After spring 2027, this program will no longer be offered in its current format. Apply by September 30, 2026, if you plan to complete the certificate by that time.
Business Analysis Certificate
Develop the applied skills you need to launch or advance your career as a business analyst. Endorsed by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), our online certificate program provides essential tools and techniques for developing lasting solutions to pressing organizational challenges. It’s designed for entry or mid-level professionals looking for highly marketable skills and credentials.
Overview
Why this program?
- Apply course hours towards Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) designation or maintenance
- Learn to develop a business analysis plan and implement business process changes
- Take conveniently scheduled two-day or three-day courses
- Graduate with a certificate that confers SFU alumni status along with its benefits
- Be eligible for admission to SFU’s Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (which can be applied toward an SFU MBA), even without an undergraduate degree
Format
Part-time
Location
Online
Program completion
All courses must be completed by April 2027.
To graduate, pass all courses required to complete the program.
Course duration
2–3 days (14–21 IIBA professional development hours)
Course work
6–10 hours/week
Schedule
Fri/Sat 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Courses
Required courses (take in any order):
- Business Analysis Fundamentals (BAC105)
- Business Analysis: Team Dynamics and Leadership (BAC110)
- Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring (BAC115)
- Requirements Elicitation, Communication and Management (BAC120)
- Business Analysis: Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving (BAC125)
- Business Process Analysis (BAC130)
- Business Analytics (BAC135)
- Building a Case for Business Change (BAC140)
- Business Analysis Implications (BAC145)
Learning materials
See individual courses for textbook details
Cost
$860–$1,290/course (not including textbook)
$99 non-refundable program application fee
Application info
Deadline to apply: September 30, 2026
After spring 2027, this program will no longer be offered in its current format. To earn the certificate, you must complete all courses by April 2027.
Application requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Mature students who do not meet this requirement may qualify with at least 5 years of appropriate experience
- English Language Recommendations
Deadline to apply: September 30, 2026
After spring 2027, this program will no longer be offered in its current format. To earn the certificate, you must complete all courses by April 2027.
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