Business Analyst Syllabus
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Module 1: Introduction to Business Analysis
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Module 2: Business Environment & Processes
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Module 3: Requirements Engineering & Elicitation
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Module 4: Requirement Documentation & Modeling
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Module 5: Tools & Techniques (Non-technical Focus)
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Module 6: Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) & Methodologies
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Module 7: Validation, Testing & UAT (User Acceptance Testing)
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Module 8: Change Management & Scope Control
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Module 9: Communication & Stakeholder Management
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Module 10: Resume Preparation & Interview Preparation
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Module 11: Real Projects (Hands-On Practice)
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Module 12: Capstone Project / Case Study
Business Analyst Course Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to Business Analysis
- What is Business Analysis?
- Roles and Responsibilities of a Business Analyst
- Key Stakeholders in Business Projects
- BA Career Paths and Domains (Finance, Healthcare, IT, etc.)
- Essential Skills: Communication, Problem-Solving, Domain Expertise
Module 2: Business Environment & Processes
- Understanding Business Functions and Operations
- Business Process Modeling (BPM)
- As-Is vs. To-Be Process Analysis
- Gap Analysis
- Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
- Industry Examples and Case Studies
Module 3: Requirements Engineering & Elicitation
- Types of Requirements (Business, Stakeholder, Functional, Non-Functional)
- Requirements Elicitation Techniques:
- Interviews, Workshops, Focus Groups, Observation, Document Analysis
- Stakeholder Analysis
- Requirements Prioritization (MoSCoW, Kano, etc.)
Module 4: Requirement Documentation & Modeling
- Business Requirements Document (BRD)
- Functional Requirements Document (FRD)
- Use Cases and User Stories
- UML Diagrams:
- Use Case, Activity, Sequence, and Class Diagrams
- BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation)
- Wireframes and Prototypes
- Traceability Matrix
Module 5: Tools & Techniques (Non-technical Focus)
- JIRA or Trello for Task and Requirement Tracking
- Microsoft Visio / Lucidchart for Diagrams
- Microsoft Word / Excel for Documentation and Reporting
- Wireframing Tools: Balsamiq, Figma (Optional)
Module 6: Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) & Methodologies
- SDLC Overview (Waterfall, V-Model, Iterative, Agile)
- Agile Principles and Scrum Framework:
- Roles: Product Owner, Scrum Master, Dev Team
- Artifacts: Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog
- Ceremonies: Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-up, Review, Retrospective
Module 7: Validation, Testing & UAT (User Acceptance Testing)
- Role of a BA in Software Testing
- Creating UAT Plans and Test Cases
- Requirement Validation and Walkthroughs
- Supporting QA & Defect Triaging
- Traceability from Requirements to Test Cases
Module 8: Change Management & Scope Control
- Change Request Process
- Managing Changing Requirements
- Impact Analysis
- Scope Creep Prevention
- Version Control and Baseline Management
Module 9: Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Stakeholder Identification and Mapping
- Communication Planning
- Conducting and Facilitating Meetings
- Presentation Skills for BA Deliverables
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
Module 10: Resume Preparation & Interview Preparation
- Crafting an Effective BA Resume
- Highlighting Skills, Projects, and Tools Knowledge
- Tailoring Resume for Specific Job Roles
- Common Interview Questions & How to Answer Them
- Behavioral and Situational Interview Techniques
- Mock Interviews & Feedback
- Preparing Portfolio with Sample Documents and Case Studies
Module 11: Real Projects (Hands-On Practice)
- Project 1: Requirement Gathering & Documentation for an E-commerce Website
- Project 2: Business Process Mapping & Gap Analysis for a Retail Store
- Project 3: Agile User Story Writing and Backlog Management for a Mobile App
- Project 4: UAT Planning and Execution for a Banking Software Release
- Each project includes documentation, modeling, and presentation of deliverables.
Module 12: Capstone Project / Case Study
- Comprehensive Project Simulating End-to-End BA Responsibilities
- From Stakeholder Engagement, Requirements Elicitation, Documentation to UAT and Change Management
- Presentation and Review Session with Instructor/Peers
