Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) — Question 161

Which of the following is an underlying competency whereby the business analyst (BA) understands an enterprise from a holistic point of view?

Answer options

• A. Conceptual thinking
• B. Systems thinking
• C. Visual thinking
• D. Creative thinking

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as systems thinking encompasses understanding how different parts of an enterprise interact and function together. Options A, C, and D focus on other aspects of thinking but do not specifically address the holistic understanding of an organization that systems thinking provides.