Business Analysis
Business Analysis is a vital discipline that bridges the gap between business needs and solutions. This course introduces core principles, techniques, and tools to identify problems, analyze requirements, and deliver value-driven solutions. Ideal for aspiring analysts, it equips learners with practical skills for decision-making, process improvement, and successful project outcomes.
- Duration: 12 weeks
- Skill Level : Beginner to Intermediate
- Course Price: £99
Curriculum
- Role of a business Analyst in Organizations and Projects
- Overview of The SDLC and BA’s Involvement at Each Stage
- Core Competencies and Skillsets: Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving
- Introduction To BABOK® Guide and Industry Frameworks
- Stakeholder Identification and Analysis
- Techniques: Interviews, Surveys, Workshops, Observation
- Capturing Requirements Effectively and Avoiding Common Pitfalls
- Collaboration Methods and Communication Strategies
- Functional Vs Non-Functional Requirements
- Writing Clear and Actionable Requirements
- Use Case and User Story Development
- Requirements Traceability and Validation
- Business Process Modeling: AS-IS and TO-BE Processes
- BPMN Standards and Notation
- Process Analysis for Efficiency and Optimization
- Identifying Bottlenecks and Areas for Automation
- Using Data to Inform Business Decisions
- KPI Identification and Tracking
- Basic Data Analysis With Excel and BI Tools
- Data Visualization for Stakeholders
- Evaluating Solution Feasibility and Impact
- Cost-Benefit Analysis and ROI Assessment
- Design Thinking Principles for Solution Ideation
- Prioritization Techniques: Moscow, RICE
- Agile Methodology Overview and BA’s Role
- Writing and Managing User Stories in Agile
- Backlog Management and Sprint Planning
- Collaboration With Scrum Teams
- Understanding User Experience and Interface Design
- WireFraming and Prototyping Techniques
- Tools for Prototyping: Figma, Balsamiq
- Gathering User Feedback for Iterative Improvements
- Developing a Compelling Business Case
- Techniques for Quantifying Benefits and ROI
- Tracking Benefits Realization Post-Implementation
- Understanding Compliance and Regulatory Requirements
- Procurement and Policy Considerations
- Risk Management In Regulated Projects
- Effective Stakeholder Communication Strategies
- Facilitation Techniques for Workshops and Meetings
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
- Presenting Analysis Insights to Executives
- End-To-End BA Project: Requirements Gathering → Analysis → Solution Proposal
- Process Mapping, Data Analysis, and Dashboard Creation
- Presentation of Business Case and Solution Recommendations
- Career Preparation: Resume, LinkedIn Profile, Interview Tips
Benefits of Business Analysis
What you'll gain from this course
- Improved Decision-Making
- Cost Efficiency
- Risk Management
- Enhanced Value Delivery