Business Analysis Workshop

The Business Analysis Workshop is designed to build strong foundational skills for individuals beginning their journey in business analysis. Instead of exam preparation, this workshop focuses on practical learning through real-world activities, discussions, and guided exercises. The content is aligned with the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK® Guide) version 3.0, ensuring participants gain exposure to industry-recognized concepts, tasks, and techniques.

Throughout the workshop, you will explore key areas of business analysis, practice applying techniques through scenarios and group work, and develop confidence in performing common BA activities. The workshop emphasizes practical application, critical thinking, and collaborative learning to help you understand how business analysis works in actual project environments. By the end, participants will be better prepared to contribute effectively in BA-related roles and continue their development in the field.

Learning Outcomes:

Build Practical Understanding of Business Analysis Concepts
Develop Hands-On Skills Through Activities
Learn Common BA Tools and Techniques
Enhance Confidence in Performing BA Tasks
Improve Collaboration and Communication Skills
Strengthen Your Foundation for Future BA Growth

The exam voucher is included in the course package.

Duration

3 Days

Business Analysis and the BA Professional

BABOK Purpose.
What is Business Analysis.
Role of the Business Analyst.
BABOK Structure.

Business Analysis Key Concepts

The Business Analysis Core Concept Model.
Requirements Classifications.
Stakeholders.
Requirements and Designs.

Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring

Plan Business Analysis Approach.
Plan Stakeholder Engagement.
Plan Business Analysis Governance.
Plan Business Analysis Information Management.
Identify Business Analysis Performance Improvements.

Elicitation and Collaboration

Prepare for Elicitation.
Conduct Elicitation.
Confirm Elicitation Results.
Communicate Business Analysis Information.
Manage Stakeholder Collaboration.

Requirements Life Cycle Management

Trace Requirements.
Maintain Requirements.
Prioritize Requirements.
Assess Requirements Changes.
Approve Requirements.

Strategy Analysis

Analyze Current State.
Define Future State.
Assess Risks.
Define Change Strategy.

Requirements Analysis and Design Definition

Specify and Model Requirements.
Verify Requirements.
Validate Requirements.
Define Requirements Architecture.
Define Design Options.
Analyze Potential Value and Recommend Solution.

Solution Evaluation

Measure Solution Performance.
Analyze Performance Measures.
Assess Solution Limitations.
Assess Enterprise Limitations.
Recommend Actions to Increase Solution Value.

Suitable for

This highly practical and interactive course has been specifically designed for:

Anyone looking to achieve in Business Analysis
Individuals entering the BA profession: Students enrolled in BA academic programs or new graduates.
Professionals transitioning careers.
Functional managers who are not BAs but manage them.

Pre-requisite

The Business Analysis Workshop is designed for individuals who are new to the field of business analysis or looking to strengthen their foundational understanding of BA concepts. This workshop does not require any prior certification or exam. Participants only need an interest in learning business analysis practices and a willingness to engage in hands-on activities and discussions. The workshop provides practical exposure to techniques aligned with the BABOK® Guide and prepares participants to apply these skills in real-world scenarios.