Course Overview:

Business Analysis (EP101) is a foundational course designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the role and responsibilities of a business analyst. The course covers key concepts, techniques, and tools used in business analysis, preparing students for a career in this dynamic field. Students will learn how to identify business needs, recommend solutions, and facilitate change within organizations.

Course Outline

Introduction to Business Analysis (10 hours):

Overview of business analysis

Role and responsibilities of a business analyst

Importance of business analysis in organizations

Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring (12 hours):

Developing a business analysis plan

Identifying stakeholders and their requirements

Creating a requirements management plan

Elicitation and Collaboration (16 hours):

Techniques for gathering and documenting requirements

Conducting interviews and workshops

Managing stakeholder engagement

Requirements Analysis and Design Definition (20 hours):

Analyzing and prioritizing requirements

Developing a requirements traceability matrix

Creating a business requirements document (BRD) and functional requirements document (FRD)

Solution Evaluation (8 hours):

Evaluating proposed solutions

Assessing solution performance

Obtaining stakeholder feedback

Business Analysis Tools and Techniques (16 hours):

Introduction to commonly used tools (e.g., SWOT analysis, PESTLE analysis)

Hands-on practice with tools for requirements gathering and analysis

Professional Development Units (PDUs) Preparation (38 hours):

Review of key concepts covered in the course

Practice exams and quizzes to prepare for the IIBA certification exam

Tips and strategies for exam success

PDUs and Certification Exam:

At the end of the course, participants will receive 38 PDUs, which are recognized by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) and can be used towards meeting the eligibility requirements for the IIBA certification exam. This course prepares participants for the exam by providing a comprehensive review of key concepts and offering valuable exam preparation resources.

Admission Requirement:

• High School
• Experience in the field may be helpful but not required.

Inquire More:

Send your query with program name and code to info@pioneerc.ca.