BDA Welcomes Hanux Learning as an Education & Certification Partner in the United States and India

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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.

Business Development Association Announces Education & Certification Partnership with Milestones MENA

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.

Business Development Association Announces Education & Certification Partnership with We Grow Minds

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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.

BDA Welcomes Lifelong.Education Kuwait as an Education & Certification Partner

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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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BDA Welcomes St. Dominic College of Asia as a BDA Academic Institution Member

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.

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Institute of Business Development (IBD), Nigeria Joins BDA as a Strategic Alliance Partner

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The Business Development Association (BDA®) is pleased to announce that the Institute of Business Development (IBD), Nigeria has officially joined its global partnership network as a Strategic Alliance Partner (SAP).

This strategic alliance reflects a shared commitment to advancing the business development profession through internationally recognised competency standards, professional governance, and institutional collaboration. By bringing together BDA’s global standards framework and IBD’s professional presence in Nigeria, the partnership aims to strengthen the capability of business development professionals and organisations across Nigeria and the wider African region.

As a Strategic Alliance Partner, IBD will collaborate with BDA in promoting professional excellence, supporting knowledge sharing, encouraging thought leadership, and contributing to initiatives that advance business development as a recognised strategic discipline.

The partnership will also support awareness of the BDA Body of Competency and Knowledge (BDA BoCK®)—the global competency framework that underpins BDA’s professional certifications and standards for business development. Through joint professional initiatives, conferences, publications, and other institutional activities, both organisations will work to encourage the adoption of internationally recognised business development competencies and professional practices.

Furthermore, the collaboration will contribute to increasing awareness of the BDA Certified Professional (BDA-CP®) and BDA Senior Certified Professional (BDA-SCP®) certifications, supporting professionals who seek internationally recognised competency validation throughout their careers.

Speaking on the partnership, the Business Development Association reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its global network of strategic institutional partners dedicated to strengthening professional standards and organisational capability worldwide.

The Institute of Business Development brings valuable regional expertise and an established professional network that will support the continued development of the business development profession across Nigeria while contributing to broader initiatives throughout Africa.

BDA welcomes the Institute of Business Development into its growing international community of strategic partners and looks forward to a long-term collaboration that advances competency, governance, and professional excellence in business development.

BDA Launches Global Business Development Competency Assessment Framework

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The Business Development Association (BDA®) has officially announced the launch of the BDA Business Development Competency Assessment, a standards-based professional evaluation framework aligned with the BDA Body of Competency & Knowledge (BDA BoCK®).

The assessment was developed to help:

  • business development professionals
  • employers
  • HR leaders
  • organisational development teams

evaluate business development capability against globally aligned professional standards.

As business development continues evolving into a more strategic and competency-driven discipline, organisations increasingly require structured methods for evaluating workforce readiness beyond traditional commercial performance indicators alone.

The BDA Competency Assessment addresses this need through a framework built around the 14 core competencies defined within the BDA BoCK®, covering both:

  • Behavioural Competencies
  • Knowledge-Based Competencies

The assessment includes 56 structured competency indicators designed to evaluate professional readiness across areas such as:

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Effective Communication
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Growth & Expansion Strategies
  • Market & Competitive Analysis
  • Negotiation & Relationship Management

According to BDA, the framework was designed to support competency-based workforce development and standards alignment within modern business development environments.

The assessment also provides structured readiness guidance for professionals considering:

In addition to individual assessments, the framework may also support organisations seeking to evaluate:

  • business development teams
  • partnership functions
  • commercial leadership capability
  • strategic growth readiness

The launch reflects BDA’s broader mission to establish globally aligned standards and competency frameworks for the business development profession.

Professionals and organisations can access the assessment form here: BDA Business Development Competency Assessment

Business Development Association (BDA) Appoints CABEP as a Professional Development Provider (PDP) in Cameroon

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.

Tamakkun in Saudi Arabia partners with BDA® to Advance Business Development Training

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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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Business Development Association (BDA) Welcomes Al-Fateh Institute of Health Sciences as a BDA University Member

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.


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


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.