PMI-PBA Certification Mastery

Whether you are preparing for the PMI-PBA® (Professional in Business Analysis) certification examination or seeking to become a more effective Business Analyst, PMI-PBA® Certification Mastery provides the knowledge, practical insight and professional guidance needed to succeed.

Drawing on more than thirty-five years of project management experience across engineering, construction, mining, manufacturing, infrastructure, information technology and the public sector, Graeme C. Sayer combines internationally recognised Business Analysis practices with real-world experience to help readers bridge the gap between theory and professional application.

Rather than presenting Business Analysis as a collection of processes and techniques, this book explores the profession as a discipline built upon critical thinking, leadership, stakeholder engagement and the creation of organisational value. Readers are guided through every major aspect of Business Analysis, including business needs assessment, requirements elicitation and analysis, stakeholder collaboration, solution evaluation, governance, ethics, strategy, adaptive delivery approaches and the growing influence of artificial intelligence on the profession.

Designed as both an examination preparation guide and a long-term professional reference, each chapter combines comprehensive explanations with practical insights, examination guidance, reflections from professional practice and leadership perspectives that help transform technical knowledge into sound professional judgement.

More than simply helping you pass the examination, this book encourages you to think like a trusted Business Analyst—one who influences decision-making, builds stakeholder confidence and contributes meaningfully to organisational success.

Whether you are an aspiring PMI-PBA® candidate, an experienced Business Analyst, a Project Manager, Product Owner, Change Manager or any professional involved in business improvement and organisational change, this book will equip you with the knowledge, confidence and leadership mindset required to excel in today's rapidly evolving business environment.

Professional certification is an important milestone.

Professional excellence is the journey.

This book is designed to help you achieve both.