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Techniques like SWOT, gap analysis, process modelling and data analysis expose opportunities and bottlenecks.WorkshopsContents
Embedding analysis in governance strengthens planning, transparency and measurable outcomes.Introduction to Project Management
- Rigour can be maintained alongside speed by using consistent standards, templates and lightweight frameworks.1-day workshop to learn the basics of project management.
- Project Management Essentials Contents
- 2-day workshop to learn how to manage projects without getting certified.
- Writing Business Cases Definition of Agile
- ContentsHalf-day workshop to learn to write robust business cases.
Learn the key principles of Agile Project Management.
Related conceptsPractitioner Continuous improvement practices Includes Foundation & Practitioner combined option. FAQsPRINCE2Further Resources Business analysis: definition and overview® Business analysis AgileFAQs is a professional discipline that involves understanding business needs and problems, eliciting and documenting requirements, and proposing solutions that drive Foundation Definition of Agile process improvementLearn the fundamentals of the PRINCE2 Agile method.Agile
and deliver value. It acts as a bridge between stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring that strategic objectives are aligned with operational execution. Reputable bodies such as the Practitioner refers to a set of principles and practices that guide teams in developing software products through incremental delivery, adaptive planning, and continual improvement. Agile emphasises iterative development, close team collaboration, and frequent customer feedback to deliver high-quality solutions quickly and efficiently.
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)Includes Foundation & Practitioner combined option.Agile methodology at a glance define business analysis as the practice of enabling change in an organisational context by defining needs and recommending solutions that yield benefits for key stakeholders.ScrumAspect The objectives and value of business analysisScrum Essentials Description
:Business Analysis Foundation Satisfy the customer through early and continuous delivery of valuable software
Visualising workflows for process improvement opportunitiesLearn the fundamentals of business analysis.Welcome changing requirements, even late in developmentSolution assessment and validation:Modelling Business Processes Deliver working software frequently, from a couple of weeks to a couple of months Reviewing proposals to ensure solutions address documented Gain practitioner certificate in modelling business processes.Collaborate daily between business people and developers
requirementsBusiness Analysis Practices Build
and deliver valueGain practitioner certificate in business analysis practices.projects
Change managementRequirements Engineering around motivated individuals and provide support
:Gain practitioner certificate in requirements engineering.Convey information face-to-face whenever possible
Supporting the transition of solutions into the business and managing effects on people and processesBusiness Analysis International Diploma Working software is the primary measure of progressMain business analysis processesAll 4 courses bundled into this Diploma certification package.Maintain a sustainable development paceProcessAgileBAContinuous attention to technical excellence and good designDescription®Simplicity – the art of maximising the work not done – is essentialRequirements elicitation – Agile Business AnalysisSelf-organising teams produce the best architectures, requirements, and designs
Gathering information from stakeholders using interviews, workshops, observation, and document analysisFoundation training Regularly reflect and adapt to improve effectiveness
Requirements documentationLearn the fundamentals of Agile Business Analysis.Historical origins and evolution of AgileCapturing business and technical requirements in written formats, such as Practitioner The Agile approach originated in the late 1990s as software teams sought alternatives to rigid project management models like the user stories4-day course including Foundation.Waterfall
, use cases, or requirement specificationsPMI model. In 2001, seventeen thought leaders signed
Requirements validation®the Agile Manifesto
Ensuring requirements are accurate, feasible, and aligned with business goalsPMI-PBA , formalising Agile values and sparking the formation of the Agile Alliance. Since then, Agile has evolved beyond software development into
Stakeholder engagementSelf-paced course to prepare you for the exam (exam not included).project management
Building relationships with all parties affected by the change to ensure their needs are metBusiness Analysis Learning Library (BALL)™, product development, and operations.
Process improvementCHANGE MANAGEMENTBenefits of Agile
Analysing existing workflows and recommending enhancements for efficiencyAPMG Change ManagementFlexibility:
Solution assessmentFoundation Respond rapidly to changing customer needs and market conditions.
Evaluating potential solutions against requirementsLearn the fundamentals of enterprise change management.Continuous improvement:Change managementPractitioner Regular retrospectives help teams adapt and improve their processes.Supporting successful adoption of new processes or systemsIncludes Foundation & Practitioner combined option.Customer satisfaction:
Common business analysis techniquesPROGRAMME MANAGEMENT Frequent delivery ensures customer requirements are met early and often.
SWOT analysisMSPTransparency:
:® Iterative development and open communication foster stakeholder trust. Identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats related to a business area or solutionFoundation Reduced risk: Gap analysis:Learn the fundamentals of programme management. Incremental delivery allows for earlier issue detection and correction.
Comparing current and target states to identify improvement areasPractitioner Enhanced team collaboration:
Use case modelling:Includes Foundation & Practitioner combined option. Cross-functional teams communicate daily to resolve challenges efficiently. Mapping user interactions with systems to define requirementsINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)Agile vs waterfall model Business process modelling:ITILAspect
Creating diagrams (such as BPMN) to visualise business processes®Agile Stakeholder analysis:Foundation Waterfall Identifying stakeholder interests, influence, and engagement needsLearn the fundamentals of ITIL service management.Process
User storiesStrategist DPI Iterative and incremental
:3-day ITIL Strategist: Direct, Plan & Improve (DPI) course.Sequential and linear
Documenting concise functional requirements, typically in Agile projectsSpecialist: DSV Flexibility Feasibility study:3-day ITIL Specialist: Drive Stakeholder Value (DSV) course.Adaptive to change Analysing proposed solutions for practicality and viabilityResistant to change after initial planning
Data analysis:Customer involvement
Using quantitative and qualitative data to inform decision-makingHigh, continuous feedback Business analysis tools and methodologiesTypically only during requirements and acceptance stages Key toolsDelivery
Requirements management software (for example, Jira, Confluence, or Azure Frequent, partial releases DevOpsFull product delivered at project end )Risk
, What is Agile methodology?PRINCE2
Modelling Business ProcessesAgile methodology®
, and is a set of practices and values that promote adaptive planning, evolutionary development, early delivery, and continual improvement. Agile methods empower teams to respond quickly to change and collaborate closely with stakeholders.Foundation
Business Analysis PracticesLearn the fundamentals of the PRINCE2 method.What are the 12 principles of Agile?
.Practitioner The
The Includes Foundation & Practitioner combined option.12 Agile principles
International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)Association for Project Management (APM) include prioritising customer satisfaction through early and continual delivery, welcoming changing requirements, delivering working software frequently, fostering daily collaboration, supporting motivated teams, preferring face-to-face communication, using working software as the main progress measure, maintaining a sustainable pace, focusing on technical excellence, maximising simplicity, enabling self-organising teams, and reflecting regularly for process improvement.
offers globally recognised certifications, such as ECBA, CCBA, and CBAP, based on the Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) What is the difference between Agile and waterfall?
BABOK GuideStart your APM project management career.Agile is iterative, adaptable, and focuses on incremental delivery with frequent stakeholder feedback.
. Project Management Qualification (PMQ) Waterfall
CertificationsAdvance your APM project management expertise. is linear, sequential, and requires upfront planning, often only allowing changes late in the project cycle.AGILE BUSINESS ANALYSIS COURSES demonstrate expertise in requirements elicitation, stakeholder management, and business analysis best practices. Aspiring business analysts may also pursue Project Risk Single Certificate Level 1 What are Scrum and Kanban frameworks?Select your preferred training course below:project managementEnhance your project risk management skills.Scrum
or AgilePM is an Agile framework that organises work into fixed-length sprints and uses roles like Product Owner and
CHANGE MANAGEMENT QUALIFICATIONSchange management qualifications®Scrum Master
Select your preferred qualification. to support broader career progression. – Agile Project Management. Kanban is a visual method for managing workflow, limiting work in progress, and focusing on incremental improvements.
Related conceptsFoundation How does Agile improve team collaboration?
What is the BABOK?PRINCE2 AGILE COURSESLearn the fundamentals of the P3O project management office.PMI COURSES
BABOK refers to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge, a globally-accepted standard containing best practices, techniques, and competencies for business analysis, maintained by IIBA.Select your preferred training course below:Practitioner Select your preferred training course below: