Business Analysis is the practice of identifying business needs and determining solutions to business problems. It involves understanding organizational structure, processes, and policies to recommend and implement improvements. Business analysts bridge the gap between stakeholders and the IT department, ensuring that requirements are accurately captured and solutions are efficiently delivered.
Course Curriculum
1. Introduction to Business Analysis
- Overview of business analysis and its importance
- Roles and responsibilities of a business analyst
2. Understanding Business Needs
- Identifying and analyzing business needs
- Defining business problems and opportunities
3. Requirements Gathering and Management
- Techniques for eliciting requirements
- Documenting and validating requirements
- Managing and prioritizing requirements
4. Stakeholder Analysis
- Identifying and engaging stakeholders
- Understanding stakeholder needs and expectations
- Communication strategies and conflict resolution
5. Process Modeling and Analysis
- Techniques for process mapping and modeling
- Analyzing and optimizing business processes
- Use of tools such as BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation)
6. Solution Assessment and Validation
- Evaluating potential solutions
- Assessing the feasibility and impact of solutions
- Validating and verifying implemented solutions
7. Tools and Techniques
- Use of industry-standard tools (e.g., MS Visio, JIRA)
- Data analysis and visualization techniques
8. Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
- Understanding different project management methodologies
- Role of a business analyst in Agile and Waterfall projects
9. Business Case Development
- Creating and presenting business cases
- Cost-benefit analysis and ROI calculations
10. Change Management
- Strategies for managing organizational change
- Ensuring successful implementation and adoption of solutions
11. Practical Projects and Case Studies
- Hands-on projects to apply business analysis concepts
- Real-world case studies and problem-solving
This curriculum offers a comprehensive foundation in business analysis, equipping students with the skills to effectively analyze business needs, recommend solutions, and facilitate successful project outcomes.