This comprehensive course provides a strong foundation in business analysis principles, techniques, and strategies. It covers essential topics such as the definition of business analysis, various requirement types, career paths in business analysis, and the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) guide. It also delves into key definitions and practical techniques used in business analysis. Additionally, the course focuses on strategic aspects, including analyzing the current state, defining future states, managing risks, and developing change strategies. Learners will gain hands-on experience through case studies and practical exercises, preparing them for success in the field of business analysis and beyond.
This course is suitable for individuals aspiring to become business analysts, current junior business analysts looking to strengthen their skills, mid-career professionals seeking to transition into business analysis roles, and those preparing for business analysis certifications. It accommodates learners with varying levels of prior knowledge and experience in the field.
While no strict prerequisites are required, a basic understanding of business concepts and organizational operations can be advantageous. Familiarity with project management or experience in a business-related role is helpful but not mandatory. This course is structured to accommodate learners with varying levels of prior knowledge.
In this introductory module, students will be familiarized with the course's content and the role of business analysis in organizations. They will learn about the career path of a Business Analyst and gain an overview of the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge.
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6个视频2篇阅读材料1个作业
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6个视频•总计31分钟
Introduction to the instructor•3分钟
What is business analysis? part 1•4分钟
What is business analysis? part 2•4分钟
A business analyst career path •6分钟
A guide to the BA body of knowledge Part 1•7分钟
A guide to the BA body of knowledge Part 2•7分钟
2篇阅读材料•总计10分钟
Welcome to the course•5分钟
Four types of requirements summarised•5分钟
1个作业•总计10分钟
Business analysis and the Career path•10分钟
Key definitions
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This module focuses on key definitions and concepts essential for a solid foundation in business analysis. It covers the Business Analysis Core Concept Model, concept modeling techniques, and the relationship between requirements and designs.
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6个视频1篇阅读材料1个作业
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6个视频•总计33分钟
Business analyst core concept model•6分钟
Technique concept modelling part 1•2分钟
Technique concept modelling part 2•9分钟
Technique concept modelling part 3•5分钟
Requirements and designs part 1•5分钟
Requirements and designs part 2•6分钟
1篇阅读材料•总计5分钟
Where am I in the business analyst journey?•5分钟
1个作业•总计10分钟
Key definitions•10分钟
Strategy Analysis
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This module delves into Strategy Analysis, a critical aspect of business analysis. Students will explore techniques such as analyzing the current state, using tools like the Business Model Canvas, SWOT analysis, and Business Process Analysis. They will also learn about bench marking, document analysis, and risk assessment.
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37个视频3篇阅读材料3个作业
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37个视频•总计204分钟
Strategy analysis part 1•6分钟
Strategy analysis part 2•4分钟
Analyze current state•12分钟
Technique business model canvas•20分钟
SWOT part 1•3分钟
SWOT part 2•4分钟
Business process analysis part 1•6分钟
Business process analysis part 2•7分钟
Business process analysis part 3•3分钟
Business process analysis part 4•6分钟
Business process analysis part 5•5分钟
Technique benchmarking and market analysis•6分钟
Case study benchmarking part 1•4分钟
Case study benchmarking part 2•6分钟
Technique document analysis•6分钟
Case study business capabilities part 1•1分钟
Case study business capabilities part 2•6分钟
Define future state part 1•4分钟
Define future state part 2•7分钟
Technique metrics and KPIs part 1•5分钟
Technique metrics and KPIs part 2•4分钟
Case study KPIs part 1•3分钟
Case study KPIs part 2•7分钟
Technique balanced scorecard part 1•4分钟
Technique balanced scorecard part 2•7分钟
Technique business case part 1•6分钟
Technique business case part 2•6分钟
Technique business case part 3•3分钟
Risk assessment part 1•5分钟
Risk assessment part 2•4分钟
Risk assessment part 3•7分钟
Risk assessment part 4•3分钟
Case study risks part 1•4分钟
Case study risks part 2•5分钟
Define change strategy•7分钟
Technique vendor assessment part 1•5分钟
Technique vendor assessment part 2•3分钟
3篇阅读材料•总计15分钟
Article: Goal setting frameworks•5分钟
Exercise: Reflection - Risk management•5分钟
Practical ontology - A tool for making sense of new domains•5分钟
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