BABOK Business Analysis Core Concepts 2

Question 1

What are 'underlying competencies' in BABOK?

Accepted Answer

The behaviors, knowledge, and personal qualities that support effective business analysis

Answer

Underlying competencies are the personal and professional qualities—such as analytical thinking, communication, and ethics—that enable a business analyst to be effective.

Question 2

In BABOK, what is meant by 'analytical thinking and problem solving' as a core competency?

Accepted Answer

The ability to identify and evaluate information to form conclusions and propose solutions

Answer

Analytical thinking involves breaking down complex information, identifying patterns, and reasoning to reach sound conclusions that support decision-making.

Question 3

Which of the following is a type of stakeholder in BABOK?

Accepted Answer

Regulator

Answer

BABOK identifies regulators as a stakeholder type because they set constraints and standards that the solution must comply with.

Question 4

What is the 'domain subject matter expert' (SME) stakeholder role in BABOK?

Accepted Answer

A stakeholder with deep knowledge of a specific topic relevant to the solution

Answer

Domain SMEs provide specialized knowledge about the business area, processes, or systems relevant to the change, informing accurate and complete requirements.

Question 5

What does BABOK mean by 'change' as a core concept?

Accepted Answer

The act of transformation in response to a need

Answer

In BABOK, change is the act of transformation that is undertaken to address a need and create value for stakeholders.

BABOK - Business Analysis Body of Knowledge Practice Test

BABOK - Business Analysis Body of Knowledge Practice Test

BABOK Business Analysis Core Concepts 2