Business Analysis and Project Management Certification

Why Select this Training Course?

Selecting this course catapults your career to new heights by blending two critical disciplines: business analysis and project management. Beyond theoretical knowledge, this course offers you the tools and techniques to provide meticulous analysis and astute project leadership that align with strategic business objectives. This course not only refines your skill set but also empowers you to be the catalyst for change within any organisation.

Will this course enhance my skills?

Certainly. It bridges the gap between in-depth business analysis and pragmatic project management, empowering you to employ both in a synergetic manner.

Does the course content reflect the latest industry tech?

The curriculum is designed with contemporary industry trends and emerging technologies in mind, ensuring you stay at the forefront of both fields.

Who Should Attend?

Ideal for:

• Aspiring and seasoned Business Analysts
• Project and Programme Managers
• Business Consultants
• Management Professionals seeking career growth
• Entrepreneurs looking to streamline business processes
• IT Professionals broadening their management expertise

What are the Course Objectives?

Attendees will accomplish the ability to:

• Employ advanced business analysis techniques
• Lead projects strategically and efficiently
• Utilise data analytics to support business decisions
• Combine agile methodologies with traditional project management
• Harness technology for effective business solutions

How will this course be presented?

Delivery methods include:

• In-depth workshops and interactive sessions
• Real-world case study analyses
• Hands-on application of modern project management software
• Collaborative group projects
• Continuous evaluation and feedback

What are the Topics Covered in this Course?

Module 1: Integration of Business Analysis and Project Management

• Synergising business analysis with project management
• Role of business analysis in project scope definition
• Bridging stakeholder needs with project goals
• Prioritisation strategies for projects and requirements
• Balancing business case development with project planning

Module 2: Advanced Elicitation and Collaboration Techniques

• Crafting effective elicitation plans
• Techniques for stakeholder interviews and workshops
• Requirements prioritisation and traceability methods
• Collaborative requirement modelling tools
• Handling conflict and reaching consensus
• Agile facilitation techniques
• Document analysis and observation techniques
• Surveys, questionnaires, and other elicitation tools
• Advanced communication skills for analysts
• Managing remote and distributed teams
• JAD sessions and collaborative workshops

Module 3: Project Planning and Control

• Developing robust project plans
• Resource allocation and optimisation strategies
• Agile project planning and iterative development
• Advanced techniques in critical path method (CPM)
• Change control processes and impact analysis
• Earned value management for project tracking
• Maintaining control through project health indicators

Module 4: Strategic Business Analysis

• Aligning business analysis to strategic planning
• Market analysis and competitive intelligence
• Business model canvassing and value proposition development
• SWOT analysis and strategic gap assessment
• Scenario planning and strategic road mapping
• Feasibility studies and business case justification

Module 5: Decision Making and Problem Solving

• Critical thinking and problem-solving methodologies
• Data-driven decision-making frameworks
• Decision analysis and resolution techniques
• Prioritisation matrices and trade-off analysis

Module 6: Risk Management and Business Analysis

• Risk identification and categorisation
• Qualitative and quantitative risk analysis
• Risk response planning and control techniques
• Business analysis in managing project risks
• Engaging stakeholders in risk identification and prioritisation
• Incorporating risk management into agile methodologies
• Risk reporting, monitoring, and governance

Module 7: Business Analytics and Intelligence

• Leveraging big data in business and project decisions
• Building business intelligence frameworks
• Tools and techniques for data analysis
• Predictive analytics and future trend analysis
• Visualisation strategies for complex data
• Database querying and reporting mechanisms
• Integrating analytics into business processes
• Data governance and management best practices
• Data privacy and security in analytics
• Incorporating AI and machine learning insights
• Advanced statistical tools and techniques
• Process mining and data-driven process optimisation

Module 8: Agile and Adaptive Projects

• Agile principles and mindset in project management
• Scrum, Kanban, and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• Design Thinking in agile projects
• Tailoring agile practices to business analysis
• Enabling business agility through adaptive planning
• Managing agile product backlogs and user stories
• DevOps and continuous delivery models
• Sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives

Module 9: Quality Management in Project Delivery

• Defining and managing quality in project outcomes
• Incorporating quality metrics in business analysis
• Implementing quality assurance and quality control
• Continuous improvement practices (Kaizen)
• Utilising Six Sigma and Lean in project management

Module 10: Leadership and Influencing Skills for Project Managers

• Effective leadership styles in business analysis and project management
• Emotional intelligence and its impact on team performance
• Influencing techniques to align stakeholders with project goals
• Navigating organisational politics and culture effectively
• Building and leading high-performance project teams
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Coaching and mentoring within project and BA teams
• Strategic communication and change management
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship building
• Facilitating workshops and major decision-making sessions

Module 11: Advancements in Digital Transformation

• Understanding the dynamics of digital transformation
• Role of business analysis in guiding digital initiatives
• Project management for digital transformation projects
• Emerging technologies: AI, IoT, blockchain, and their impact on business
• Digital maturity models and roadmaps for transformation

Module 12: Data Privacy and Cybersecurity in Projects

• Data protection laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
• Role of the project manager and business analyst in cybersecurity
• Risk management frameworks for data privacy and security
• Implementing cybersecurity measures in project lifecycles
• Incident response planning and breach management

Module 13: Sustainable Business Practices and CSR in Projects

• Integrating Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in business analysis
• Sustainable project management methodologies
• Assessing the environmental impact of projects
• Socially responsible investment (SRI) strategies in project selection
• Stakeholder engagement for sustainable development goals

Module 14: Advanced Financial Analysis and Budget Management

• Financial modelling and forecasting for projects
• Cost-benefit analysis and return on investment (ROI) for business cases
• Budgeting techniques and cost management controls
• Financial reporting and analysis for stakeholders
• Strategic funding and capital allocation in projects

Module 15: Contract Management and Procurement

• Principles of contract law in project management
• Procurement planning and strategy in business analysis
• Vendor selection and tendering processes
• Negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships
• Legal aspects and compliance in project procurement