Business Analyst Career Blueprint: From Beginner To Hired

Master the essential skills to become a Business Analyst, from requirements gathering to landing your first job.

What you'll learn

Define the roles and responsibilities of a Business Analyst in various industries.

Understand how to gather, analyze, and document requirements effectively.

Learn how to use essential tools such as Microsoft Excel, Visio, and Jira for Business Analysis.

Gain practical knowledge to ace job interviews and land your first Business Analyst role.

Requirements

No prior Business Analysis experience is required.

Basic familiarity with business concepts is beneficial but not mandatory.

All necessary skills and tools will be taught during the course.

Description

Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling career as a Business Analyst but don’t know where to start? This comprehensive course is designed to take you from a complete beginner to a confident professional, ready to ace your interviews and secure a job in the industry. Whether you’re transitioning from another role or entering the workforce for the first time, this course will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to thrive.In this course, you’ll:Learn the core responsibilities of a Business Analyst.Understand how to analyze, document, and manage business requirements.Get hands-on experience with popular tools such as Jira, Excel, and Visio.Develop the skills to communicate effectively with stakeholders across all levels of the business.Learn job interview techniques to confidently land your first Business Analyst role.This course also focuses on developing crucial soft skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and time management, which are essential for success in any Business Analyst role. Whether you are switching careers or starting fresh, this course provides a comprehensive guide to excel in this exciting and growing field. By the end, you’ll have practical experience, industry knowledge, and job-ready skills to start your Business Analyst career with confidence.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to business Analysis

Lecture 1 Welcome to Introduction to Business Analysis

Lecture 2 What is a Business Analyst?

Lecture 3 Key Responsibilities of a Business Analyst

Lecture 4 Why Business Analysis Matters

Lecture 5 What Makes a Good Business Analyst

Lecture 6 Recap and Look Ahead

Section 2: Tools and Techniques for Analysis

Lecture 7 Welcome to Analysis Tools and Techniques

Lecture 8 DATA Collection Techniques

Lecture 9 Introduction to Process Modeling

Lecture 10 Utilizing SWOT Analysis

Lecture 11 Applying Tools and Techniques in Business Analysis

Lecture 12 Recap and Looking Forward

Section 3: Requirement Management

Lecture 13 Welcome to Requirements Management

Lecture 14 Requirements Collection Techniques

Lecture 15 Documenting Requirements Effectively

Lecture 16 Requirements Validation Techniques

Lecture 17 Case studies

Lecture 18 Summary and Preparation for the Next Module

Section 4: Project Planning in Business Analysis

Lecture 19 Welcome to Project Planning in Business Analysis

Lecture 20 How to Set Effective Project Objectives

Lecture 21 Techniques for Estimating Resources

Lecture 22 Fundamentals of Risk Management

Lecture 23 Case studies

Lecture 24 Recap and Preparation for the Next Module

Section 5: Communication and Collaboration

Lecture 25 Welcome to Communication and Collaboration

Lecture 26 Mastering Effective Communication Techniques

Lecture 27 Stakeholder Management Strategies

Lecture 28 Conflict Resolution Techniques

Lecture 29 case studies

Lecture 30 Recap and Preparation for the Next Module

Section 6: Business Process Improvement

Lecture 31 Welcome to Business Process Improvement

Lecture 32 Principles of Process Improvement

Lecture 33 Applying Lean and Six Sigma

Lecture 34 Process Mapping Techniques

Lecture 35 Case studies

Lecture 36 Recap and Preparation for the Next Module

Section 7: Technology and Business Analysis

Lecture 37 Welcome to Technology and Business Analysis

Lecture 38 The Impact of Big Data and Analytics

Lecture 39 Utilizing Artificial Intelligence

Lecture 40 Business Process Automation

Lecture 41 Case studies

Lecture 42 Recap and Preparation for the Next Module

Section 8: Agility in Business Analysis

Lecture 43 Welcome to Agility in Business Analysis

Lecture 44 Fundamental Principles of Agility

Lecture 45 Agile Methodologies

Lecture 46 The Role of the Business Analyst in an Agile Framework

Lecture 47 Tools and Techniques for Agile Analysis

Lecture 48 Case studies

Lecture 49 Synthesis and Final Thoughts

Section 9: Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) & Testing for Business Analysts

Lecture 50 Welcome to Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) & Testing for Business Analyst

Lecture 51 Understanding the Phases of the SDLC

Lecture 52 Testing Methodologies in Software Development

Lecture 53 The Role of Business Analysts in the SDLC and Testing

Lecture 54 Extra insights on SDLC and testing

Lecture 55 Best Practices and Testing Tools

Section 10: Interview Skills for Business Analysts

Lecture 56 Welcome to Interview Skills for Business Analysts

Lecture 57 Understanding Interview Questions

Lecture 58 Mastering Technical Questions

Lecture 59 Handling Behavioral Questions

Lecture 60 Practical Interview Simulations.

Lecture 61 IT Business Analyst Mock Interview 1

Lecture 62 IT Business Analyst Mock Interview 2

Lecture 63 IT Business Analyst Mock Interview 3

Lecture 64 IT Business Analyst Mock Interview 4

Lecture 65 IT Business Analyst Mock Interview 5

Lecture 66 Final Preparation and Tips

Beginners who are looking to start their career as Business Analysts.,Professionals from other industries interested in transitioning into Business Analysis.,Recent graduates aiming to land their first job in the field of Business Analysis.