BCS Practitioner Modelling Business Processes

Thinking about a career as a Business Analyst or developing your existing business analysis skills?

The BCS Practitioner Certificate in Modelling Business Processes is designed for those who wish to gain an understanding of a range of business process modelling and analysis techniques, know how they are used, and identify when to use them.

The learning in this practitioner certificate explores the context in which modelling techniques are used to improve business processes, examines how modelling occurs at the three levels of the business process hierarchy and considers how change can be managed and implemented.

Why Choose Duco Digital Training?

With self-study, you get a whole package of support we call PASS ASSIST, including:

• Digital access to the BCS books in Business Analysis
• 2 live video support calls with your course trainer
• Practice exam papers
• Series of support videos to get the most out of your course, making a learning plan and how to prepare for the exam
• 5-star rating
• 95% pass rate.

A live training option is available, please contact us.

The BCS Practitioner Certificate in Modelling Business Processes course is a globally recognised professional qualification which will help develop your knowledge and understanding in these specific subjects:

1. The Context for Business Processing Modelling:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and benefits of business process modelling
• Identify the three levels of the business process hierarchy
• Explain the importance of the process view versus the functional view of an organisation

2. Modelling at the Enterprise Level:

• Interpret the construction of an organisational model of business process
• Explain how the processes on the organisational model support the delivery of the value proposition

3. Modelling at the Event-Response Level:

• Interpret the construction of a business process model
• Explain why using a standard notation set is important
• Apply knowledge to distinguish between modelling business process terms and describe how they
  relate to each other
• Demonstrate that a task typically involves one person (actor) at one place at one time, and that it is
  represented as a single ‘box’ on a process model
• Identify the different types of business events
• Explain the purpose of process performance measures and the difference between internal
  performance measures and customers’ expectations of performance

4. Modelling at the Actor-Task Level:

• Construct a task description
• Demonstrate an ability to document the steps and business rules within a task

5. Improving Business Processes:

• Apply approaches to improving business processes
• Show understanding of the need to challenge business rules and assumptions when
  improving or automating business processes
• Identify the areas of a business process that may contribute to unsatisfactory performance
• Explain the need to test processes through use of business scenario analysis
• Prepare a gap analysis on a ‘to be’ business process model, in order to identify the functional
  requirements that could be supported by an IT solution

6. Managing and Implementing Change:

• Describe the considerations of introducing a new process design
• Discuss the use of implementation strategies for implementing business change

Exam Information of BCS Practitioner Certificate in Modelling Business Processes:

• It is a multiple-choice exam
• Pass mark is 26/40 points or 65%
• Duration of the exam is 60 minutes
• The exam will be supervised virtually.

Who is BCS?

Recognised globally by corporations, academics and IT professionals, BCS is the British Computer Society, more commonly known as the Chartered Institute for IT.

They have over 60,000 members in 150 countries, and a wider community of business leaders, educators, practitioners and policy-makers all committed to their mission of leading the IT industry through its ethical challenges, to support the people who work in the industry, and to make IT good for society.

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Meet Our Instructor

Soni is a BCS Accredited Business Analysis trainer with over 20 years’ experience working as a Business Analyst complimented with a MEng degree in Computer Science. In addition, she has experience of project management, enterprise architecture and agile project delivery. Her career as a senior business analyst has involved delivering large digital transformation programmes for both government and corporate organisations in a variety of sectors such as Defence, Banking, Cyber Security, Telecommunications, and IT. She is passionate about the value & importance of business analysis in bridging the gap between Business & technology.

Who is this course for?

Whether you're a seasoned professional looking to refine your skill set or someone embarking on a new career path, the BCS Practitioner Certificate in Modelling Business Processes is designed for you. It's perfect for:

1. Aspiring Business Analysts: Individuals eager to break into the dynamic world of business analysis and carve out a rewarding career.
2. IT and Computing Students: University students seeking to supplement their academic knowledge with practical, industry-relevant skills.
3. Career Changers: Those considering a transition into business analysis from diverse backgrounds, eager to leverage their existing expertise in new ways.
4. Process Improvement Enthusiasts: Professionals focused on streamlining operations and enhancing efficiencies within organizations.
5. Project Managers and Executives: Mid-level managers, senior leaders, and directors aiming to bolster their analytical prowess and drive strategic decision-making.

Specifically, the following roles could benefit from this course (as well as good examples of career opportunities):

• Business Analyst
• Business Architect
• Business Systems Analyst
• Data Analyst
• Enterprise Analyst
• Management Consultant
• Process Analyst
• Product Manager
• Product Owner
• Project Manager
• and Systems Analyst.

• None—no experience or qualifications are needed, although if you have no experience in business analysis, you should read the BCS Business Analysis ebooks that we send you and consult the reading list or consider taking the BCS Business Analysis Foundation course first as that covers essential concepts in detail.
• We recommend beginners to consult the reading list and explore recent news and case studies using modelling business processes in the sector they work in.
• An internet connection with a mobile/tablet or laptop is required.

According to the 2023 Salary Guide by Robert Half, the median salary for a business analyst in the U.S. was $95,520.

However, individuals with advanced skills, such as proficiency in business intelligence software or an understanding of data analytics, could earn even more. This demonstrates the potential financial benefits of investing in business analysis training.

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BCS Practitioner in Modelling Business Processes

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