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Business Analysis Mastery: Planning, Skills, and Perspective

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Business Analysis Mastery: Planning, Skills, and Perspective

This course is part of Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®) Specialization

Instructors: Igor Arkhipov

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Intermediate level

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6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

93 reviews

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

How to develop a comprehensive business analysis plan, including stakeholder engagement and governance strategies.
The importance of soft skills such as adaptability and behavioral characteristics in business analysis, with real-world applications.
Techniques for identifying performance improvements and effectively managing information to enhance business analysis outcomes.

Skills you'll gain

Tools you'll learn

Business Analysis Tools

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5 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

This advanced course, "Advanced Business Analysis Mastery," offers a deep dive into the intricacies of business analysis. Participants will gain expertise in planning, stakeholder engagement, governance, and information management. The course also emphasizes the importance of soft skills for business analysts, such as adaptability and effective communication. Learners will explore a range of perspectives relevant to business analysis, including Agile, Business Intelligence, IT, Business Architecture, and Business Process Management. By the course's conclusion, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of advanced business analysis concepts, the skills required to excel in this field, and the ability to approach complex business challenges with confidence and competence.

This course is ideal for experienced business analysts, project managers, and professionals involved in business analysis roles. It is tailored for individuals seeking to enhance their skills in planning, stakeholder engagement, and the application of various business analysis perspectives to drive organizational success. Participants should have a foundational understanding of business analysis principles and techniques. Prior experience in business analysis or related roles is beneficial. Familiarity with project management practices and basic business operations will enhance the learning experience. This course is suitable for those looking to advance their expertise in business analysis planning, skills, and perspectives, regardless of their prior knowledge level.

Module details

This module covers the critical aspects of planning and monitoring in business analysis. It includes techniques for developing a business analysis approach, engaging stakeholders, governance, information management, and identifying performance improvements.

What's included

17 videos3 readings2 assignments

17 videosTotal 95 minutes

Overview5 minutes
Technique glossary7 minutes
Plan business analysis approach part 17 minutes
Plan business analysis approach part 26 minutes
Plan stakeholder engagement6 minutes
Technique stakeholder list map or personas part 15 minutes
Technique stakeholder list map or personas part 26 minutes
Technique stakeholder list map or personas part 35 minutes
Technique stakeholder list map or personas part 47 minutes
Technique stakeholder list map or personas part 52 minutes
Technique organisational modelling7 minutes
Plan business analysis governance7 minutes
Plan business analysis information management6 minutes
Identify BA performance improvements part 14 minutes
Identify BA performance improvements part 26 minutes
Technique observation part 14 minutes
Technique observation part 25 minutes

3 readingsTotal 15 minutes

Welcome to the course5 minutes
Business analyst health check questions5 minutes
Reflection: Business analyst planning5 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 20 minutes

Business analysis planning and monitoring16 minutes
Business analysis planning4 minutes

In this module, you will explore the essential soft and hard skills required for a successful Business Analyst. It covers behavioral characteristics, human skills, and the evolving role of a Business Analyst in today's landscape.

What's included

7 videos2 readings1 assignment

7 videosTotal 33 minutes

Introduction to soft skills2 minutes
Soft skills part 13 minutes
Soft skills part 25 minutes
Case study design sprint part 15 minutes
Case study design sprint part 25 minutes
Case study design sprint part 36 minutes
Human skills for a business analyst7 minutes

2 readingsTotal 10 minutes

Business analysis tools - Essentials5 minutes
How is the business analyst role evolving? - An interview with Igor5 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 14 minutes

Soft and hard skills for a business analyst14 minutes

This module introduces various perspectives that a Business Analyst may encounter in their role, including the Agile perspective, Business Intelligence perspective, IT perspective, Business Architecture perspective, and Business Process Management perspective.