Version 3.0 of the Business Analysis Body Of Knowledge ^® emphasizes the importance of value creation in the role of the business analyst. The BA still must gather accurate requirements from business users to maximize the positive impact of recommended solutions. The BA must also understand the strategic context for a given project and guide solution design. Success for the BA should be measured by the value an implemented solution adds for the organization and its customers.

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Learning Objectives:

• Apply strategy and organizational tools to define the business need
• Understand and apply IIBA Knowledge Areas and Business Analysis Core Concepts Model
• Create a business case
• Identify and analyze stakeholders
• Create a roadmap for BA activities and outcomes

Target Audience:

Business analysts, systems analysts, requirements professionals, business product owners, project/program managers and PMO directors, team leaders, development managers, process improvement professionals, management consultants, and IT management at all levels.

Course Outline:

• Overview and Framework
  
  • Key Definition
  • Knowledge Areas
  • Requirement Development Overview
• Project Selection
  
  • Defining the Business Need
  • Evaluating Project Alternatives
  • Creating the Business Case
• Stakeholder Management
  
  • Identifying Stakeholders
  • Understanding Stakeholder Needs and Influences
  • Engaging Stakeholders
• BA Planning
  
  • Applying the Business Analysis Approach
  • Planning the BA Tasks
  • Developing the Communication Strategy

Additional Resources:

• International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), Cleveland Chapter
• Certified Business Analysis Professional requirements CBAP^®
• Certification of Capability in Business Analysis requirements CCBA^®

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