{"id":67097,"date":"2018-08-09T08:13:36","date_gmt":"2018-08-09T08:13:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/?p=67097"},"modified":"2018-08-09T08:13:36","modified_gmt":"2018-08-09T08:13:36","slug":"cbap-certification-preparation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/cbap-certification-preparation\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for CBAP Certification Exam?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em><span class=\"s1\">Are you thinking to validate your extensive expertise in the business analysis domain? If yes, just prepare to pass the CBAP certification exam and bring your career one level up.<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) certification is a level three business analysis certification for the business analysts who have an experience of more than 5 years in business analysis. CBAP certification is offered by IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis) and it demonstrates the business analysis skills of intermediate to senior business analysts.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Check your preparation level for CBAP Certification Exam with FREE\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/cbap-certification\/free-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CBAP Sample Questions.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAPs are the recognized business analysis professionals who are committed towards their profession. To achieve CBAP certification, one needs to pass the CBAP exam that has eligibility criteria to be followed. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Whizlabs offers best-in-industry CBAP practice tests to help you prepare and pass the CBAP certification exam. So, just follow the below-mentioned steps and get ready to begin your CBAP certification exam journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ea7e02;color:#ea7e02\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ea7e02;color:#ea7e02\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/cbap-certification-preparation\/#Who_can_Apply_for_CBAP_Certification\" >Who can Apply for CBAP Certification?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/cbap-certification-preparation\/#CBAP_Exam_Information\" >CBAP Exam Information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/cbap-certification-preparation\/#Important_Points_You_Need_to_Know_about_CBAP_Certification\" >Important Points You Need to Know about CBAP Certification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/cbap-certification-preparation\/#Preparation_Guide_for_CBAP_Certification_Exam\" >Preparation Guide for CBAP Certification Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/cbap-certification-preparation\/#Expertise_Tips_for_CBAP_Certification_Exam_Preparation\" >Expertise Tips for CBAP Certification Exam Preparation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/cbap-certification-preparation\/#CBAP_Certification_Exam_FAQs\" >CBAP Certification Exam FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"p4\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_can_Apply_for_CBAP_Certification\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\">Who can Apply for CBAP Certification?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAP certification is the level 2 competency-based certification program in business analysis. This certification exam is intended for the business analysis professionals who manage and lead with the<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>5 or more years of working experience in business analysis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p4\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CBAP_Exam_Information\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\">CBAP Exam Information<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Certification Name &#8211;<\/b> Certified Business Analysis Professional Certification <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Prerequisite &#8211; <\/b>None<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Number of Questions &#8211;<\/b> 120<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Exam Pattern &#8211;<\/b> Multiple Choice Questions<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Exam Duration &#8211; <\/b>3.5 Hours<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Passing Marks &#8211; <\/b>No passing score announced by IIBA<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Renewal &#8211; <\/b>Not required<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Validity &#8211;<\/b> As long as the certification is valid<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p5\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Eligibility Criteria &#8211;<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">The aspiring candidates who want to become CBAPs should satisfy the below-mentioned eligibility criteria &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">At least 7,500 hours of work experience in business analysis in the last 10 years; out of which, at least 900 hours should be in 4 knowledge areas of the 6\u00a0<i>BABOK\u00ae\u00a0Guide <\/i>Version 3\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Minimum 35 hours of Professional Development in the last 4 years<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">Agreement with the\u00a0CBAP\u00ae\u00a0Code of Conduct<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li7\"><span class=\"s1\">References<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p9\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Exam Fee &#8211;<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\"t1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td1\" colspan=\"4\" valign=\"top\">\n<h5 class=\"p10\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAP Certification Exam Fee<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td2\" colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\">\n<h6 class=\"p11\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Application Fee (Non-Refundable)<\/span><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td2\" colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\">\n<h6 class=\"p11\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Exam Fee<\/span><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td3\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">IIBA Member<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td3\" style=\"text-align: center;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\"><span class=\"s1\">IIBA Non-Member<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td3\" style=\"text-align: center;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\"><span class=\"s1\">IIBA Member<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td3\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">IIBA Non-Member<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td4\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p13\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">$125<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td4\" style=\"text-align: center;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p13\"><span class=\"s1\">$125<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td4\" style=\"text-align: center;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p13\"><span class=\"s1\">$325<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td4\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p13\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">$450<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAP is an online web-based and competency-based exam that you can take any time from anywhere. You need to have a computer,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>microphone, webcam, and working internet connection. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p4\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Points_You_Need_to_Know_about_CBAP_Certification\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\">Important Points You Need to Know about CBAP Certification<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">Besides basic information about the CBAP certification exam, there are many other important points that you need to know before starting your exam preparation. Let\u2019s have a look over these points &#8211; <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">You need to have a considerable experience in business analysis domain i.e. 5+ years. So, if you want to validate your business analysis skills and recognize yourself as an experienced business analysis professional, this CBAP certification is for you.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ul1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">There is no prerequisite for the CBAP certification; it means you don\u2019t need to have any other certification to take this certification. If you satisfy the eligibility criteria, you can go for CBAP certification.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ul1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">If you are looking for a go-to-trick to prepare and pass the CBAP certification exam, just read out the BABOK to clear all the concepts, read a few business analysis books, and practice through CBAP practice tests and you will be ready for the CBAP exam.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ul1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAP certification exam is based on BABOK and preparing through that is enough to pass the CBAP certification exam. So, there is no requirement of any instructor-led training if you are a self-study kind of person.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ul1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAP is a competency-based exam so you need to prepare well to before taking the exam if you want to pass the CBAP exam in the first attempt.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Are you an entry-level business analysis professional? Start your business analysis career and validate your skills with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/ecba-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ECBA certification exam<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"p4\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparation_Guide_for_CBAP_Certification_Exam\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\">Preparation Guide for CBAP Certification Exam<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Good preparation leads to good results. So, if you are planning to take CBAP certification, you need to prepare well for that. And for the good preparation, you need to follow the right preparation track. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">So, after the submission of the application for the CBAP exam, you should focus on the exam preparation. While starting your preparation, the first question that will come to your mind is &#8211; how to prepare for the CBAP exam. And here is the answer &#8211; we bring CBAP preparation guide for you that will make you ready to pass the CBAP certification exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"p5\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Step 1: Get Familiar with the CBAP Exam Format and Blueprint<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">So, are you ready to start your preparation for the CBAP certification exam? The things you need to get familiar with at the very beginning are &#8211; exam blueprint, exam format, and exam information. We\u2019ve already mentioned the exam information and exam format above. So, let\u2019s understand the CBAP exam blueprint i.e. exam objectives of the exam along with the percentage weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\"t1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td1\" colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\">\n<h5 class=\"p10\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAP Certification Exam Blueprint<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td2\" valign=\"top\">\n<h6 class=\"p11\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Domain<\/span><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td2\" valign=\"top\">\n<h6 class=\"p11\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Percentage (%) Weight<\/span><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td5\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Requirement Analysis and Design Definition<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td5\" style=\"text-align: center;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\"><span class=\"s1\">30%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td6\" style=\"text-align: center;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\"><span class=\"s1\">Requirement Lifecycle Management<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td6\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">15%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td5\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Strategy Analysis<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td5\" style=\"text-align: center;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\"><span class=\"s1\">15%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td6\" style=\"text-align: center;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\"><span class=\"s1\">Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td6\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">14%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td5\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Solution Evaluation<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td5\" style=\"text-align: center;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\"><span class=\"s1\">14%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"td6\" style=\"text-align: center;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\"><span class=\"s1\">Elicitation and Collaboration<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"td6\" valign=\"top\">\n<p class=\"p12\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">12%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h4 class=\"p5\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Step 2: Study through BABOK Guide Version 3<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">BABOK study guide is considered as the bible for the CBAP certification exam. It is recommended to go through BABOK study guide very well to understand all the subject areas and concepts that are covered in the exam. Read BABOK twice or thrice if needed but be determined to master all the knowledge areas of the BABOK guide. Just remember, clear everything that is given in the BABOK guide and doesn\u2019t leave anything if you want to pass the certification exam in the first attempt.\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b><i>Also Read: <\/i><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/ecba-certification-preparation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ECBA Certification Preparation Guide<\/a>\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/ccba-certification-preparation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CCBA Certification Preparation Guide<\/a>\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h4 class=\"p5\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Step 3: Read CBAP Certification Preparation Books<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Books are the best resources to learn and prepare for an exam. So if you are an aspiring learner who loves self-study then just find some good books and move ahead to prepare for the CBAP certification exam. Some of the good books that are advised to read to prepare for the CBAP exam are &#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAP Certification Study Guide v3.0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAP Certification and BABOK Study Guide <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">CBAP\/CCBA Certified Business Analysis Study Guide <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"p5\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Step 4: Attend CBAP Certification Training<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Are you not a self-study kind of person? Go for CBAP certification training! You can choose one of the classroom training, online training or instructor-led training as per your preference and convenience. IIBA EEPs are the CBAP certification training providers, you can choose one near to your location and start training. These training providers will make you eligible for the CBAP exam by providing you with Professional Development hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"p5\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Step 5: Practice with CBAP Practice Tests<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">When you find yourself prepared for the exam, it is the right time to check your preparation level with the CBAP practice tests. There are many exam simulator and practice tests providers, you can choose one to practice for the exam. Preparing through CBAP practice tests will help you get familiar with the real exam and you will be confident enough to pass the CBAP exam in the first attempt. Whizlabs offers CBAP practice tests that are much like the real exams and prepares you for the actual exam. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Following the above-mentioned preparation steps, you will get all ready for the CBAP certification exam. So, it\u2019s the time to take the CBAP exam and earn your certification!<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Are you a mid-level business analyst preparing for CCBA certification exam? Check your current level of preparation with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/ccba-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CCBA practice tests<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"p4\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expertise_Tips_for_CBAP_Certification_Exam_Preparation\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\">Expertise Tips for CBAP Certification Exam Preparation<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">It is highly recommended to follow a right preparation path to pass the CBAP exam. Besides this CBAP exam prep guide, here are the expert tips that you need to follow during CBAP certification exam preparation.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Read the BABOK Guide at least two times along with its referenced sources.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Review IIBA Guide to Competency-based certification very well.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Go through all the sample questions that are given on the CBAP certification page.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Enroll for CBAP online courses and practice tests to get familiar with the exam environment, format, and pattern.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Join the CBAP certification training provided by any of the IIBA EEPs (Endorsed Education Providers) to cover your weak areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Find and read CBAP exam prep books that are readily and widely available.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Don\u2019t forget to go through the FAQs given on the IIBA official website that will help you know the important points.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Have a discussion on the various objectives of the CBAP exam with your study partners using a number of examples.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Be a part of the events hosted by the IIBA in your area; it may help you in your exam preparation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Join study groups and online discussion forums where people share their experience and knowledge, it will help you a lot to have a thorough understanding of the topics. <a href=\"http:\/\/ask.whizlabs.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Whizlabs forum<\/span><\/a> is one that can help you in your CBAP certification prep.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Don\u2019t only rely on the theoretical knowledge, get some hands-on experience that will make your knowledge and practical application successful.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">These above-mentioned expertise tips will help you become more confident such that you\u2019ll be able to pass the CBAP certification exam in your first go.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Still, have any doubt while going for the Business Analysis Certification? Just go through the list of Top 5 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/best-business-analysis-certifications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business Analysis Certifications<\/a> to choose the right one and go ahead in your career.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"p15\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CBAP_Certification_Exam_FAQs\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\">CBAP Certification Exam FAQs<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><span class=\"s1\">1. What is the format of the CBAP certification exam?\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">The CBAP exam is a competency-based exam that consists of multiple choice questions about the given case study. The candidate is given 3.5 hours to complete the 120 multiple choice questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">2.\u00a0<span class=\"s1\">Is there any negative marking in the CBAP certification exam?<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">No, there is no negative marking in the CBAP certification exam. As there is no negative marking, the candidates are advised to answer all the questions in the exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">3.\u00a0<span class=\"s1\">What is the required score to pass the CBAP certification exam?<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">IIBA have not revealed any score or percentage marks to pass the CBAP certification exam. But for an instance, it can be assumed that one needs to score at least 70% marks to pass the CBAP certification exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">4. How much do I need to pay to apply for the CBAP certification exam?<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">To sit for the CBAP certification exam, one need to pay the application fee and the exam fee. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">If you are an IIBA member, you will have to pay USD 450 for the CBAP certification exam (USD 125 for the Application Fee and $325 for the Exam Fee)<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">If you are an IIBA non-member, you will have to pay USD 575 for the CBAP certification exam (USD 125 for the Application Fee and $450 for the Exam Fee)<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">5. What is the CBAP application process?<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">The CBAP application process involves the following steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"li17\"><span class=\"s1\">Submission of online application at the IIBA website <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li17\"><span class=\"s1\">Payment of application fee after the application submission<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">(Note that once your application is approved, you will have a period of 1 year to give and pass the exam after getting the email receipt of the application approval)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"li17\"><span class=\"s1\">Account creation at www.examlocal.com and exam scheduling <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Why is a certification required to grow in the field of Business Analysis? Let\u2019s find out if a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/business-analysis-certifications-importance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Business Analysis Certification<\/a> really adds value to one\u2019s career!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h4 class=\"p19\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Final Words <\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) exam is a credential that validates and demonstrates the business analysis skills of a senior level business analysis professional. If you are a business analysis professional with 5+ years of experience, get this certification and boost your career. Whizlabs being a pioneer in online certification training industry brings the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/cbap-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">CBAP practice tests<\/span><\/a> for you to help you prepare well and pass the certification exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Whizlabs best-in-industry practice material provides you a real exam like interface. Whizlabs practice tests make you confident enough to pass the CBAP exam in the first attempt. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\">Still thinking? Don\u2019t think much and take the right decision to bring your career one level up. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p18\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b><i>Have any questions related to CBAP certification exam preparation? 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