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Exam Information
Official specifications published by The Open Group
Exam Format
45 min
30
60% (18 out of 30)
Specialist
Registration
$300 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
Indefinite - certification is to a given version and does not expire
No recertification required; Optional: Update to TOGAF Business Architecture Foundation via transition pathway
OGB-001 Exam Topics and Domains
OGB-001 is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with Architecture Repository, Business Model Canvas, ADM Cycle, ADM Phase A, and more.
1
Business Modeling
20%
Business Model Concepts
Business Model DefinitionBusiness Model Representations
- Define what a business model is
- Describe different example representations
- Explain typical contents of a business model
- Understand nine building blocks of business model canvas
Business Models and Enterprise Architecture
Relationship to Business ArchitectureBusiness Model Innovation
- Explain relationship between business models and Business Architecture
- Understand how business models can be used according to TOGAF Standard
- Know why business model innovation should be approached in structured manner
2
Business Capabilities
20%
Business Capability Concepts
Business Capability DefinitionBusiness Capability Structure
- Understand the concept of Business Capabilities
- Know how capabilities can be modeled
- Understand capability structure and hierarchy
Business Capability Mapping
Creating Capability MapsUsing Capability Maps
- Develop business capability maps
- Apply capability mapping techniques
- Use capabilities for strategic planning
3
Value Streams
20%
Value Stream Concepts
Value Stream DefinitionValue Stream Components
- Understand value streams and value stream mapping
- Know how they can be applied
- Identify value stream components
Value Stream Mapping
Mapping TechniquesValue Streams to Capabilities
- Create value stream maps
- Map value stream stages to business capabilities
- Apply value stream analysis
4
Information Mapping
15%
Information Map Concepts
Information Map DefinitionInformation Relationships
- Understand Information Maps along with impact and benefits
- Explain relationships to other Business Architecture concepts
- Know relationship to data models
Information Mapping with ADM
ADM Phase B Integration
- Understand how Information Maps can be used with TOGAF ADM
- Know Phase B integration points
5
TOGAF Business Scenarios
15%
Business Scenario Concepts
Business Scenario DefinitionBusiness Scenarios in ADM
- Understand what a TOGAF Business Scenario is
- Know purpose and benefits
- Explain where Business Scenarios are used in ADM
Developing Business Scenarios
Development ProcessCapabilities and Value Streams Usage
- Know how to develop and validate a TOGAF Business Scenario
- Understand where capabilities and value streams are used
6
Business Architecture Development with ADM
10%
ADM Overview for Business Architecture
ADM Phases Relevant to BA
- Understand how Business Architecture can be developed with TOGAF ADM
- Know relevant ADM phases
Business Architecture Deliverables
Key Artifacts
- Know Business Architecture deliverables
- Understand artifact relationships
How do I earn this certification?
Passing OGB-001 earns the TOGAF Business Architecture Level 1 certification. It sits in the Business Architecture track.
Next Level Options
- TOGAF BA Foundation - TOGAF Business Architecture Foundation (TOGAF 10) Transition pathway available to update credential
- OG0-093 - TOGAF 9 Combined Part 1 and Part 2Full TOGAF certification if not already obtained
Alternative Paths
- OGA-031 - ArchiMate 3 Part 1Complementary modeling language for architecture
- OGEA-101/102/103 - TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Broader EA certification based on TOGAF 10
- IT4IT - IT4IT Foundation IT value chain perspective
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2019-04-30
- Announcement date: 2022-04-25
Updates
- Business Model Canvas Standard Core topic in Business Modeling domain • Release date: Established method
- Capability-Based Planning TOGAF 9.2 Essential for Business Capabilities domain • Release date: 2018
- Value Stream Mapping Lean/TOGAF integrated Key topic for value streams domain • Release date: Ongoing
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Business Architects and Enterprise Architects seeking BA specialization.
- Understanding of business architecture concepts
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework
- Experience in business planning or architecture roles