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Oct 2024
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How Certification Helps Agile Business A...

International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)
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In this episode of Business Analysis Live!, Susan Moore, the Community Engagement Manager at the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), is joined by guest co-host Blake Heggestad, IIBA's Director of Programs and Partnerships, and guest LN Mishra, founder of Adaptive US, to discuss how certifications can empower business analysts in their careers.

The conversation begins with an overview of why agile certifications have become essential for business analysts, especially as more organizations embrace agile practices. LN shares the advantages of becoming certified in agile business analysis, emphasizing the development of role-specific skills, improved adaptability, and strengthened collaboration within agile teams.

They then discuss two key agile certifications offered by IIBA. First, they discuss the Agile Analysis Certification (IIBA-AAC), a credential specifically designed for business analysts working in agile roles. The IIBA-AAC combines agile principles with practical business analysis techniques, preparing professionals for real-world project needs. Next, they cover the Certificate in Product Ownership Analysis (CPOA), another certification aligned with agile practices. The CPOA focuses on the product ownership role within agile frameworks, helping business analysts develop the skills needed to connect business goals with development teams and effectively lead product-focused initiatives.

This episode provides an in-depth look at the agile certification process, offering preparation tips, recommended resources, and insights into how these certifications have positively impacted the careers of business analysts.

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Business Analysis Live is hosted by Susan Moore, Community Engagement Manager at IIBA  We talk with business analysis professionals about business analysis topics and answer questions from our live audience. If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to hit that Like button, subscribe to the channel, and share it with your friends. Your support helps us keep bringing you great content!

The International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) is a non-profit professional association serving the field of business analysis. As the global thought leader and voice of the business analysis community, IIBA actively supports the recognition of the profession, and works to maintain global standards for the ongoing development of the practice and certifications.

Learn more at ⁠https://www.iiba.org/

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