Uncommon League suggests these points in putting together a plan:

1. Permit yourself. Saying the words “I’m going to get certified in analysis,” out loud commits your mindset to achieve the certification. Decide to pursue certification and then give your self permission to start.

2. Know the path. Getting analysis certification requires you to follow a pretty straightforward path. It’s best to know the steps you have to make before you make them. Being the impressive analyst you are, you are will naturally ask questions about the steps for certification. Talk with others that have completed the process to get a better perspective on the certification process or visit the certification website for more information.

3. Plan to Set Aside Time. Certification takes a little effort so you will need to set aside time in your schedule for completing the tasks in the certification process. The best approach is to schedule time on your calendar every day. Even as little as 30 minutes a day makes a big difference. Use this time for submitting the application, studying on your own, or collaborating with others in a study group.

4. Group Collaboration. You can undoubtedly study on your own, but several studies have shown that learning together is a more powerful learning experience, and you will retain more of the information when compared to just studying alone. Create or find a group that supports your certification efforts. Study groups can help you handle frustration or needing to understand an analysis technique more clearly.

5. Prepare and Mock Test. In preparing for the exam, the best course of action is taking sample certification tests. These help you understand how the questions are formulated and help you know which topics to focus on in your studying. You will be more confident in having completed a few mock exams. Focus on the areas of the mock exam where you didn’t’ get the questions right. Pull out those analysis skills and figure out why you answered the question wrong and put that topic on a list for you to study in more depth. If you’re getting a topic right consistently, you won’t need to focus your studying on that topic.

6. Support Your Success. Asking for support is an integral part of the journey. As with any project, you might want to consider getting yourself a champion. Your champion sits in your corner as your cheerleader. They also help you keep focus and on the path to certification.

100%. The Uncommon League shows you not only the concepts and techniques - we also show you how they would work in the real-world by providing hands-on, interactive, and instructor coached breakout sessions. Our courses cover a broad area of knowledge areas and are designed for students to transition into their new careers more effectively.

Yes - The Uncommon League is an Endorsed Education Provider and closely follows that educational standards as set by the certifying organizations. Employers recognize that candidates that show a history of learning in their particular discipline are more likely to be successful in their roles. Individuals with training and certifications have an advantage over other candidates that do not have training or certification. Also, individuals with training and certification generally receive a 5-10% boost in wages.

FLEX scheduling is a part of the Business Analysis Certificate program. It allows a student to set their own pace in going through the program and to easy reschedule courses when needed.

Courses in the BA Certification program are scheduled several times during the year.

Students in the certification program can take courses in any order and can schedule themselves for any instance of a BA Certificate course.

It’s not required to complete all the BA Certificate courses in one quarter. Courses can be scheduled out over a period of 18 months from the date of purchase.

You have up to 18 months from the date of purchase to complete all your certificate courses in order to qualify for the certificate.

Yes. You can reschedule for FREE. There are no penalties or fees. You can reschedule to any future scheduled date for the course.

You must transfer or reschedule the course within 18 months of purchase.

You can only transfer to a course of equal or lesser value.

BA Certificate students have FLEX scheduling (see the FAQ on FLEX scheduling).