New IIBA® level of certifications are coming in the next year!

• Level 1 will recognize entry level BA Professionals, and will be exam-based
• Level 2 recognizes BA Professionals who have two to three years of business analysis experience. Level 2 will require between 3,000-4,500 hours of experience and is exam based. Current professionals with their CCBA® designation will be grandfathered into level 2
• Level 3 will recognize BA Professionals who manage and lead with over 5 years of business analysis experience. Level 3 will require between 7,500-10,500 hours of experience and is also exam based. Current professionals with CBAP® will be grandfathered into level 3
• To offer further opportunities and growth for senior strategic BA professionals, IIBA is launching level 4. This level will recognize industry thought leaders and those who are giving back to the community. Level 4 will require a minimum of 15,000 hours and it will be assessment based.

reference: http://iiba.informz.ca