Level 4 Apprenticeship

Business Analyst

Master advanced business analysis, strategic solution design, and technology-enabled transformation. This comprehensive Level 4 programme equips you with enterprise-level expertise.

Standard ST0117 • 18 months + EPA £9,000 funding

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Knowledge Areas
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Core Skills
13
Behaviours
8
Weeks EPA
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Who Is This For?

The ideal candidate for our Business Analyst apprenticeship

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Systems & Software Professionals

Targeting senior strategic roles and solution architecture positions

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IT Specialists

Aiming to develop consultancy and advisory capabilities

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Change Leaders

Interested in digital transformation and solution delivery

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Business Improvement Professionals

Seeking advanced technical and analytical knowledge

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Differentiator

BCS RITTech registration pathway available - unlock professional accreditation and senior career progression in business analysis

What You'll Learn

Nine comprehensive knowledge modules covering the complete BA lifecycle

Module 1

BA Lifecycle & Context

Understand the complete business analysis lifecycle and operating context within modern organisations

Module 2

Investigation & Stakeholder Analysis

Master requirement gathering and comprehensive stakeholder needs analysis techniques

Module 3

Strategy Analysis & Benchmarking

Evaluate organisational strategy and benchmark against industry best practices

Module 4

Gap Analysis & Process Modelling

Identify capability gaps and comprehensively model business processes

Module 5

Requirements Engineering

Elicit, analyse, and document functional and non-functional requirements

Module 6

Data Modelling & SDLC

Design data architectures and master Waterfall and Agile development approaches

Module 7

Change Management & Benefits Realisation

Lead organisational change initiatives and track benefits delivery

Module 8

UAT & Technology Trends

Execute user acceptance testing and evaluate emerging AI technologies

Module 9

Consultancy & Presentation Skills

Develop advisory capabilities and communicate insights to executive audiences

Programme Details

Key facts and timeline

Duration

18
months practical training

Off-the-Job

348
hours minimum

Funding Band

£9k
government funded

EPA Duration

8
weeks final assessment

Delivery Model

Blended
Theory + work-based projects

Professional Registration

BCS
RITTech pathway

Career Progression

Progress your career with advanced analyst expertise

Senior Business Analyst
Solution Architect
BA Manager / Lead
BCS RITTech Member

EPA Assessment Breakdown

How you'll demonstrate competence

Professional Discussion

Engage in an in-depth conversation with an assessor, demonstrating comprehensive understanding of business analysis principles, methodologies, and real-world application.

Portfolio Assessment

Submit evidence of work across the full BA lifecycle, including investigation, modelling, requirements documentation, and change management activities.

Project / Improvement Proposal

Complete a substantial work-based project demonstrating end-to-end business analysis capability and measurable organisational improvement.

Become a Strategic Business Analyst

Master comprehensive business analysis expertise and progress towards senior advisory roles in digital transformation. Unlock your potential with BCS RITTech accreditation.