Course content
The Learning Edge’s Business Analysis certification training is designed to help you irrespective of your goals. While some candidates are interested in gaining the knowledge so they can become better business leaders, others might only be interested because they need to pass the examination. There is yet another set of professionals who are interested in both. No matter what you choose, the following course content shows what you will learn.
Module 1: Introduction to Business Analysis
- What Business Analysis is and why it matters
- The role of a Business Analyst in organizations
- Business Analysis vs Project Management vs Product Management
- Career paths in Business Analysis
Module 2: Business Analysis Frameworks & Standards
- Overview of Business Analysis best practices
- Key concepts from global BA standards
- Understanding value delivery and business needs
- Business Analysis knowledge areas explained simply
Module 3: Business Problem Analysis
- Identifying business problems and opportunities
- Root cause analysis techniques
- Defining business objectives and success metrics
- Stakeholder expectations and constraints
Module 4: Stakeholder Identification & Management
- Identifying internal and external stakeholders
- Stakeholder analysis techniques
- Communication strategies for different stakeholders
- Managing conflicting stakeholder interests
Module 5: Requirements Elicitation Techniques
- Interviews, workshops, and brainstorming
- Observation and document analysis
- Elicitation techniques for Agile and non-Agile environments
- Common elicitation mistakes and how to avoid them
Module 6: Requirements Documentation & Modelling
- Business Requirements Document (BRD)
- Functional and non-functional requirements
- User stories and acceptance criteria
- Process modelling and workflow diagrams
- Requirements traceability
Module 7: Business Process Analysis & Improvement
- Understanding and mapping current processes
- Identifying inefficiencies and gaps
- Designing improved future-state processes
- Measuring process improvement success
Module 8: Solution Evaluation & Validation
- Assessing proposed solutions
- Supporting solution testing and validation
- Measuring business value after implementation
- Continuous improvement mindset
Module 9: Business Analysis in Agile & Product Environments
- Role of the Business Analyst in Agile teams
- Working with Product Owners and Scrum teams
- Backlog management and prioritisation
- Writing effective user stories
Module 10: Certification Exam Preparation
- Certification-specific exam structure (ECBA, CCBA, CBAP, PMI-PBA)
- Sample questions and exam techniques
- Application and eligibility guidance
- Revision strategies and exam readiness tips
Module 11: Practical Case Studies & Exercises
- Real-world business scenarios
- Hands-on requirements writing
- Group exercises and facilitator feedback
- Applying BA tools to Nigerian business contexts
Module 12: Career & Professional Development
- Building a Business Analyst CV
- Interview preparation tips
- Positioning yourself for BA roles
- Career growth and continuous learning
Outcome of the Training
By the end of this program, participants will:
- Understand Business Analysis clearly and confidently
- Apply BA tools and techniques at work
- Be prepared for relevant Business Analysis certifications
- Improve their professional value and career prospects