Probably every system or business analyst at some stage of his career thinks that it would be nice to get a professional certificate. In this article I will try to answer the question - is it necessary and why?
What kind of certification is it?
There are several organizations in the world that allow business analysts to obtain certification and thereby confirm their professional level. I have looked at the most common organizations and certificates, namely:
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA). Offers certifications for analysts of all levels, from beginner ECBA to seasoned CBAP professionals .
Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) also offers two levels of certification.
The Project Management Institute (PMI) is best known for its Project Manager certifications. But they also offer PMI-PBA certification for business analysts.
The International Requirements Engineering Board (IREB) offers multiple CBRE certification levels for requirements analysts, which is more suitable for IT analysts.
The International Qualification Board for Business Analysis (IQBBA) offers two levels of certification: entry-level analyst and advanced analyst.
Basically, these certificates are positioned for specialists in business analysis, but in our country they are also considered as confirmation of the level for system analysts, requirements analysts, software analyst, etc. There is a huge field for discussion, but I'm not talking about that.
Why is this needed?
I think that every analyst, having delved into the subject, will be able to find an answer to this question. I have considered three, the most frequently cited reasons, in principle, for any certification:
certified professionals earn more;
preparation for certification helps to organize your knowledge and allows you to identify gaps / gaps in the profession;
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I think that preparation for certification makes sense if you want to develop further in this area. If you see your future path in another area: as an architect, product owner or manager / lead, then it will probably be more useful for you to spend time developing the skills and competencies in demand in this area.
Good luck to everyone on projects! Do what you are interested in and improve your qualifications!