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Business Analysis certification

is designed to help BAs work within agile environments.

APMG courses are generally favoured by agile practitioners because, in addition to giving an overall understanding of Agile

, they train candidates in the use of practical business analysis tools and techniques that you will go on to use in your career.

We offer this qualification at two levels:

AgileBA FoundationThis entry-level course is best suited for any of the following:Product owners and managers who require an understanding of

agile business analysis

Working business analysts who wish to move into an agile environment.

Experienced agile team-members who want to work as agile business analysts.

AgileBA Foundation course

provides a general overview of Agile and the roles of an agile business analyst. The course includes the exam which leads to the Foundation certification. Topics include:

Requirements Gathering.Requirements Gathering.Requirements documentation.Requirements documentation.

Requesting functional changes.

Testing functional changes.User Acceptance Test (UAT) co-ordination.

While either Scrum certifications, such as those offered by Scrum Alliance, take a broader view, Scrum.org certifications focus almost exclusively on the application of Scrum in complex projects, particularly those in the IT industry.

PSM exams are not as easy to pass as other certifications (requiring a significant 85% to pass), it does have a reputation for producing knowledge and competent practitioners. Furthermore, Scrum.org certifications are valid for life and do not require maintenance, saving you money in the long run.Enhance your skills with our expert-led courses

Instructor-led

£1,699 +vat

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ht after. The high opinions many people hold of this certification is due to the demanding and strict entry requirements which candidates must meet to be eligible for the PMI-PBA® exam. Eligibility requirements are as follows:Self-pacedEducation:AgilePM Practitioner (with Foundation) self-paced online

Required experience:

High school diploma, associate degree or global equivalent

35 hours in the topic of business analysis practices.

Bachelor’s degree, higher degree or global equivalent.Instructor-led

3 years working as a business analystAgilePM Foundation course35 hours in the topic of business analysis practices.

Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree from a GAC accredited program or global equivalent£1,299 +vat

2 years working as a business analyst

35 hours in the topic of business analysis practices.See all datesIf you meet these requirements, our Intermediate qualificationsPMI-PBAIntermediate qualifications are those that require candidates to first attain entry-level certifications or otherwise have stringent prerequisites.

omline course helps you prepare for the certification exam.PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner

How Agile Project Management (AgilePM<sup>®</sup>) qualifications can help your career

business analysisPRINCE2 Agile Practitioner^{, this qualification should be a goal for every dedicated business analyst! examination, candidates must hold either}Enhance your skills with our expert-led coursesPRINCE2 Foundation

PRINCE2 Agile Foundation

, PMI

Self-paced®BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis self-paced online Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

£499 +vat or an equivalent qualification.

PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner courses elaborate on those topics covered by the PRINCE Agile Foundation course. This course explores the practical application of the PRINCE2 method

Self-paced to working projects.

To be eligible for the Agile PM Practitioner examination, candidates are required to have first passed the Agile PM Foundation exam or have an equivalent certification in Agile.

Earning this qualification allows you to demonstrate your competence in DSDM management and your ability to begin work as an

Agile project manager

to potential employers.Self-pacedUpon completion, candidates will be equipped with the confidence and in-depth knowledge necessary to implement the AgilePM framework and manage the daily tasks of a professional project manager.

BCS Business Analysis Practice self-paced onlinePMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

The PMI-ACP£749 +vat®Subscribe to our exclusive offers and promotions is PMI’s answer to the growing need for experienced Agile project managers. Whilst not itself an

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PMI-ACP

qualifications recognize practitioners’ ability to work as an Agile practitioner

, rather than simply having knowledge of the subject. The

PMI

brand carries weight and credibility owing to the difficulty of its certification exam, guaranteeing that only those who have a good grasp of course material go on to earn their qualifications. To be eligible for the PMI-ACP examination, candidates require 2000 hours of project management experience, and 30 contact-hours of training making it mandatory for candidates to first attend a PMI training course provided by select training service providers. It is possible however to earn this experience through other Agile courses

such as a PSM I or Agile PM training course.

What is the best Agile project management certification?

Below we’re going to give a quick rundown of which

might be best from you based on current experience, industry or role:

PRINCE2 Agile PractitionerPRINCE2 Agile Foundation or equivalentProject managers, senior suppliers, team managers, change advisors, quality assurance supervisors, project analysts.PRINCE2 Agile is most popular in the UK and EU.Simon Buehring

Qualification19 Feb 2026Prerequisites

Best suited for?Learn about the ISEB Business Analysis, a suite of professional qualifications that enhance BA skills. Scroll down for more information.

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PRINCE2 Agile Foundation None Project managers, programme managers, team managers, change advisors, quality assurance supervisors, project analysts.

PRINCE2 Agile is most popular in the UK and EU.

PRINCE2 Agile Foundation or equivalent

PRINCE2 Agile is most popular in the UK and EU.

Simon BuehringAgilePM Foundation

19 Feb 2026None Project managers, programme managers, project team members.

Discover how fishbone diagrams can help identify root causes of complex issues. Read on to gain insights and practical tips for using this essential problem-solving tool effectively.DSDM/AgilePM is recognized and used internationally.

AgilePM Practitioner

AgilePM Foundation or equivalent Project managers, programme managers, systems analysts, portfolio managers, business analysts, solution developers. DSDM/AgilePM is recognized and used internationally.

PSM I

What is an Agile project management course?

Scrum masters, Agile project managers, systems engineer, user researcher.

PMI-ACP®

None**

Project managers, portfolio managers, technical supervisors, project analysts.US

*Certifications in Agile are universally applicable. This list simply illustrates the most notable industries to make use of each respective framework.