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This Junior Business Analyst course provides the fundamental knowledge and practical skills required to effectively support business analysis activities. It is designed to equip participants to understand business needs, assist in gathering and documenting requirements, identify key stakeholders, and perform basic analytical tasks typical of entry-level business analyst roles, such as Junior Analyst or Business Analyst Trainee. The primary focus is on understanding core BA concepts and mastering foundational elicitation and documentation techniques.
By the end of the Junior Business Analyst course, participants will be able to:
Module 1: Introduction to Business Analysis & Core Concepts Setup
What is Business Analysis? Who is a Business Analyst?
The Role and Responsibilities of a Business Analyst.
Overview of the Business Analysis Core Concept Model (BACCM™).
Key Terminology in Business Analysis (Requirements, Stakeholders, Design, etc.).
Understanding the Business Analysis Process and Lifecycle.
Introduction to Different Development Methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile).
Setting up for Effective Communication and Collaboration.
Module 2: Stakeholder Identification & Engagement Setup
Identifying Project Stakeholders: The Stakeholder Wheel and Identification Matrix.
Analyzing Stakeholder Influence and Interest.
Techniques for Engaging with Stakeholders.
Developing a Basic Stakeholder Communication Plan.
Understanding Stakeholder Needs and Expectations.
Module 3: Elicitation Techniques Setup
Introduction to Requirements Elicitation.
Preparing for Elicitation Activities.
Common Elicitation Techniques:
Interviewing Basics.
Document Analysis.
Observation Fundamentals.
Introduction to Surveys/Questionnaires.
Basic Workshop Participation.
Confirming Elicitation Results.
Module 4: Basic Requirements Analysis & Documentation Setup
Understanding Different Types of Requirements (Business, Stakeholder, Solution - Functional & Non-Functional).
Introduction to Writing Clear and Testable Requirements.
Techniques for Organizing and Prioritizing Requirements at a Basic Level.
Introduction to Modeling Techniques:
Basic Process Flow Diagrams (e.g., Swimlanes).
Introduction to Use Cases and User Stories.
Creating a Basic Requirements List/Register.
Introduction to Requirements Traceability.
Module 5: Introduction to Strategy Analysis & Solution Definition Setup
Understanding the Strategic Context for Business Analysis.
Performing Basic Root Cause Analysis (e.g., 5 Whys).
Defining Business Needs and Problems.
Assisting in Defining Scope and Objectives.
Introduction to Analyzing Potential Solutions and Recommending Actions.
Understanding the Basics of a Business Case.
Module 6: Introduction to Solution Evaluation & BA Tools
Understanding How Solutions are Measured (Basic Metrics).
Assisting in Assessing Solution Limitations.
Introduction to Common Business Analysis Tools (e.g., spreadsheets for tracking, basic diagramming tools).
Developing Foundational Communication and Interaction Skills for BAs.
Understanding Basic Business Knowledge relevant to the BA role.
Participants enrolling for this programme will be required to have no prior Business Analysis experience, but good organizational and communication skills are beneficial.
Requirements:
Prospective applicants who do not meet the programme requirement but want to join the programme should talk to a Career Advisor.
Trainer • Nigeria
B.Sc. in Sociology; OND in Social Development and Administration; CBAP certification; IIBA certification; CICRM certification;
Innocent Ativie is a passionate trainer with a B.Sc. in Sociology, an OND in Social Development and Administration, and professional certifications in Business Analysis (CBAP, IIBA) and Customer Relationship Management (CICRM). Specializing in HR, Learning and Development, HRM, Customer Management, and Business Analysis, Innocent helps businesses identify strategies and best practices to drive growth. He achieved a 95% increase in in-app transactions through process improvement and has trained over 500 business development officers to boost business success. As a trainer at the business school, Innocent combines his real-world experience and enthusiasm to inspire students and equip them with the skills to excel in the business world.
Data Scientist • Nigeria
M.Sc. in Data Science Management; AWS Certified Solutions Architect (in view); AWS Data Engineer Associate (in view).
Christian Ozoemene is a Data Scientist at Piston & Fusion Business Academy with an M.Sc. in Data Science Management, specializing in Data Analytics, Machine Learning, and AI. He is dedicated to staying at the forefront of the field, pursuing industry-recognized certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect and AWS Data Engineer Associate. With proficiency in tools like Python, SQL, Excel, and Power BI, Christian empowers students to confidently tackle data challenges. His real-world experience, including work on credit scoring projects at mdoc, enriches his lessons, bridging theory with practical application. Christian is passionate about nurturing the next generation of data-driven leaders, equipping them with the skills to transform data into actionable business strategies.
Piston and Fusion offer the Junior Business Analysis Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates for classroom and virtual online class.
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Piston and Fusion offer the Junior Business Analysis Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See fees for classroom and virtual online class.
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