Certified Compensation & Benefits Analyst ( CCBA)®
Design Competitive Rewards. Drive Retention. Align Pay with Performance.
This certification provides comprehensive expertise in salary structures, incentive design, benchmarking, pay equity, compliance, and the analytics behind performance-linked compensation. Whether you’re leading compensation strategy, managing benefits, or advising on workforce planning, the CCBA® positions you as a strategic architect of total rewards.
Why You Should Pursue the CCBA® Certification
- Build, evaluate, and optimize compensation systems that drive talent performance and retention
- Ensure fair pay practices, equity audits, and legal compliance in reward policies
- Use benchmarking data, analytics, and modeling tools to support strategic workforce decisions
- Align rewards with business outcomes through performance-based pay frameworks
- Stand out globally with a credential aligned with ISO, ANSI, FLSA, and international labor standards
- Enhance your credibility as a compensation and total rewards expert in HR, finance, and strategy teams
Upon earning the CCBA® certification, participants will:
- Design and implement total rewards strategies, including salary, incentives, and benefits
- Conduct job evaluation, salary surveys, and market benchmarking
- Manage and assess pay-for-performance, equity compensation, and bonus programs
- Perform pay equity audits and compensation compliance assessments
- Align compensation strategies with business goals, KPIs, and talent retention models
- Use data visualization and modeling tools for budgeting and compensation forecasting
The CCBA® exam tests proficiency in:
- Building and maintaining salary bands, market-based pay structures, and rewards programs
- Applying quantitative models to compensation planning and merit matrices
- Managing legal risks and ensuring alignment with labor laws (FLSA, ERISA, Pay Transparency)
- Evaluating benefits portfolios for cost-efficiency and employee value
- Integrating compensation decisions with talent analytics, HRIS, and performance systems
- Designing variable pay models, long-term incentives (LTI), and executive compensation strategies
Who Should Enroll?
- HR professionals, Compensation Analysts, and Total Rewards Managers
- HR Business Partners and Workforce Planners
- Finance professionals supporting HR compensation decisions
- People Operations leads and Compensation Consultants
- Executives aiming to improve pay equity, transparency, and strategy
Whether you’re refining pay bands, designing executive comp plans, or navigating compliance, CCBA® empowers you to lead with clarity and confidence.
Certification Benefits
Digital certificate and use of CCBA® title and badge
Complimentary eBook: “Strategic Compensation Planning for the Modern Workforce”
Access to salary band templates, benchmarking reports, and compliance checklists
Recognition by global employers and academic partners
Eligibility for AGILE-HRP® speaking events, salary strategy panels, and research groups
Boost your career trajectory into senior comp & benefits leadership roles
Certification Fee
- Fee: $400
- Includes: Exam, study materials, tools, digital certificate, and one complimentary retake
- Corporate and university partner discounts available
How to Prepare
- The official CCBA® Study Guide
- Case studies and practical examples in executive pay, performance rewards, and equity planning
- Tools for pay audits, modeling compensation, and benchmarking
- Sample job leveling guides, salary band matrices, and variable pay calculators
- Optional webinars and prep tutorials on market data, compliance, and incentive design
About the CCBA® Examination
Format: 100 multiple-choice and case-based questions
Length: 90 minutes
Delivery: Online, proctored
Passing Score: 70%
Credential Earned: Certified Compensation & Benefits Analyst (CCBA)®
Language:English, Arabic
Assessment Domains
The CCBA® certification evaluates knowledge across the following domains:
1. Compensation Design & Job Architecture
2. Benefits Strategy & Total Rewards Planning
3. Equity, Compliance, and Legal Frameworks
4. Market Benchmarking, Surveys, and Competitive Analysis
5. Performance-Based Pay & Incentive Models
6. Compensation Analytics, Budgets, and Business Alignment
How to Register
- 1. Visit the CCBA® Registration Page
- 2. Complete the secure online application
- 3. Pay the certification fee
- 4. Access your study materials and dashboard
- 5. Schedule and complete your certification exam
Pay Strategically. Reward Fairly. Lead with Data.
Self-Paced Training, Exam Fees: Payment covers the exam only. Complimentary exam guide and practice questions will be provided to assist you.
Instructor-Led Training: Enroll in a 4-day program with 2 hours of live instruction each day, led by industry experts for $1,500 USD