Advanced Diploma in Business Analysis

Course Information

 This program comprises of four modules namely: Sustainable Business Analysis (core); Management Consulting (core); Software Testing (elective) or Project Management (elective).

The Advanced Diploma in Business Analysis mode of delivery is distance learning, where teaching is conducted synchronously via virtual teaching sessions, complemented by Rhodes University's on-line learning management system. 

Rhodes Business School is an Academic Member of the International Institute of Business Analysis™ (IIBA®) since 2019. IIBA is the leading association for business analysis around the globe.  As the global voice of the business analysis community,IIBA supports recognition of the profession, networking and community engagement, standards and resource development, and comprehensive certification programs. IIBA is committed to the growth of the business analysis profession by supporting education providers.

Through IIBA’s Academic Program, IIBA has endorsed these programs: Advanced Diploma in Business Analysis and Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analysis

This endorsement confirms that these programs are aligned to A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge® (BABOK® guide). As an academic member,  we are able to create a direct path for our students to globally recognized certifications, such as the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA®) by prequalifying these programs for the professional development requirement.

Course Fee & Application Details

The course fee is R30 000. South African students must pay an initial payment (MIP) of 10% to secure their place on the course.  If you are an international student, based outside of South Africa, then payment is required in full prior to registration (approximately 2 000 USD).

Synchronous sessions will be held at 5 pm South African time on the days indicated on the timetable unless the lecturer advises otherwise.  Virtual meetings will typically be for an hour.  Assignment and test dates are indicated on the timetable in the Advanced Diploma Brochure. Tests will be conducted online.

To qualify for admission students require a National Diploma (NQF6) or a Bachelors's Degree (NQF7). 

Completion of the Advanced Diploma in Business Analysis enables access to the Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analysis (NQF8). 

 

 

 

Last Modified: Thu, 03 Jun 2021 15:12:58 SAST