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BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis

A globally recognised qualification that builds the end-to-end capabilities required to succeed as a Business Analyst — from understanding business needs and modelling processes, through to stakeholder engagement and effective solution delivery, aligning with SFIA Plus levels 3 and 4.

Across the diploma, you’ll develop the ability to:
 • Analyse business needs and organisational objectives with clarity
 • Engage stakeholders and manage conflicting requirements confidently
 • Model business processes and systems in a clear, structured way
 • Define, validate, and manage requirements throughout the lifecycle
 • Support effective solution design and delivery
 • Communicate insight to both technical and non-technical audiences

The emphasis is on practical, real-world application, not theory alone.
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Accredited Excellence You Can Trust

Duco Digital is a BCS-accredited training provider, offering courses that uphold the highest standards in learning artificial intelligence. Each module aligns with the official BCS syllabus, giving you the knowledge, confidence, and credentials to excel.

Trusted by professionals and organisations worldwide. Certified by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.

About the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis

The BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis consists of four BCS-accredited Business Analysis courses, plus an oral exam, each focusing on a critical capability used by business analysts in real organisations.

Rather than a single exam or generic course, the diploma is achieved by:
 • Completing core foundation and practitioner awards
 • Developing specialist skills in requirements, modelling, and collaboration
 • Demonstrating applied understanding across the BA lifecycle.

This modular structure allows learners to build skills progressively, while gaining recognised certification at each stage.

What you'll learn

The diploma is built from a clear progression of courses, including:
 • Business Analysis Foundation course
 • 3 Practitioner-level specialist courses: Requirements Engineering, Modelling Business Processes and Business Analysis Practice Practitioner.
 • 1 day preparation for the BCS oral exam with our accredited business analysis trainer.

What you get:

 • 12 months access to complete all 5 courses and attempt the exams (if  you need more time, just let us know)
 • 4  BCS eCertificates when passing each exam
 • BCS IT International Business Diploma when you pass the fifth exam
 • 1 year access to the BCS eLibrary of over 100 ebooks in business and technology and includes the recommended BCS books for this course
 • 1-year BCS Associate Membership (worth £92) after passing your first exam^
 • Exam fee included — no hidden extras
 • Pass Assist package with live tutor support, practice exams, and exclusive video guides.
^new BCS members only
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What's Included?

Your price for the diploma isn’t just for learning materials — it includes the complete Pass Assist package, designed to give you the best chance of passing your BCS exam with confidence.

5 Recognised Certificates

Gain a professional certificate globally recognised by employers, colleges, and universities to boost your career, education and knowledge when you pass each exam, plus the overall International Business Analysis Diploma when you pass your fifth exam (a total of 5 certificates)

Exclusive Video Support Guides

Exclusive video guides to make a learning plan, maximise the course, and prepare effectively

Live Tutor Video Calls

Two live video calls with your course trainer for Q&A and a deeper understanding.

Recommended BCS eBooks

Includes recommended BCS eBooks in the course syllabus

Practice Exam Papers

Practice exam papers to test your knowledge and get exam-ready

BCS Membership^

Claim 1 year BCS Associate membership for networking, career guidance, IT industry news and insights, webinars when you pass your exam.
^New BCS members only and on passing your first exam
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How This Pathway Supports Professionals and Organisations

The BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis is ideal for:
 • Aspiring or early-career Business Analysts
 • Experienced BAs seeking formal certification
 • Consultants and change professionals
 • Product owners and project managers
 • Professionals transitioning into BA roles.

No formal BA qualification is required to start at the foundation level.

For organisations, the diploma goes beyond individual development, it helps to:
 • Establish consistent Business Analysis standards across teams and departments
 • Reduce dependency on informal or inconsistent BA practices
 • Improve the quality of requirements, analysis, and decision-making
 • Strengthen collaboration between business, technology, and delivery teams
 • Build internal capability rather than relying solely on external consultants

By developing a shared BA language and approach, organisations benefit from better-defined problems, clearer solutions, and more successful change initiatives.
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ORGANISATIONS 
NEED QUALITY BUSINESS ANALYSTS

70%

Digital transformation initiatives fail due to leadership and cultural issues — not technology.

30%

Demand for Business Analysts has grown by over 30% in the last five years, with BA skills consistently ranked among the top critical business skills across sectors.

3x

Organisations with strong Business Analysis capability are 3× more likely to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Meet your instructor

Tahir Ahmed

Experienced IT Professional and BCS Accredited IT Architecture Trainer
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With over 40 years of experience in the global IT industry, Tahir has held senior roles in Architecture, Programme and Project Management, Business and Systems Analysis, Database Design, and Software Development. A Physics graduate with an M.Sc. in Distributed Information Systems, he brings a wealth of practical knowledge to his teaching. Known for his clear and engaging style, he’s passionate about helping learners understand complex ideas with ease and confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is BCS?

BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, is an internationally respected professional organisation, recognised and trusted by businesses, academic institutions, and IT professionals around the world. Representing over 60,000 members across 150 countries,

BCS brings together a global community of technology experts, educators, industry leaders, and policy-makers. Its purpose is to steer the IT profession through ethical and societal challenges, nurture the skills and careers of those within the field, and champion the use of technology for the greater good. Through its qualifications, events, and professional networks, BCS promotes continuous learning, thought leadership, and responsible innovation across the global tech landscape.

What is SFIA Plus?

SFIA Plus is a comprehensive, BCS-developed enhancement of the SFIA framework,  a globally recognised, seven-level framework that provides a common language for defining skills, competencies, and responsibilities in the digital world.

SFIA Plus provides detailed competency, training, and development resources for over 120 IT skills. It serves as a 3D, 7-level career roadmap to help organisations and individuals benchmark skills, define roles, and map career progression. 

Why should I take this pathway?

Professionals holding the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis commonly progress into roles such as:
 • Business Analyst
 • Senior or Lead Business Analyst
 • Consultant or Change Analyst
 • Product or Service Analyst
 • Transformation and improvement roles

The qualification demonstrates professional credibility, not just experience.

Who is this course for?

The BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis is ideal for:
 • Aspiring or early-career Business Analysts
 • Experienced BAs seeking formal certification
 • Consultants and change professionals
 • Product owners and project managers
 • Professionals transitioning into BA roles

No formal BA qualification is required to start at the foundation level.

What does the pathway include?

  • Online access to 4 structured courses which have modules and lessons that follow the official BCS syllabus, one exam attempt for each course, plus 1 day session with our experinced business analysis trainer to prepare for the included oral exam with BCS examiners.
  • Pass Assist support package (tutor calls, practice papers, video guides, discussion forum, email/WhatsApp support)
  • 1 year access to the BCS eLibrary of over 100 ebooks in business and technology and includes the recommended BCS books for this course
  • A personal course login that saves your progress
  • Exam booking guidance and support
  • A BCS eCertificate for each of your 4 courses, a diploma certificate when you pass the fifth exam (a total of 5 certificates)
  • 1-year Associate Membership* when you pass your first exam
  • VAT.


*New BCS members only

What is Pass Assist?

Pass Assist is our unique support package designed to give you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pass your BCS exam.

When you enroll in this course, Pass Assist gives you:
  • Two live video calls with your course trainer to ask questions and deepen your understanding
  • Practice exam papers to test your knowledge and get familiar with the exam format
  • Exclusive video guides to help you make a learning plan, get the most from the course, and prepare effectively for the exam
  • Ongoing tutor support via discussion forum, email, and WhatsApp for guidance whenever you need it


With Pass Assist, you’re never learning alone—you have the tools and support to succeed.

When is the start date of the pathway?

Self-study: Begin right after enrolment — learn anytime, anywhere. Book a 15-minute welcome call and a 15-minute exam prep session for each of your 8 courses with your trainer directly in the courses.

Live training: Held on mutually agreed dates. Contact us to check availability.

How to start the pathway?

Enrol online now with card, PayPal, or Klarna — or contact us for invoice/bank transfer.

If you prefer live training, please contact us or message us on WhatsApp with a date you would like the training and any requirements, for example, the number of people. 

We train individuals and support teams with their training needs in organisations, colleges, universities, and government departments in different countries. Contact us if you have any questions.

What happens after I enroll?

  1. Click on the enrolment email to gain access.
  2. Complete your study
  3. Book your BCS exam using the link in the BCS email sent to you 14 days after enrolment
  4. Take your exam
  5. Download your BCS certificate from your BCS exam account when you pass
  6. Access your free* 1-year BCS Associate membership from the link in your BCS exam account when you pass
  7. Create a BCS professional profile, access further learning, build networks, and access career tools with a BCS membership

*New BCS members only

What is studying with Duco Digital Training like?


  • Self-paced learning that fits around your schedule

  • Step-by-step modules aligned with the syllabus

  • Our unique Pass Assist package of tutor support, BCS-recommended Books* discussion forums, and exam preparation resources

  • Accredited courses trusted by organisations worldwide

  • BCS certification and membership** that add real career value.


*BCS eBooks as recommended on your syllabus
** Pass the BCS exam to claim your certification. Membership for new BCS members only.

I prefer live training — how can I book this?

Prefer learning in real time with a trainer? We offer live online training for groups of two or more. If you’re learning solo, you can invite a friend or colleague to join. To book, just contact us with your preferred dates and group size, and we’ll confirm availability and customise the session to your needs.

Can organisations buy this pathway for teams?

Yes. Duco Digital Training partners with organisations, colleges, universities, and government departments around the world. We can enrol teams of any size, giving each learner their own login, progress tracking, and Pass Assist support. Payment is available by invoice or bank transfer, and our self-study approach allows groups to learn consistently, at their own pace, while keeping costs manageable.

How long will I have access to the course? 

You have 12 months to complete all BCS courses and take the exams. For career pathways that include multiple courses, simply contact us if you need extra time.

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The course is really thorough about AI in general, and it covers all of the basic knowledge about AI. As a lecturer myself, I will teach this to my students.
Cholid
The training provided will assist me to conduct AI research projects in a more professional and systematic way. The knowledge provided will be incredibly valuable for my future study in the field of computer vision.
Muhammad
Good training materials for remote learning, and the most impressive part was the speed at which they responded to questions. I also had issues with the exam (through the exam platform, not Duco) and they were really helpful in resolving it.
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Live Training for Companies

Looking to train a team?* We deliver bespoke live business analysis training aligned to this pathway — online or onsite — for organisations worldwide.
Tailored sessions, group discounts, and the same exam-ready Pass Assist package. 
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