Living in an IT Team as a Business Analyst from Pluralsight

Wouldn’t it be helpful to have a guidebook to tell you what working in a department is like? This course shares insights for analysts working in a technology team.

At the core of working in an IT team is a thorough knowledge of how business analysis works in an IT organization. In this course, Living in an IT Team as a Business Analyst, you will learn how to apply business analysis capabilities in any software development methodology to support design and implementation of solutions. First, you will understand how organizations can structure the business analysis role. Next, you will explore the system development methodologies and the system development lifecycle. Finally, you will discover how to apply business analysis techniques to design and implementation and how to better collaborate with your team. When you are finished with this course, you will have a foundational knowledge of applying nosiness analysis techniques in an IT team that will help you as you move forward to work as a business analyst in an IT team.

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Course Overview

Learning Where the BAs Live in Organizations

Exploring Methodologies That Make Software Development Work

Finding the Value of Business Analysis in Agile

Discovering the System Development Lifecycle Process

Designing Solutions Together as Developers and Business Analysts

Collaborating with Teammates

Bringing It All Together

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Teaches the role of Business Analysis in IT organizations

Covers Agile methodologies and their relevance in BA

Explains the System Development Lifecycle Process

Emphasizes collaboration between developers and business analysts

Provides practical techniques for applying business analysis in IT teams

Offers a solid foundation for Business Analysts working in IT

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Living in an IT Team as a Business Analyst with these activities:

Review Agile Software Development Methodology

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Review fundamental Agile Software Development concepts to prepare for BA techniques in an Agile environment.

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Read through Agile Software Development methodologies
Review real-world Agile use cases
Use online quizzes and flashcards to test your understanding

Review Business Analysis Techniques

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Reinforce understanding of business analysis techniques in software development.

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Read chapters on business analysis techniques
Summarize key concepts and create visual aids
Participate in book discussion forums

System Development Lifecycle Practice

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Enhance understanding of the System Development Lifecycle through repeated exercises.

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Solve practice questions on SDLC phases
Review sample SDLC diagrams
Attend workshops on SDLC implementation

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Collaborative BA Design and Implementation

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Engage with peers to discuss and refine BA design and implementation approaches.

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Form a study group with fellow BA students
Present and discuss BA design and implementation strategies
Provide feedback and critique on each other's approaches

Advanced BA Techniques for Collaboration

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Enhance collaboration skills by seeking additional guidance on advanced BA techniques.

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Identify online tutorials on advanced BA collaboration techniques
Follow tutorials and apply techniques in practice
Join online forums or communities for further discussion

BA Case Study Analysis Presentation

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Develop a comprehensive presentation on a real-world BA case study, showcasing your understanding and analytical skills.

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Select a BA case study with real-world relevance
Analyze the case study and identify key challenges and solutions
Create a visual and informative presentation summarizing your analysis
Present your findings to a group of peers or industry professionals

Volunteer as a Business Analyst Assistant

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Gain practical experience and apply your BA skills by assisting in real-world business analysis projects.

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Identify volunteer opportunities at non-profit organizations or startups
Contact the organization and express your interest in volunteering
Support BA team with tasks such as requirements gathering, stakeholder interviews, or documentation
Attend meetings and contribute your insights

Agile Business Analysis Workshop

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Attend a workshop focused on Agile Business Analysis to gain hands-on experience and insights.

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Research and identify Agile Business Analysis workshops
Register for a workshop that aligns with your interests
Attend the workshop and actively participate in exercises and discussions
Network with industry professionals and fellow attendees

Career center

Learners who complete Living in an IT Team as a Business Analyst will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Business Analyst

A Business Analyst's role is to act as a facilitator between business stakeholders and IT teams. They help to identify business needs and translate them into technical requirements that can be used by software developers. This course helps build a foundation for becoming a Business Analyst by providing insights into how business analysis works in an IT organization and how to apply business analysis techniques to design and implementation.

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Software Development Manager

Software Development Managers plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of software developers. They may also be responsible for the development and implementation of software systems. This course can help Software Development Managers by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of software solutions.

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Information Systems Manager

Information Systems Managers plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of computer-related activities in an organization. They may also be responsible for the development and implementation of computer systems. This course can help Information Systems Managers by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of software solutions.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of a project. They are responsible for ensuring that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This course may be useful for Project Managers by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of software solutions.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts analyze and design computer systems. They may also be responsible for the development and implementation of software systems. This course can help Systems Analysts by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of software solutions.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for the development and management of products. They may also be responsible for the development and implementation of product strategy. This course may be useful for Product Managers by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of product solutions.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create and edit technical documentation, such as user manuals, white papers, and training materials. They may also be responsible for developing and implementing content management systems. This course may be useful for Technical Writers by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of technical documentation.

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Business Consultant

Business Consultants help organizations to improve their performance. They may provide advice on a variety of topics, including business strategy, operations, and technology. This course may be useful for Business Consultants by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of business solutions.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data to help organizations make better decisions. They may also be responsible for developing and implementing data analysis tools and techniques. This course may be useful for Data Analysts by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of data analysis solutions.

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IT Architect

IT Architects design and implement the architecture of IT systems. They may also be responsible for the development and implementation of IT strategy. This course may be useful for IT Architects by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of IT solutions.

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Security Analyst

Security Analysts are responsible for the security of computer systems. They may also be responsible for the development and implementation of security strategy. This course may be useful for Security Analysts by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of security solutions.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators are responsible for the management and maintenance of databases. They may also be responsible for the development and implementation of database strategy. This course may be useful for Database Administrators by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of database solutions.

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User Experience Designer

User Experience Designers design and evaluate the user experience of products and services. They may also be responsible for conducting user research and developing prototypes. This course may be useful for User Experience Designers by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of user experience solutions.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test and evaluate the quality of software products. They may also be responsible for developing and implementing quality assurance processes. This course may be useful for Quality Assurance Analysts by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of quality assurance solutions.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators are responsible for the management and maintenance of computer networks. They may also be responsible for the development and implementation of network strategy. This course may be useful for Network Administrators by providing them with a better understanding of how business analysis can be used to support the design and implementation of network solutions.

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