If you're interested in a career in business analysis but don't know where to start, you've arrived at the right place!
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If you're interested in a career in business analysis but don't know where to start, you've arrived at the right place!
If you're interested in a career in business analysis but don't know where to start, you've arrived at the right place!
This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in Business Analysis. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the field of Business Analysis.
This course is part of a series that offers a good starting point for a career in business analysis. It will help you gain knowledge and skills related to essential business analysis concepts, principles, practical methods, and the responsibilities associated with business analysis. This course also gets you one step closer to the Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals Certificate, which requires no degree or prior experience.
After completing this course, you’ll be able to:
• Describe basic concepts and principles of business analysis
• Explain the role of a business analyst within an organization
• Identify and analyze a business problem
• Identify and analyze stakeholders in a business project
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Introduction to Business Analysis
In this module, you’ll explore the essential ideas and rules behind business analysis, including the core concepts and practical methods used in this field. You’ll discover the important responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, and see how it plays a key part in making important decisions and keeping everyone on the same page.
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Review "Business Analysis for Beginners" by David Harel
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Develop a solid foundation in business analysis by reading a book that covers the fundamentals and provides practical insights.
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Obtain a copy of the book.
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Read the introduction and first chapter.
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Summarize the key concepts presented in the chapter.
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Identify any unfamiliar terms or concepts and research them.
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Complete the end-of-chapter exercises (if any).
Review the Basic Principles of Systems Thinking
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Strengthen your foundation in business analysis by reviewing the core principles of systems thinking.
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Revisit relevant course materials or articles on systems thinking.
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Identify the key concepts and principles.
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Reflect on how systems thinking can be applied to business analysis.
Follow a Tutorial on Stakeholder Analysis
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Gain practical knowledge of stakeholder analysis by following a step-by-step tutorial that guides you through the process.
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Stakeholder Analysis
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Identify a tutorial on stakeholder analysis.
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Follow the steps outlined in the tutorial.
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Apply the techniques to a real-world scenario.
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Reflect on your experience and identify areas for improvement.
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Conduct a Business Analysis of a Local Business
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Apply the principles of business analysis to a real-world scenario by conducting a comprehensive analysis of a local business.
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Identify a local business to analyze.
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Define the scope and objectives of your analysis.
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Collect data from various sources (e.g., interviews, surveys, financial statements).
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Analyze the data to identify business problems and opportunities.
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Develop recommendations for improvement.
Participate in a Study Group or Discussion Forum
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Enhance your understanding of course concepts and connect with peers by actively participating in a study group or discussion forum.
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Join a study group or discussion forum related to business analysis.
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Prepare for discussions by completing assigned readings and researching topics.
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Actively participate in discussions, asking questions and sharing insights.
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Collaborate with peers on projects or assignments.
Write a Blog Post on Essential Business Analysis Techniques
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Enhance your understanding and recall of business analysis techniques by creating a blog post that summarizes and explains them.
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Business Analysis
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Research and identify the most important business analysis techniques.
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Develop an outline for your blog post.
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Write the content, providing clear explanations and examples.
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Proofread and edit your post.
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Publish your blog post on a relevant platform.
Participate in a Business Case Competition
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Challenge yourself and apply your business analysis skills in a competitive setting by participating in a business case competition.
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Business Analysis
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Identify a business case competition that aligns with your interests.
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Form a team or work individually.
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Analyze the case study and develop a comprehensive solution.
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Prepare and deliver a presentation or submit a written report.
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Reflect on your performance and identify areas for future improvement.
Review "Business Analysis for Beginners" by David Harel
Show steps
Develop a solid foundation in business analysis by reading a book that covers the fundamentals and provides practical insights.
Show steps
- Obtain a copy of the book.
- Read the introduction and first chapter.
- Summarize the key concepts presented in the chapter.
- Identify any unfamiliar terms or concepts and research them.
- Complete the end-of-chapter exercises (if any).
Review the Basic Principles of Systems Thinking
Show steps
Strengthen your foundation in business analysis by reviewing the core principles of systems thinking.
Browse courses on
Business Analysis
Show steps
- Revisit relevant course materials or articles on systems thinking.
- Identify the key concepts and principles.
- Reflect on how systems thinking can be applied to business analysis.
Follow a Tutorial on Stakeholder Analysis
Show steps
Gain practical knowledge of stakeholder analysis by following a step-by-step tutorial that guides you through the process.
Browse courses on
Stakeholder Analysis
Show steps
- Identify a tutorial on stakeholder analysis.
- Follow the steps outlined in the tutorial.
- Apply the techniques to a real-world scenario.
- Reflect on your experience and identify areas for improvement.
Conduct a Business Analysis of a Local Business
Show steps
Apply the principles of business analysis to a real-world scenario by conducting a comprehensive analysis of a local business.
Browse courses on
Business Analysis
Show steps
- Identify a local business to analyze.
- Define the scope and objectives of your analysis.
- Collect data from various sources (e.g., interviews, surveys, financial statements).
- Analyze the data to identify business problems and opportunities.
- Develop recommendations for improvement.
Participate in a Study Group or Discussion Forum
Show steps
Enhance your understanding of course concepts and connect with peers by actively participating in a study group or discussion forum.
Browse courses on
Business Analysis
Show steps
- Join a study group or discussion forum related to business analysis.
- Prepare for discussions by completing assigned readings and researching topics.
- Actively participate in discussions, asking questions and sharing insights.
- Collaborate with peers on projects or assignments.
Write a Blog Post on Essential Business Analysis Techniques
Show steps
Enhance your understanding and recall of business analysis techniques by creating a blog post that summarizes and explains them.
Browse courses on
Business Analysis
Show steps
- Research and identify the most important business analysis techniques.
- Develop an outline for your blog post.
- Write the content, providing clear explanations and examples.
- Proofread and edit your post.
- Publish your blog post on a relevant platform.
Participate in a Business Case Competition
Show steps
Challenge yourself and apply your business analysis skills in a competitive setting by participating in a business case competition.
Browse courses on
Business Analysis
Show steps
- Identify a business case competition that aligns with your interests.
- Form a team or work individually.
- Analyze the case study and develop a comprehensive solution.
- Prepare and deliver a presentation or submit a written report.
- Reflect on your performance and identify areas for future improvement.
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