The Business Development Association (BDA®) is pleased to announce the appointment of Hanux Learning as an official Education & Certification Partner (ECP), supporting BDA professional certification preparation across the United States and India.

Through the partnership, Hanux Learning will provide structured preparation programmes for BDA-CP® and BDA-SCP®, supporting professionals and organisations seeking to develop and validate applied business development capability through BDA’s standards-based certification framework.

As an ECP, Hanux Learning will deliver certification preparation aligned with the BDA BoCK®, the foundational competency framework underpinning BDA certifications and covering the 14 behavioural and knowledge-based competencies required for professional business development practice.

The partnership expands BDA’s access to professional certification preparation in two significant international markets and contributes to the continued development of the BDA ECP network.

BDA welcomes Hanux Learning to its Education & Certification Partner network and looks forward to supporting its work with professionals and organisations across the United States and India.

The Business Development Association (BDA) is pleased to announce a new Education & Certification Partnership with Milestones MENA, expanding access to BDA’s professional certification pathway across the markets served by the organisation.

Through the partnership, Milestones MENA will deliver preparation programmes for BDA’s professional certifications, including the BDA Certified Professional (BDA-CP®) and BDA Senior Certified Professional (BDA-SCP®), enabling professionals to prepare for BDA certification through a structured, competency-based pathway.

The partnership also includes Standard Professional Development Provider (PDP) recognition, enabling Milestones MENA to offer eligible professional development activities that may contribute Professional Development Credits (PDCs) towards the recertification requirements of BDA-certified professionals.

The BDA certification pathway is underpinned by the BDA Body of Competency and Knowledge (BDA BoCK®), which provides the foundational competency framework for BDA professional certifications. Candidates participating through Milestones MENA will have access to the official BDA Learning System and relevant preparation resources as part of the certification preparation pathway.

The partnership represents another step in BDA’s continued expansion of its international Education & Certification Partner network and its commitment to strengthening professional capability in business development through structured competency development, professional learning and standards-based certification.

Milestones MENA will deliver its BDA-related programmes within its established markets, in accordance with BDA’s applicable competency, learning, quality and branding requirements.

BDA welcomes Milestones MENA to its Education & Certification Partner network and looks forward to supporting the organisation in expanding access to professional business development certification and continuing professional development opportunities across its markets.

The Business Development Association (BDA) is pleased to announce a new Education & Certification Partnership with We Grow Minds (WGM), expanding access to BDA’s professional certification pathway across the markets served by WGM.

Through the partnership, We Grow Minds will deliver preparation programmes for BDA’s professional certifications, including the BDA Certified Professional (BDA-CP®) and BDA Senior Certified Professional (BDA-SCP®), supporting professionals seeking to develop and validate their business development capability through the BDA certification framework.

The partnership also extends to professional development. Through the Standard Professional Development Provider (PDP) recognition included within the ECP partnership, We Grow Minds will be able to offer eligible professional development activities that may contribute Professional Development Credits (PDCs) towards the recertification requirements of BDA-certified professionals.

The BDA certification pathway is underpinned by the BDA Body of Competency and Knowledge (BDA BoCK®), providing a structured competency framework for business development professionals. The BDA Learning System and official preparation resources will support candidates throughout their preparation journey.

The partnership reflects BDA’s continued development of its international Education & Certification Partner network and its commitment to expanding access to structured business development competency development and professional certification.

We Grow Minds will operate within its established markets, delivering preparation and professional development activities in alignment with BDA’s applicable competency, learning, quality and branding requirements.

BDA welcomes We Grow Minds to its international Education & Certification Partner network and looks forward to supporting the development of professional business development capability across the markets it serves.

The Business Development Association (BDA®) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lifelong.Education Kuwait as an official BDA Education & Certification Partner (ECP).

This partnership marks another step in the development of BDA’s international partner network and supports the Association’s commitment to expanding access to structured, competency-based professional development in business development.

Through the ECP partnership, Lifelong.Education Kuwait will be able to offer the official BDA Certification Preparation Programme for professionals pursuing the BDA Certified Professional (BDA-CP®) and BDA Senior Certified Professional (BDA-SCP®) certifications.

Both certifications are based on the BDA Body of Competency and Knowledge (BDA BoCK®), BDA’s foundational competency framework for business development. The framework provides a structured basis for developing and assessing professional capability across the behavioural and knowledge-based dimensions of business development.

The partnership also provides Lifelong.Education Kuwait with access to BDA’s partner infrastructure and resources, supporting the delivery and management of certification preparation activities and professional development initiatives.

As part of the partnership, Lifelong.Education Kuwait will join BDA’s international network of Education & Certification Partners, contributing to the continued development of professional business development capability across the region.

BDA welcomes Lifelong.Education Kuwait to its international partner network and looks forward to establishing a productive and enduring institutional relationship in support of professional standards, competency development and certification in business development.

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Professional Standards and Competency Authority for Business Development

The Business Development Association (BDA®) is pleased to welcome St. Dominic College of Asia (SDCA), Philippines, as a BDA Academic Institution Member, further strengthening the global academic network advancing business development education and professional competency development.

Through this membership, SDCA joins a growing community of universities and higher education institutions committed to connecting academic learning with internationally recognised business development standards. The membership provides opportunities to support curriculum alignment with the BDA Body of Competency and Knowledge (BDA BoCK®), expand professional development opportunities for faculty and students, and encourage engagement with globally recognised BDA professional certifications.

As a BDA Academic Institution Member, SDCA will benefit from institutional recognition within the BDA Global Network, curriculum integration support, research collaboration opportunities, complimentary certification benefits, and special student pathways designed to bridge academic education with professional practice.

BDA looks forward to working closely with St. Dominic College of Asia in supporting the continued development of business development education and preparing the next generation of business development professionals in the Philippines and beyond.

Welcome to the BDA Global Network.

The Business Development Association (BDA), a global authority in business development standards and professional education, has officially accredited the Cameroon Association of Business and Economy Promoters (CABEP) as a Professional Development Provider (PDP) in Cameroon.

The partnership became effective on 11 May 2026, marking BDA’s expansion into Central Africa and reinforcing its commitment to enabling organisations and professionals through competency-based development aligned with the BDA BoCK® framework.

Under the PDP accreditation, CABEP is authorised to design and deliver approved training programs that align with BDA’s global standards in business development. The accreditation applies exclusively to specific training programs reviewed and approved in line with the BDA BoCK® competencies, ensuring consistency, quality, and real-world applicability.

As part of this partnership:

• CABEP will deliver structured business development training programs aligned with international competency standards
• Approved programs will support the development of capabilities in strategic growth, market analysis, partnerships, and value-driven expansion
• Each accredited program will be subject to BDA’s quality assurance and compliance standards

This collaboration enables CABEP to contribute to advancing professional development in Cameroon and the wider region, while benefiting from BDA’s global ecosystem, research insights, and structured frameworks.

BDA continues to expand its international network through carefully selected partners that demonstrate a commitment to excellence, quality assurance, and the advancement of business development practices.

The Business Development Association (BDA®) is pleased to announce that Tamakkun for Business Development has officially joined the BDA global partner network as an Education & Certification Partner (ECP) and Professional Development Provider (PDP) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

This dual partnership reflects Tamakkun’s commitment to advancing Business Development as a structured, competency-based discipline while supporting professionals and organisations through internationally recognised learning pathways, certification preparation, and competency-based professional development aligned with the BDA Body of Competency and Knowledge (BDA BoCK®).

Tamakkun is a Saudi-based organisation dedicated to transforming Business Development into a practical and measurable professional discipline, helping individuals and organisations strengthen strategic growth capabilities, market expansion, partnership development, and sustainable business performance.

Partnership Details

Organisation: Tamakkun for Business Development
Partnership Type: BDA Education & Certification Partner (ECP) & Professional Development Provider (PDP)
Region: Saudi Arabia
Official Website: https://tamakkun.org
LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamakkun-org/

About This Partnership

As an official BDA Education & Certification Partner (ECP) and Professional Development Provider (PDP), Tamakkun is authorised to:

• Deliver BDA-approved certification preparation programmes aligned with the BDA BoCK®.
• Deliver professional development programmes aligned with BDA competency standards.
• Support professionals preparing for BDA-CP® and BDA-SCP® certification.
• Use the official BDA ECP and BDA PDP partnership designations across approved programmes and activities.
• Access BDA’s competency frameworks, research, learning resources, and professional guidance.
• Be recognised within the global BDA Partner Network.

All programmes delivered under this partnership are subject to BDA quality assurance processes and competency alignment requirements to ensure consistency with the Association’s global professional standards.

This partnership represents another important milestone in the expansion of BDA’s international partner ecosystem and reinforces the growing importance of competency-based Business Development education and professional certification across Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.

We congratulate Tamakkun for Business Development on becoming a valued member of the BDA global partner community and look forward to working together to advance professional standards, competency development, and business development capability throughout the region.

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Advancing Business Development Through Global Standards and Professional Competency

The Business Development Association (BDA) is pleased to announce that Al-Fateh Institute of Health Sciences (Pvt) Ltd, based in Islamabad, Pakistan, has officially joined the BDA Global Academic Network as a BDA University Member.

This membership reflects the institution’s commitment to strengthening professional competencies, fostering innovation, and integrating strategic management and business development principles within health sciences education.

Al-Fateh Institute of Health Sciences is a specialized educational institution focused on preparing healthcare professionals across fields such as pharmacy, nursing, and medical laboratory technology. Through applied training programs and professional capacity-building initiatives, the institute contributes to workforce development and organizational growth within the healthcare sector.

By joining the BDA Global Academic Network, Al-Fateh Institute of Health Sciences becomes part of an international community of universities, institutes, and organizations that support the advancement of Business Development as a professional discipline aligned with global competency standards.

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Membership Details

Institution: Al-Fateh Institute of Health Sciences (Pvt) Ltd
Membership Type: BDA University Member
Membership ID: BDA-UM-202603001
Membership Start Date: 11 March 2026
Official Website: https://www.afihs.edu.pk

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This milestone represents another step in expanding BDA’s international academic network and strengthening the global ecosystem supporting Business Development education, research, and professional standards.

The Business Development Association extends its congratulations to Al-Fateh Institute of Health Sciences and looks forward to a productive collaboration that contributes to the advancement of Business Development practices across sectors.

LONDON – JANUARY 2026 — The Business Development Association (BDA) has officially published the 2026 Global Edition, Version 2.0 of the Business Development Body of Competency and Knowledge (BDA BoCK) — setting a new benchmark for the global business development profession.

This release represents a major evolution from the 2025 Foundation Edition and introduces a more integrated, comprehensive, and future-oriented framework that reflects the real-world complexity of today’s business development landscape.

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What’s New in the 2026 Edition?

The BDA BoCK 2026 is not just an update it is a strategic framework designed to define and professionalize the business development discipline across all sectors.

Key enhancements include:

• A new BD Capability Model that unifies behavioral, cognitive, and technical competencies
• The introduction of BD Performance Domains, expanding the scope of strategic application
• Full alignment with BDA-CP® and BDA-SCP® certification pathways
• Sector-inclusive use cases across private, public, NGO, and multilateral environments
• Embedded guidance for talent development, capability assessment, and role-based growth

With these changes, BDA BoCK 2026 becomes the most comprehensive business development competency framework available globally.

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Built on Global Research. Reviewed by Experts.

The BDA BoCK 2026 was developed based on extensive research and field practice analysis, drawing insights from thousands of business development professionals across sectors, organization types, and geographies.

It was reviewed by a specialist panel of senior practitioners, organizational leaders, and academic contributors, ensuring that the framework reflects current realities and future needs of the profession.

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Why BDA BoCK 2026 Matters for BD Professionals and Organizations

As business development evolves into a data-driven, cross-functional, and ecosystem-centered discipline, the need for a globally aligned competency framework is more urgent than ever.

The BDA BoCK 2026 offers:

• A clear definition of what business development is — and isn’t
• A shared language for BD roles, skills, and strategy
• A foundation for designing training, internal frameworks, and certification pathways
• Tools for auditing and improving business development capability

From early-career specialists to senior strategists, this edition defines the standards that the global market now expects.

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A Framework for the Profession — Not Just a Toolkit

Unlike traditional models focused on sales or marketing enablement, the BDA BoCK positions business development as an integrated, strategic function with its own competencies, career architecture, and systems.

This edition reinforces the profession’s standing with:

• A clear definition of business development as a discipline
• A unified competency language across markets and industries
• Structured pathways for talent development, certification, and capability assessment
• Integration with the BDA-CP® and BDA-SCP® certifications for professional recognition

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Designed for Organizations and Institutions Alike

Whether applied in a corporate, nonprofit, government, or multilateral setting, the 2026 BoCK provides a consistent, globally aligned foundation for:

• Building BD teams
• Designing internal capability development
• Structuring training aligned to measurable outcomes
• Auditing institutional readiness for growth and partnerships
• Advancing professional careers in BD

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Access the New Global Standard

The BDA BoCK 2026 Global Edition (Version 2.0) is now available for download, open-access, via the official BDA Knowledge Centre. It is offered in alignment with BDA’s mission to advance the profession through publicly available standards, open learning, and collaborative growth.

Download the BDA BoCK 2026 →

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About BDA

The Business Development Association (BDA) is the global authority for the business development profession. Headquartered in London with regional presence in the MENA region and beyond, BDA offers professional certifications, strategic partnerships, membership programs, and a publicly accessible competency framework all designed to elevate the role of business development worldwide.

The Business Development Association (BDA®) has announced its recognition of global conceptual alignment with the Global Positioning Institute (GPI®), an emerging independent initiative focused on positioning, reputation, and strategic identity as critical drivers of sustainable growth and long-term competitiveness.

As the global standard-setting authority for business development, BDA continuously monitors and engages with evolving thought leadership initiatives that contribute to adjacent domains shaping the future of growth, competitiveness, and strategic differentiation.

The Global Positioning Institute represents a future-oriented platform exploring how positioning and reputation intersect with business development strategy, leadership, and long-term value creation. Its conceptual focus aligns with BDA’s standards-based approach to business development, particularly in areas related to strategic differentiation, market positioning, and ecosystem-driven growth.

BDA’s recognition of alignment reflects an awareness of the broader professional ecosystem influencing business development practice. This recognition does not imply accreditation, governance authority, or formal partnership status under BDA’s certification or partnership frameworks.

By acknowledging aligned global initiatives such as GPI, BDA reinforces its commitment to advancing business development as a disciplined profession—supported by global standards, informed by emerging strategic thinking, and connected to the evolving realities of competitive markets.

Further updates regarding global alignment initiatives will be communicated as these platforms continue to evolve and contribute to professional discourse.