PMI-PBA® - PMI Professional in Business Analysis
3+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
Spotlight your ability to work effectively with stakeholders to define their business requirements, shape the output of projects, and drive successful business outcomes.

When to Apply
Apply if you have over three years of business analysis experience.

Value
Supports individuals in meeting the needs of organizations that rely on business analysis practitioners to play key roles on their teams. The PMI-PBA® is registered against the ISO 9001 standard.
Education Requirements
- High school diploma
- Associate’s degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- 35 contact hours of education in business analysis
Experience Requirements
- 60 months of business analysis experience (high school diploma, associate’s degree)
- 36 months of business analysis experience (with a four-year degree)
- 24 months experience if you’re a graduate of a GAC program
Certification Maintenance Requirements
Must earn 60 PDUs in business analysis topics every three-year cycle to maintain certification.
Exam Information
4 hours, 200 questions, multiple choice
Other Certification Recommendations
PMP®, PMI-RMP®, PMI-SP, PMI-ACP