What you'll learn?

  • At the end of this course you will have a foundation knowledge of all Business Analysis concepts and analysis techniques.
  • The role of the Business Analyst.
  • Business Analysis in the Organisation.

Description

This course will help you get started as a Business Analyst. You will understand the essentials about Business Analysis and have practical experience of how to apply core analysis techniques in the work place.

Who this course is for:

  • Fresh Graduates.
  • Data Analysts.

Curriculum

Total hours: 40hrs

Business Analyst

  • Definition and Evolution of Business Analysis.
  • Role and Responsibilities of a Business Analyst.
  • Importance of Business Analysis in Organizations.
  • Key Competencies and Skills for a Business Analyst.
  • Overview of the Business Analysis Process Model.

  • Developing a Business Analysis Plan.
  • Stakeholder Identification and Analysis.
  • Communication Planning.
  • Risk Analysis and Management.
  • Performance Metrics and Monitoring.

  • Understanding the Business Environment.
  • SWOT Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats).
  • Business Model Analysis.
  • Identifying Business Opportunities and Challenges.
  • Defining Business Goals and Objectives.

  • Techniques for Requirements Elicitation (Interviews, Surveys, Workshops, Observations).
  • Documenting Stakeholder Requirements.
  • Prioritizing Requirements.
  • Conducting Feasibility Studies.

  • Analyzing and Documenting Functional Requirements.
  • Non-functional Requirements Analysis.
  • Use Case Modeling and Documentation.
  • User Stories and Acceptance Criteria.
  • Traceability Matrix.

  • Evaluating Proposed Solutions.
  • Validating Requirements and Solutions.
  • Assessing the Impact of Changes.
  • Conducting Cost-Benefit Analysis.
  • Post-Implementation Review.

  • Understanding Data Requirements.
  • Creating Entity-Relationship Diagrams (ERDs).
  • Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs).
  • Data Dictionary Development.
  • Data Analysis Techniques.

  • Identifying and Modeling Business Processes.
  • BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation).
  • Process Optimization and Improvement.
  • Workflow Analysis.
  • Business Rules Documentation.

  • Introduction to UML Diagrams (Use Case Diagrams, Class Diagrams, Sequence Diagrams).
  • Applying UML in System Analysis and Design.
  • UML Tools and Software.

  • Effective Communication Strategies.
  • Documentation Best Practices.
  • Presentation Skills.
  • Facilitation Techniques for Workshops and Meetings.
  • Negotiation Skills.

  • Overview of Popular Business Analysis Tools (e.g., Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, Jira).
  • Hands-on Experience with Requirements Management Tools.
  • Modeling and Diagramming Tools.
    • Introduction to Agile Principles and Manifesto.
    • Role of the Business Analyst in Agile Projects.
    • User Stories, Epics, and Themes.
    • Agile Estimation and Planning.
    • Sprint Review and Retrospective.

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