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Exam Information
Official specifications published by The Open Group
Exam Format
60 min
60%
Foundation
Registration
$320 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
lifetime
No recertification required; Can progress to TOGAF Enterprise Architecture certifications
OGBA-101 Exam Topics and Domains
OGBA-101 is organized into 9 weighted domains. Expect to work with ADM Techniques, Architecture Governance, Stakeholder Management, ADM Guidelines, and more.
1
Introduction to TOGAF Business Architecture Foundation
15%
Business Architecture Concepts
Business Architecture Definition and PurposeBusiness Architecture in TOGAF Context
- Understand the definition and purpose of Business Architecture
- Explain the relationship between Business Architecture and Enterprise Architecture
- Identify key Business Architecture artifacts and deliverables
2
TOGAF ADM (Architecture Development Method)
12.5%
Introduction to the ADM
ADM Cycle and PhasesADM Adaptation and Scoping
- Describe the ADM cycle and the objectives of each phase
- Understand how to adapt and scope the ADM for use
- Identify Business Architecture development in the ADM context
3
Business Modeling
10%
Business Models and Components
Business Model ConceptsBusiness Motivation Model
- Understand business modeling concepts and techniques
- Explain how business models relate to Enterprise Architecture
- Apply business modeling within the TOGAF Standard context
4
Business Capabilities
15%
Business Capability Modeling
Business Capability DefinitionBusiness Capability MappingCapability-Based Planning
- Define business capabilities and their characteristics
- Create and interpret business capability maps
- Apply capability modeling for strategic planning
- Use capabilities in architecture development
5
Value Streams
17.5%
Value Stream Concepts
Value Stream DefinitionValue Stream MappingValue Stream Analysis
- Understand value streams and value stream mapping
- Apply value stream analysis techniques
- Relate value streams to business capabilities
- Use value streams in architecture planning
6
TOGAF Business Scenarios
7.5%
Business Scenario Method
Business Scenario TechniqueBusiness Scenario Application
- Understand the business scenario method
- Apply business scenarios in the ADM
- Use scenarios for requirements gathering and validation
7
Information Mapping
7.5%
Information Architecture in Business Context
Information Mapping ConceptsInformation Mapping Application
- Understand information mapping in business architecture context
- Apply information mapping techniques
- Relate information architecture to business capabilities and value streams
8
Organization Mapping
7.5%
Organizational Structure and Business Architecture
Organization Mapping ConceptsOrganization Mapping Application
- Understand organization mapping in business architecture
- Apply organization mapping techniques
- Relate organizational structure to capabilities and value streams
9
Applying Business Architecture Techniques within the TOGAF ADM
7.5%
Business Architecture Development in ADM
Phase A: Architecture VisionPhase B: Business ArchitectureIntegration with Other ADM Phases
- Apply business architecture techniques in ADM Phase A
- Develop business architecture in ADM Phase B
- Integrate business architecture with other ADM phases
- Ensure business-IT alignment throughout ADM
How do I earn this certification?
Passing OGBA-101 earns the TOGAF Business Architecture Foundation certification. It sits in the Business Architecture track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
- OGEA-101 - TOGAF Enterprise Architecture FoundationBroader enterprise architecture focus
- OGEA-10B - TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Bridge ExamFor those with TOGAF 9 Certified wanting to upgrade to TOGAF 10
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023-03-01
- Announcement date: 2023-01-15
Updates
- Business Capability Modeling TOGAF 10 Enhanced Core topic with increased emphasis in OGBA-101 • Release date: 2023-03-01
- Value Stream Mapping TOGAF 10 Integrated Major focus area representing 17.5% of exam content • Release date: 2023-03-01
- ArchiMate Integration ArchiMate 3.2 Complementary but not required for OGBA-101 • Release date: 2023-01-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Business Architects and Enterprise Architects.
- Understanding of business architecture concepts
- Familiarity with enterprise architecture principles
- Basic knowledge of the TOGAF framework