Welcome to the last blog in this IIBA\u00ae certification series. Again, MANY CONGRATULATIONS on your achievement. These exams are not \u201ccake walks!\u201d Take some time (but not too long) to bask in the sunshine of your accomplishment because before you know it, it\u2019s time to \u201crecertify!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What? MORE study? No, will not need to take another exam. But you do need to submit \u201cproof\u201d that you\u2019re learning, practicing in your certification focus area, and\/or giving back to the community as a business analysis practitioner. I have a lot of certifications as you can tell from my byline (and I left some off). I\u2019m a continuous learner; learning is my favorite hobby and helps my consulting and training clients. Many of my certifications don\u2019t require any sort of maintenance; others require that whenever the body of knowledge is updated, I need to take a \u201cbridging exam\u201d which means I have to study like crazy and sit another exam. Thankfully, IIBA\u00ae certifications do not require you retest when a new version of the BABOK\u00ae is published; rather, the certifications require that you recertify every three years to demonstrate that you\u2019re active within your field and continuing to learn and grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Note: The ECBA\u2122 (Entry Certificate in Business Analysis) and IIBA\u00ae-CCA (Certificate in Cybersecurity Analysis) credentials are both knowledge-based. As such, they do NOT require maintenance. Note that IIBA\u00ae calls both of those credentials \u201ccertificates\u201d vs. \u201ccertification.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The need to earn CDUs (continuing development units) is one of the reasons why employers find job candidates with IIBA\u00ae certifications preferable over their non-certified peers. Employers know that your certification is \u201ccurrent\u201d in the sense that you must maintain your credential through learning, practice, activity in the IIBA\u00ae local chapter or international organization. It also demonstrates your commitment to the profession discipline of business analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recertification consists of an online process via the IIBA\u00ae website whereby the recipient enters their CDUs into their account (\u201cMy IIBA\u201d tab), agrees to the Terms and Conditions and Code of Ethical Conduct and Professional Standards, and pays the recertification fee. The fee differs between certifications and whether you\u2019re an IIBA\u00ae member. Each certification holder is responsible for tracking earned CDUs and submitting them before the deadline. IIBA will send reminder emails so ensure that certification@iiba.org<\/a> is added to your personal address book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Helpful hint: Track your CDUs often! I keep a spreadsheet where I note required information: Category, event, event description, dates, contact information, # of CDUs. Then, I put a reminder in my phone quarterly to go online and enter the information. I found that\u2019s MUCH easier than waiting until you get that reminder email (which could end up in your spam folder)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n As soon as you pass your certification exam, IIBA\u00ae will send you recertification information. In addition, you can find that information on their website: https:\/\/iiba.org<\/a> under the Certifications tab. There are recertification handbooks available that outline all the information you need to maintain your credential so only general information will be offered below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n CCBA<\/strong>\u00ae and CBAP<\/strong>\u00ae recertification requirements: 60 CDUs every 3-year cycle; one CDU equals one hour<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are six categories within which CDUs can be earned with a maximum # of CDUs per 3-yr cycle:<\/p>\n\n\n\n