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Business Analysis Courses

Business analysis courses can help you learn requirements gathering, process mapping, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis techniques. You can build skills in creating business cases, conducting feasibility studies, and performing gap analysis to identify areas for improvement. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Excel for data manipulation, Tableau for data visualization, and JIRA for project management, which support the practical application of these skills in real-world projects.


Popular Business Analysis Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Business Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Excel Formulas, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, User Story, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Management, Data Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Software Development Life Cycle, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Quality Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Visio, Power BI, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Business Analysis, Scrum (Software Development), Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Business Analysis Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, Project Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Risk Management, Microsoft Power Platform, Business Process Improvement, Problem Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Business Analysis & Process Management

    Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Business Process, Business Analysis, Workflow Management, Process Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Computer Literacy

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    IBM Business Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Risk Mitigation, Business Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Project Scoping, Data Visualization, Process Flow Diagrams, Stakeholder Analysis, Process Optimization, Prompt Engineering, Stakeholder Management, Digital Transformation, Responsible AI, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Business Requirements

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    14K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Gap Analysis, Analysis, Business Analytics, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Systems Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Technology Strategies, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Change Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    354 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Analysis, Human Capital, Human Resource Strategy, Operations Research, Financial Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Predictive Analytics, Customer Insights, Financial Data, Operational Analysis, Peer Review, Human Resources, Business Operations

    4.6
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    18K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    SAP

    SAP Business Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Process Design, Requirements Management, Business Process, Process Mapping, Process Improvement, Business Systems Analysis, Business Risk Management, Gap Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Requirements, SAP Applications

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    137 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Starweaver

    Fundamentals of Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Communications, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Requirements Management, Change Management, Performance Analysis, Project Performance, Business Development, Quality Management

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    90 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Business Analysis Using Spreadsheets: Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, Productivity Software, Business Analysis, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Statistics, Analysis, Statistics, Excel Formulas, Data Cleansing, Mathematical Software

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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google

    Google Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Ggplot2, R (Software), Tableau Software, Sampling (Statistics), Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, LinkedIn, Dashboard, Data Structures, Python Programming, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development

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    179K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Starweaver

    IIBA® Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Requirements Management, Business Analysis, Performance Improvement, Business Requirements, Case Studies, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance, Business Process Modeling, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Prioritization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    119 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Governance, Marketing Analytics, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Accounting, Infographics, Data Management, Data Collection, Data Quality, Data Visualization Software, Internal Controls, Business Analysis, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Power BI, Machine Learning

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business analysis courses

  • Microsoft Business Analyst: Microsoft
  • Business Analysis Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Business Analysis & Process Management: Coursera
  • IBM Business Analyst: IBM
  • Introduction to Business Analysis: IBM
  • Business Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
  • SAP Business Analyst: SAP
  • Fundamentals of Business Analysis : Starweaver
  • Introduction to Business Analysis Using Spreadsheets: Basics: Coursera
  • Google Data Analytics: Google

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Frequently Asked Questions about Business Analysis

Browse the business analysis courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

  • Microsoft Business Analyst: Microsoft
  • Business Analysis Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®): Starweaver
  • Business Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
  • SAP Business Analyst: SAP
  • Introduction to Business Analysis: IBM‎

These beginner-friendly courses offer a solid introduction to business analysis without requiring prior experience:

  • Business Analysis Fundamentals – Covers key techniques for analyzing and improving business processes.
  • Introduction to Business Analytics from Wharton – A foundational look at how data informs decisions.
  • Microsoft Business Analyst Certificate – Includes structured learning on dashboards, data modeling, and stakeholder communication.‎

The Microsoft Business Analyst Professional Certificate spans 3 months, focusing on:

  • User stories
  • Microsoft Power Automate/Flow
  • Quality management

It uses tools like Python, Excel, Power BI, and GitHub.

Meanwhile, the IBM Business Analyst Professional Certificate takes 12 weeks, emphasizing:

  • Stakeholder analysis
  • Responsible AI
  • Data storytelling

It uses tools like Python, Excel, Looker Studio, and Power BI.

Both courses target data analyst and business analyst roles and cover core topics like Excel formulas and business requirements but differ in depth and specialized areas. Choose based on whether you prefer:

  • The Microsoft certificate for a quicker program with a focus on process flow and automation tools
  • The IBM certificate for a more comprehensive approach with a focus on risk management and AI.‎

Start by considering whether you’re looking to enter the field, strengthen your decision-making skills, or apply tools like Excel, SQL, or Tableau.

  • For a job-ready path into business analysis, try the Google Business Intelligence Professional Certificate.
  • If you want to develop foundational business analysis skills, explore the Business Analysis Process course from Tableau.
  • To apply business analysis tools in Excel, SQL, and Power BI, consider Excel Skills for Business: Advanced or Data Analysis and Visualization with Power BI.‎
  • A course focuses on one area—like Business Analysis Fundamentals.
  • A Specialization helps you master broader skills through a series of courses—like Business Analytics Specialization from Wharton.
  • A Professional Certificate is designed to prepare you for a job, with career-aligned training and projects—such as the Google Business Intelligence Certificate or IBM Data Analyst Certificate, both of which support business analysis career paths. ‎

Click here to ask ChatGPT to find the right Business Analysis course on Coursera for your learning goals.‎

Yes. You can start learning business analysis on Coursera for free in two ways:

  • Preview the first module of many business analysis courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
  • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in business analysis, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

You’ll learn how to gather and analyze data, identify business needs, model processes, and communicate insights to stakeholders. Courses often include training in tools like Excel, SQL, Tableau, or business process modeling techniques.‎

No experience is required. Beginner-friendly courses are available and will walk you through the basics of business analysis, decision-making, and working with data.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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