Both come from IIBA and share the same BABOK® Guide v3 foundation — but they target different points in a business analyst's journey. Here's how Certified Business Analysis Professional and Certification of Capability in Business Analysis compare, and how to choose.
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| CBAP®Certified Business Analysis Professional | CCBA®Certification of Capability in Business Analysis | |
|---|---|---|
| Level | Senior | Intermediate |
| Exam length | 3h 30m | 3h 0m |
| Questions (real exam) | ~120 | ~130 |
| Pass mark | 70% | 70% |
| In a sentence | The senior-level BABOK certification. | The intermediate BABOK certification for analysts with a few years' experience. |
| Free practice | 253 sample questions | 252 sample questions |
Exam parameters reflect the IIBA BABOK® Guide v3 framework. Always confirm current eligibility and fees on IIBA's official site before applying. ExamDeck is an independent study tool and is not affiliated with IIBA.
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| CBAP®facts as of August 2026 | CCBA®facts as of August 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fees | Application fee (one-time, non-refundable): $145 Exam fee — IIBA member: $350 (first-year membership included) Exam fee — non-member: $505 Retake — member: $295 Recertification (every 3 yrs): $85 member / $120 non-member |
Application fee (one-time): $145 Exam fee — member: $250 (first-year membership included) Exam fee — non-member: $405 Retake — member: $195 ($350 non-member) Recertification (every 3 yrs): $85 member / $120 non-member |
| Study time | 150–200 hours over 2–3 months (roughly 5–8 hours a week) | 100–150 hours over roughly 2 months |
| Renewal | 60 Continuing Development Units (CDUs) every 3 years | 60 Continuing Development Units (CDUs) every 3 years |
| Entry requirement | 7,500 hours of BA work in the last 10 years | 3,750 hours of BA work in the last 7 years |
| Body of knowledge | BABOK v3 | BABOK v3 |
| Full fact pages | CBAP® cost · format · eligibility | CCBA® cost · format · eligibility |
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Both are IIBA certifications built on the BABOK Guide v3. CBAP® (Certified Business Analysis Professional) is a Senior credential, while CCBA® (Certification of Capability in Business Analysis) is a Intermediate credential. They differ mainly in target experience level, exam length and depth.
The CBAP® exam runs about 3h 30m with ~120 questions; the CCBA® exam runs about 3h 0m with ~130 questions. The more senior credential generally demands more applied, scenario-based judgement.
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