BCS Practitioner Certificate in Systems Modelling and Development

The BCS Practitioner Certificate in Systems Modelling and Development provides professionals with a comprehensive understanding of how modelling facilitates the comprehension of complex systems and how development applies industry-standard models and processes to transform abstract concepts into operational solutions.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the role of modelling in analysing and designing complex systems.
• Apply industry-standard development methods and approaches to system development.
• Identify and define team structures, roles, and responsibilities in system development projects.
• Utilise process modelling techniques to represent system functionalities.
• Evaluate the suitability of bespoke versus off-the-shelf solutions in system development

There are no formal prerequisites for this certification. However, a foundational understanding of information systems and development processes is beneficial for participants.

Target Audience

This course is designed for:

• Business analysts seeking to enhance their modelling and development skills.
• Designers involved in creating system architectures.
• Developers aiming to understand the broader context of system development.
• Testers focusing on validating system models and developments.
• Technical architects responsible for overseeing system integration and performance.

Introduction to Systems Modelling

• The importance of modelling in understanding complex systems.
• Overview of different modelling techniques and their applications.

Development Methods and Approaches

• Exploration of industry-standard methods for system development.
• Comparison of various development approaches, including agile and waterfall methodologies.

Team Structures and Roles

• Defining roles and responsibilities within system development teams.
• Understanding the impact of team dynamics on project success.

Process Modelling Techniques

• Utilising process modelling to represent system operations.
• Analysing process models to identify areas for improvement.

Bespoke vs. Off-the-Shelf Solutions

• Evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of custom-developed systems versus pre-built solutions.
• Decision-making criteria for selecting the appropriate solution type.

Exams and Assessments

This award is assessed by completing an invigilated online exam that candidates will only be able to access at the date and time they are registered to attend.

• 40 multiple choice questions
• 60 minutes duration
• Not open book
• 65% pass mark
• Supervised

Hands-On Learning

The course incorporates practical exercises and case studies, allowing participants to:

• Develop and analyse system models using various techniques.
• Apply development methods to real-world scenarios.
• Design team structures and define roles for system development projects.
• Create process models to represent system functionalities.
• Assess the suitability of bespoke and off-the-shelf solutions for specific organisational needs.