Needs Assessment
18% of the examUnderstanding the business problem or opportunity, weighing the inputs, and shaping a solution scope with the right stakeholders identified.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
PMI-PBA® Certification Training in Malaysia
- PMI Authorized Training Partner — aligned to PMI's PMI-PBA
- Earn the 35 contact hours PMI requires
- Covers all five domains — Needs Assessment, Planning, Analysis, Traceability and Monitoring, Evaluation
- Live virtual, face-to-face in Kuala Lumpur, and self-paced options
- 35 contact hours
- Five exam domains
- 200 questions, 240 minutes
Mock exam
Exam Preparation Resources
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OVERVIEW
What the PMI-PBA® is — and why the experience requirement matters more than the exam
The PMI Professional in Business Analysis is PMI's credential for people who do the requirements work on projects and programmes: understanding the business problem, eliciting and analysing requirements, tracing them through delivery, and evaluating whether what was built actually solved anything. It sits alongside the PMP rather than beneath it, and it is assessed on documented practitioner experience as well as on an exam.
The exam is 200 multiple-choice questions in 240 minutes, of which 175 are scored and 25 are unscored pretest questions dispersed through the paper. Questions are distributed across five domains: Needs Assessment at 18%, Planning at 22%, Analysis at 35%, Traceability and Monitoring at 15% and Evaluation at 10%. Analysis is by a wide margin the largest domain, so a third of the paper is elicitation, decomposition, specification and validation of requirements.
Be clear-eyed about the entry bar. PMI wants 60 months of business analysis practice if your highest qualification is a secondary degree, or 36 months with a bachelor's, all earned in the last eight years — plus 35 contact hours of education in business analysis practices. This is a practitioner credential, not an entry point. This programme delivers the 35 contact hours, teaches all five domains, and keeps coaching you through the preparation weeks that follow.
- 5
Exam domains
Analysis alone carries 35% of the questions.
- 200
Questions, 240 minutes
175 are scored; 25 are unscored pretest questions.
- 35
Contact hours required
This programme delivers all of them.
- 60
PDUs to renew
Every three years — the same cycle as the PMP.
The exam is administered by PMI, online proctored or at a Pearson VUE test centre, and in English only. We prepare you for it and support your application — we do not set or mark it.
Who it's for
Who should take PMI-PBA certification training
It is written for people who already do business analysis work and can document years of it — PMI's experience requirement is the first hurdle, not the exam.
Business analysts with several years behind them
Already doing requirements work and wanting a credential that recognises the practice rather than a tool.
Project managers who own the requirements
Running projects where nobody holds a dedicated BA role, so the elicitation and traceability land on you.
PMP holders adding business analysis evidence
Holding a delivery credential and wanting one that speaks to the front half of the work.
Product owners and functional leads
Writing and prioritising requirements for internal systems, and wanting the discipline behind the habit.
Systems and process analysts
Working in IT, banking, telecommunications or the public sector where requirements have to be traceable and signed off.
PMI-PBA REQUIREMENTS
PMI-PBA eligibility — three sets, and the 35 education hours every one of them needs
| Highest education | Project experience | Project management education |
|---|---|---|
| Secondary degree | 60 months working as a practitioner of business analysis, with a high school diploma, associate's degree or global equivalent — earned in the last 8 years | 35 contact hours of education in business analysis practices — delivered by this programme |
| Bachelor's degree | 36 months working as a practitioner of business analysis, with a bachelor's degree or higher or global equivalent — earned in the last 8 years | 35 contact hours of education in business analysis practices — delivered by this programme |
| GAC-accredited degree | 24 months of unique, non-overlapping professional business analysis experience, with a bachelor's or postgraduate degree from a GAC-accredited programme | 35 contact hours of formal education — GAC coursework may count towards this requirement |
This programme provides the 35 hours, and PMI does not expire them — its own instruction is to record all training hours regardless of when they were accrued, provided the coursework is complete by the time you submit the application.
Eligibility is assessed by PMI, not by ProCert. Not sure whether your experience will count, or how to describe it? Send us your background on WhatsApp and we will tell you honestly.
PMI-PBA training in Malaysia at a glance
Duration, delivery and fee vary by format
- TRAINING
- 35 hours
- EXAM
- 200 questions, 240 minutes
- DOMAINS
- Five
- RENEWAL
- 60 PDUs every 3 years
- LANGUAGE
- English
- LMS ACCESS
- 365 days
- PRACTICE BANK
- 1,000+ questions
- EXAM VOUCHER
- Optional add-on
- Duration
- 5 days
- Delivery
- Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
- Fee
- From RM 7,000
- CERTIFICATION
- PMI-administered
PMI-PBA SYLLABUS
PMI-PBA course syllabus — the five domains of the Examination Content Outline
Planning
22% of the examPreparing the business analysis work: the requirements management plan, traceability approach, change control, document control and acceptance criteria.
Analysis
35% of the examThe largest domain — eliciting, analysing, decomposing, specifying, validating and getting approval for requirements.
Traceability and Monitoring
15% of the examManaging requirements through their lifecycle: tracing them, updating status, communicating it, and controlling change against the baseline.
Evaluation
10% of the examAssessing whether the delivered solution meets the requirements and the business need — testing it, finding the gaps, obtaining sign-off.
ONE PROGRAMME · THREE FORMATS
PMI-PBA training formats — classroom, live virtual and self-paced
INSTRUCTOR-LED5 days
Face to face in Kuala Lumpur
Live teaching across all five PMI-PBA exam domains, delivered face-to-face in Kuala Lumpur.
5 days · Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
INSTRUCTOR-LED5 days
Live virtual, Malaysia time
The same syllabus as the classroom cohort, delivered live online.
5 days · Online, Malaysia time
ON DEMANDOn demand
Self-paced, start any time
Recorded teaching across the five domains with the same practice materials, worked at your own pace.
On demand · Online
PMI-PBA COURSE FEES
PMI-PBA certification cost in Malaysia — fees and offers
- Optional examination bundle
- PMI-PBA® examination and PMI membership bundle, RM 2,700 nett per participant. Includes one year of PMI membership. For virtual live and self-paced participants.
- PMI examination fee
- USD 324 for PMI members, USD 575 for non-members. Payable to PMI after your application is accepted. Confirm the figure that applies to you in your PMI account.
- Exam voucher
- The exam voucher is an optional add-on.
- Early-bird
- Early-bird closes 30 days before the start date.
- Group rates
- Group rates depend on the programme and can change. Speak to our team for the current offer.
- HRD Corp and SST
- HRD Corp claimable, with no additional SST on the training fee. Published fees are nett.
- PMI approval
- Examination application, eligibility and certification remain subject to PMI approval.
WHERE PMI-PBA CANDIDATES GET CAUGHT
Most people who stall on the PMI-PBA did not fail the exam. They could not evidence the experience, or they under-read Analysis.
- 01
Spreading revision evenly across five domains when Analysis alone is 35% of the paper.
- 02
Treating Traceability and Monitoring as paperwork, then meeting questions on impact, dependency and baseline change.
- 03
Leaving the experience write-up until submission, then finding the last eight years do not add up to 60 or 36 months.
- 04
Learning technique names, when the questions ask which technique you would reach for and why.
HEAR IT FROM THE ROOM
What our participants say
PARTICIPANT REVIEWS
What ProCert participants say
I had an excellent experience with this PMP training. The course was well-structured, engaging, and covered the latest PMBOK concepts in a practical and easy-to-understand way. The trainer was knowledgeable, patient, and provided plenty of real-world examples that made the content much easier to grasp.
Alya Alisya
Great training session with clear explanations and practical examples. The trainer was knowledgeable, engaging, and encouraged participation throughout the session. I gained valuable knowledge and would highly recommend this training to others.
Rebecca Lee
Took the Project Management Professional Certificate training for 5 days. It was a great 5 days with Dr Faiz Rasool as the trainer. I learned a lot and know I am confident enough to sit for the exam. Global Master arranged the training & ensure everything went smoothly without any hiccups. For the next training, will find Global Master for sure!
Nur Isnatasha
The team at Global Master Training & Consultancy Sdn went above and beyond to ensure my PMP training was a success. The hotel they chose was ideal for learning and networking. And the trainer the arranged was beyond expectation.
M-Khaled Alhourani
Having best experience in classes, meeting its objective with great environmental and sufficient learning materials. Highly trained trainer and supported by great coordinators. Highly recommended and looking forward on next opportunities.
Khairullyzam Mohd Kamal
I truly enjoyed the PMP training conducted by Global Master. The overall experience was excellent—from the well-organized facilities. The trainer was highly knowledgeable and delivered the content in a very engaging and interactive manner, making it easier to grasp even the more complex concepts. The sessions really helped me develop a clearer understanding of the PMI mindset, which is crucial for the exam.
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Questions
PMI-PBA certification in Malaysia — common questions
Is PMI-PBA worth it in Malaysia?
It is worth it if you already do requirements work and can document years of it, because that is the entry bar. PMI asks for 60 months of business analysis practice on a secondary degree or 36 months with a bachelor's, earned in the last eight years, so holding the credential says something a short course cannot.
What are the prerequisites for PMI-PBA?
One of three sets, each requiring 35 contact hours of education in business analysis practices: a secondary degree plus 60 months as a practitioner of business analysis; a bachelor's degree or higher plus 36 months; or a bachelor's or postgraduate degree from a GAC-accredited programme plus 24 months of unique, non-overlapping experience. All the experience must have been earned in the last eight years.
How many questions is the PMI-PBA exam?
200 multiple-choice questions in 240 minutes. Of those, 175 are scored and 25 are unscored pretest questions dispersed randomly through the paper. There are no scheduled breaks, and if you take one the clock keeps running.
How is the exam weighted across the domains?
Needs Assessment 18%, Planning 22%, Analysis 35%, Traceability and Monitoring 15%, Evaluation 10%. Analysis is the largest single domain by a wide margin, which is where most of your preparation should sit.
Do the 35 contact hours expire?
No. PMI's instruction is to record all training hours regardless of when they were accrued, provided the coursework is complete by the time you submit your application. One hour of classroom instruction equals one contact hour, and where only part of a course covered business analysis practices, only those hours count.
How does PMI-PBA differ from IIBA's CBAP?
We will not quote IIBA's requirements here, because they change and their handbook is the only place to read them. What we can tell you is what PMI-PBA requires: 35 contact hours of business analysis education, 60 or 36 months of documented practitioner experience depending on your degree, and a 200-question exam weighted towards Analysis. If you already hold a PMI credential such as the PMP, PMI-PBA also keeps your certifications and PDU reporting in one place.
How much does PMI-PBA cost in Malaysia in total?
Face-to-face training is RM 7,000 early-bird or RM 7,500 standard, nett with no additional SST. Live virtual training is available upon enquiry. Self-paced is USD 199 / USD 249 / USD 299 for 90 / 180 / 365 days' access. The PMI examination fee is USD 324 for members and USD 575 for non-members. An examination and PMI membership bundle is RM 2,700 and includes one year of PMI membership.
How do I keep the certification once I have it?
60 PDUs every three years, earned and reported through PMI's Continuing Certification Requirements system. That is the same heavier cycle as the PMP. Miss it and the credential is suspended on the third anniversary of the day you passed, then expires at the end of the suspension year.
What happens if I fail?
You are granted a one-year eligibility period in which you may sit the exam up to three times. Re-examination fees apply to the second and third attempts. Fail three times inside that year and you must wait a year from your last attempt before reapplying for PMI-PBA, though you may apply for another PMI certification at any time.
Can I sit the PMI-PBA exam online from Malaysia?
Yes. PMI offers online proctored testing alongside Pearson VUE test centres. Online requires a private room, a stable connection and a clear desk.
What language is the exam in?
English only. PMI's handbook records that language aids for the PMI-PBA exam are not currently available, so plan on reading long scenario stems in English under time pressure.
Is the exam voucher included?
The exam voucher is an optional add-on. You still need PMI to approve your application before you can schedule.
Can you run this in-house for our team?
Yes. Private cohorts run at your premises or ours, with scheduling built around your team. Minimum 15 participants.