How to Pass the CBAP® Exam Using BABOK® and an Exam Simulator?
790- by Joyeeta Bose
- 20th Jul, 2018
- Last updated on 11th Mar, 2021
- 3 mins read
The importance of the Business Analysts has increased in the past few years. That is because; there has been a constant evolution in the field of both management and Information Technology. There are numerous courses available right now that will help the IT professionals have a good grip on Business Analytics (BA). The job of a Business Analyst is, in fact, really vast.
A Business Analyst is responsible for formulating policies of an organization by analyzing the massive inflow of data that is occurring every nanosecond. Previously, such data inflow was restricted only to the company based on Information Technology. Nowadays, every sector of the industry has become data-driven. That is why, young IT professionals nowadays are opting for a career as a Business Analyst.
In the words of BA Doug Goldberg, “A strong desire to help others is a solid driver for deep facilitation, effective elicitation, relationship building and mentoring." This holds true as far as Business Analysis is concerned.
The importance of CBAP® examination for Senior Business Analyst
The professional development and the experience that you can drive as a Business Analyst is enormous compared to other similar sectors. Working as a BA will make you both a chief decision maker and the data expert of your company at the same time. That is why, to recognize the importance of such experience, International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) has designed an essential certification for understanding the expertise and the hard work that the Business Analysts around the world are performing.
Individuals who have taken the certification exam or are preparing to sit for the examination have come across the terms like BABOK® and Exam Simulator numerous times. Both of them are indispensable for the examinees that are aspiring to sit for the exam.
- First of all, you must know the importance of BABOK® in CBAP® examination. If you go through the question pattern of CBAP®, you will notice that the paper is based on the situational analysis of numerous case studies. These analytical perspectives of the massive case study are based on the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge or BABOK®. BABOK® is the recognized and accepted guide that is published since 2005 by International Institute of Business Analysis. The book consists of the knowledge, practice, standards, and regulations that are maintained by the Business Analytics professionals worldwide. The most popular and competent successful implementations are discussed in BABOK®.
- With the constant changes in the technologies and the framework of Business, it is essential for the certified Business Analysts and the aspiring senior CBAP® to be up to date with the latest practices and skill that governs the global practices. A Business Analyst must possess the skills to demonstrate all the correct methods for the betterment of the organization. BABOK® serves as the ultimate guidebook to all the BA professionals to make them aware of the standards mentioned above.
- Writing the CBAP® exam compulsorily involves the studying of all the guidebooks of BABOK® thoroughly. There is no shortcut to that! The whole examination is based on the case studies modeled on the BABOK®. Therefore, it is a sheer absurdity, if you avoid the thorough research of BABOK®. The framework actually consists of the principal tasks that the Business Analyst must perform to deliver the excellent conclusion that is expected from a skilled practitioner. For someone preparing for CBAP®, reading such large number of guidebooks could pose a challenging feat. You can start reading one chapter at a time. You need to create a routine on a daily basis. You need to devote each day to a single section.
- You must also chalk out the important points that are relevant to your work experience and incorporate into your notes. Those topics or the frameworks that you have not faced in your real-time work experience could be studied afterwards. Firstly, you need to cover up the similar topics that are relevant to your practical experience. Relating the theoretical framework with the practical knowledge will help you understand and easily remember all the concepts. If you learn by the audio and visual way, then there is a complete audio version of the BABOK® available for your benefit. You can also refer to the link
The indispensable role of Exam Simulator in CBAP® preparation
After taking into account the source materials, it is vital to manage the time and understand your strengths and weakness. That will help you to improve your grade in the examination and make your preparation easier.
- The Exam Simulator is perfect for all the candidates who are preparing for CBAP® examination and want to pass it in a single attempt. The Exam Simulator developed by VCE is an advanced test engine that will help you to become confident to sit for an exam. If you log in to the Exam Simulator, you will be given practice sets and a comprehensive test paper with the time frame similar to the actual examination.
- The changing pattern of CBAP® examination requires that you need to be aware of the latest question module and identify your preferred mode of analysis. The realistic exam paper, frameworks, and Exam Simulator will give you a clear idea of your performance in the examination center. You need to register yourself on the portal https://www.avanset.com/vce-simulator.html and get started.
- For a new user, you need to select the package and the exam pattern that are available on the portal. Refer to youtube for the steps for registration. After entering the product code and record, you can take the CBAP® practice tests numerous times. You have the chance to evaluate and edit your test results and identify your areas of improvement. The test engine will also give you suggestions regarding the time management and limit-based learner accessibility according to your score and analytical capacity.
Apart from the five years’ experience in Business Analytics, you must first study all the six guidebooks of BABOK® for CBAP®. After that, get yourself registered with VCE Exam Simulator and practice innumerable times. With a correct study plan and proper practice, CBAP® certification will inevitably become a possible thing to enrich your resume.
Joyeeta Bose
Joyeeta Bose has done her M.Sc. in Applied Geology. She has been writing contents on different categories for the last 6 years. She loves to write on different subjects. In her free time, she likes to listen to music, see good movies and read story books.
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