Description
BCS Certificate in Modelling Business Processes
A practical course focused on analysing, modelling, and improving business processes using industry-standard techniques aligned to the BCS syllabus
Course Overview
Duration: 2 Days
Delivery: Classroom, Live Virtual, or Private Group Training
Level: Practitioner
Certification: BCS Certificate in Modelling Business Processes (Exam Included)
A hands-on course designed to help Business Analysts model, analyse, and improve business processes, using structured techniques such as Business Process Modelling Notation (BPMN) and gap analysis to deliver measurable business improvements.
Overview
Understanding and improving business processes is at the core of effective business analysis and organisational change.
This course provides a structured, practical approach to modelling business processes, enabling participants to visualise current operations, identify inefficiencies, and define improved future-state processes.
Aligned to the BCS syllabus, the course focuses on real-world application of modelling techniques, ensuring participants can apply what they learn immediately within their organisation.
Why This Course Matters
Many organisations struggle with inefficient processes, unclear workflows, and lack of visibility across operations.
• Gain clarity on how business processes actually operate
• Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and duplication
• Design improved processes aligned to business goals
• Develop modelling skills aligned to BCS certification
Delivery Format
Duration: 2 Days
Format: Instructor-led workshop
Approach: Practical exercises and modelling scenarios
Outcome: Applied skills and exam readiness
What You Will Learn
• Apply business process modelling techniques
• Use BPMN notation to represent processes clearly
• Analyse current state processes
• Identify improvements and future-state designs
• Understand process performance and measurement
• Prepare for the BCS certification exam
How You Will Apply It
Participants will apply modelling techniques through practical exercises and scenarios, including:
• Creating process models using BPMN
• Analysing current state workflows
• Identifying gaps and inefficiencies
• Designing improved future-state processes
• Supporting process improvement initiatives
Who Should Attend
• Business Analysts and Process Analysts
• Professionals involved in process improvement
• Change and transformation specialists
• Anyone responsible for analysing or redesigning business processes
Course Content
Module 1 – Introduction to Business Process Modelling
Focus: Understanding process thinking and modelling approaches
• What is business process modelling
• The role of process modelling in business analysis
• Types of process models and approaches
Module 2 – Modelling Business Processes
Focus: Applying BPMN techniques to model processes
• Introduction to BPMN notation
• Creating process diagrams
• Using events, activities, and gateways
Module 3 – Analysing Business Processes
Focus: Identifying issues and opportunities for improvement
• Identifying bottlenecks and inefficiencies
• Analysing process performance
• Applying gap analysis techniques
Module 4 – Improving Business Processes
Focus: Designing future-state processes and improvements
• Designing future-state processes
• Identifying process improvements
• Supporting change implementation
Course Summary
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
• Model business processes clearly and effectively
• Analyse process performance and identify improvements
• Design future-state processes aligned to business goals
• Apply modelling techniques in real-world scenarios
• Progress towards the BCS Business Analysis Diploma
Optional Next Step
• BCS Certificate in Business Analysis Practice
• Requirements Engineering and Solution Design courses
• Private team workshops aligned to your organisation
Business Analysis, Digital Transformation & AI Specialist
Trainer, Consultant & Founder
This course is presented by Tolu
Tolu brings a combination of business analysis expertise, digital transformation experience, and hands-on AI implementation, helping organisations improve how they define requirements, design processes, and deliver change.
His work spans training, consulting, and startup delivery, giving him a perspective that connects structured analysis with real-world execution. He has supported professionals working towards BCS certifications, helped organisations improve business processes, and advised on transformation initiatives where clarity, structure, and stakeholder alignment are critical.
Alongside this, Tolu is Co-Founder and CEO of VIMEDRA, an AI healthtech startup focused on using technology to improve patient outreach and service delivery, where he explores AI capability development at scale.
This combination of roles means the course is grounded in how AI is actually being applied in business environments, not just theory. Tolu’s sessions focus on helping Business Analysts understand where AI fits, how to define it properly, and how to apply it in a way that delivers value while managing risk.
