BIAN Data Architecture & Design Specialist
About the best practice
| IP owner: | BIAN e.v.® |
| Accreditation institute: | Van Haren Certify |
| Examination institute: | certN |
The Business Interoperability Association Network (BIAN) framework is a global industry standard for banking services and APIs. It provides a common language and a standardized way of describing, designing, and delivering banking services and solutions. The framework defines a comprehensive, modular, and extensible architecture for banking services. It supports a wide range of use cases, from simple payments and transfers to more complex financial services.
By using the BIAN framework, banks can improve their interoperability and collaboration, reduce their time-to-market for new services, and enable the development of new digital business models. The BIAN framework provides a shared understanding of banking services and processes, enabling efficient and effective communication and collaboration between banks and their stakeholders. (More info on BIAN.)
Certification definition
The BIAN Data Architecture & Design Specialist certification is a vital component of the BIAN Banking Architecture certification program. This certification validates an individual’s expertise in leveraging BIAN architecture and its principles to create robust and scalable data architecture solutions for the banking industry.
By mastering the fundamentals of Archimate, UML, and BIAN Object modeling theory, these certified specialists possess the ability to design and implement data architectures that can seamlessly integrate with existing systems and support organizational growth. Their comprehensive understanding of the BIAN Object Model enables them to effectively align banking processes with IT capabilities, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency in a constantly evolving financial landscape.
The BIAN Data Architecture & Design Specialist certification is a testament to an individual’s dedication to excellence in data-driven banking solutions, contributing to the overall success and competitiveness of financial institutions worldwide.
Certification requirements
Candidates can obtain the BIAN Architecture & Design Specialist certificate by passing the BIAN Architecture & Design Specialist exam. Possessing the BIAN Banking Architecture Foundation certification is not a prerequisite.
Vouchers for the certification exam are available through accredited trainers and Van Haren Group.
Validity of the certification
The BIAN Banking Architecture Foundation certificate is valid for two years.
Exam format
The general exam regulations apply to this exam.| Attempts per voucher: | 1 |
| Number of questions: | 60 |
| Passing score: | 70% |
| Time: | 60 minutes |
| Open-book: | No |
| Language: | English |
| Invigilation: | None |
| Question type: | Multiple choice |
Exam Syllabus
The following table is an overview of the topics examined in the certification exam.| #questions | Level(s) of Cognition | Category | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | ||
| 3 | ✓ | ✓ | Introducing BIAN, its Framework, and principles | |
| 3 | ✓ | ✓ | Overview of the general elements of the BIAN Architecture and their relationship to its data-deliverables | |
| 3 | ✓ | ✓ | Overview of the data-related elements of the BIAN Architecture and their relationship to its data-deliverables | |
| 6 | ✓ | ✓ | Using ArchiMate and UML to document BIAN’s data-related deliverables - Theory | |
| 3 | ✓ | Using ArchiMate and UML to document BIAN’s data-related deliverables - Practice | ||
| 15 | ✓ | ✓ | The Business Object Modeling Approach, its patterns and guidelines - Theory | |
| 6 | ✓ | The Business Object Modeling Approach, its patterns and guidelines - Practice | ||
| 6 | ✓ | ✓ | Documenting in view of manageability of BIAN’s data deliverables | |
| 12 | ✓ | ✓ | Applying BIAN’s deliverables and Business Object Modeling approach on governance, architecture and design level - Theory | |
| 3 | ✓ | Applying BIAN’s deliverables and Business Object Modeling approach on governance, architecture and design level - Practice | ||
More information about the levels of cognition
- Level 1 - Knowledge: This level requires candidates to recall specific information or facts. They should demonstrate the ability to remember and recognize details, terms, or concepts from their learning materials.
- Level 2 - Comprehension: At this level, candidates are expected to show their understanding of the acquired information. They should be able to interpret, explain, and summarize. Candidates must go beyond mere memorization and demonstrate that they can grasp the meaning and implications of the information they have learned.
- Level 3 - Application: The focus at this level is on candidates’ ability to apply their acquired knowledge in practical situations. They should be able to use what they have learned to solve problems, apply principles, or implement strategies in real-world scenarios.
- Level 4 - Analysis: Analysis involves candidates breaking down complex concepts into smaller parts and comprehending the relationships between them. Candidates must display the ability to analyze information, identify components, and understand the underlying connections between them.
- Level 5 - Synthesis: At this level, candidates are expected to exhibit the ability to create something new by combining different ideas, concepts, or elements. Candidates must demonstrate their capacity to generate hypotheses, design experiments, or develop original solutions to problems. Synthesis involves creativity and the integration of different elements to form a novel whole.
- Level 6 - Evaluation: This level requires candidates to use judgments or assessments based on criteria and evidence. Candidates must critically analyze information, compare and contrast different perspectives, and make informed decisions. They should demonstrate the ability to evaluate the quality, validity, and reliability of information, arguments, or solutions.
Reference Material
The reference material for the BIAN Data Architecture & Design Specialist exam is:
BIAN Data Architecture & Design Specialist courseware
- Authors: Laleh Rafati and Rene Vleeschauwer
- ISBN: 978940180895E
- Publisher: Van Haren Publishing
BIAN A framework for the financial services industry 2nd edition
- Author: BIAN eV
- ISBN: 9789401807685
- Publisher: Van Haren Publishing
| Topic | BIAN Data Architecture & Design Specialist courseware | BIAN A framework for the financial services industry 2nd edition |
|---|---|---|
| Introducing BIAN, its Framework, and principles | Part I, Chapter 1 | Part I, Chapter 1 |
| Overview of the BIAN Architecture elements and their relationship to its data-deliverables | Part I, Chapter 2 | Part I, Chapter 2 |
| Using ArchiMate and UML to document BIAN’s data-related deliverables | Part II, Chapters 3 to 4 | - |
| The Business Object Modeling Approach, its patterns and guidelines | Part II, Chapter 5 | - |
| Documenting with a view to the manageability of BIAN’s data deliverables | Part II, Chapter 6 | - |
| Applying BIAN’s deliverables and Business Object Modeling approach on governance, architecture and design level | Part III, Chapters 7 to 12 | Part II, Chapters 4, 5, 8, 9 |
Note that the book “BIAN 2nd Edition – a framework for the financial services industry” treats the entirety of BIAN, including a more limited view on its data deliverables. This book contains the information required for the BIAN Foundation Certification and offers valuable background for this certification.
Trainer accreditation
Van Haren Learning Solutions organizes the trainer accreditation for this certification program. More information on the accreditation process can be found on their website.