Typical candidates would include those already working in the EA discipline and wanting to achieve an internationally recognised qualification. Others would be currently working in a senior I.T. or business analysis capacity and wanting to move into an EA role. Those who have had previous exposure to management (including program, project and portfolio management) and to modeling techniques (as used in business, information and systems analysis) will typically be at an advantage.

I.T. managers and CIO's who need to initiate or manage an EA function will also benefit tremendously. Finally, consultants in outsourcing, ERP implementation and technology infrastructure advisory roles will also benefit.