BSNS 558V - Business Analysis Perspectives
Course Description
Business analysis is applied in a variety of situations and levels within an organization. In this course, students will explore five of the most common variants of business analysis: Agile Business Analysis, Information Technology analysis (IT), Business Architecture, Business Intelligence analysis (BI), and Business Process Management (BPM). This course will also introduce specialized techniques, methods, required competencies and the role of the business analyst in each of these focus areas. Although each perspective has its own skill set, a broad knowledge of business analysis is essential when applied to each of these variants.Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course a student will be able to:
- describe the key characteristics of each of the business analysis perspectives described in the BABOK® Guide v3: information technology, agile business, business process management, business intelligence, and business architecture
- identify specialized techniques, methods, required competencies, and the role of the business analyst for each perspective
- tailor the business analysis work in the context of each of the business analysis perspectives
Required Textbook
This following textbook is a required reference for this course.
International Institute of Business Analysis. (2015). A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge: BABOK Guide (version 3.0). Toronto: Ontario: International Institute of Business Analysis.
A pdf copy of the textbook is available through the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®) website.
Notes
This course is offered as part of the Business Analysis Extension Certificate Program at Mount Royal University.
Interactive Zoom Sessions
Live interactive Zoom sessions serve as a dynamic platform that breathes life into the course content. In these sessions, you will actively interact with the instructor, fellow participants, and the course material. Active participation in these real-time sessions not only refines students' comprehension of the weekly topic but also cultivates critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving skills, which can be directly applied to professional practice.
Technology requirements:
- Laptop or Desktop Computer, you need to be able to watch videos during class, open PDF files, and chat with other learners
- Access to the Internet.
- A webcam and a headset, microphone, or speakers for your computer will be required.
Prerequisites
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Business Analysis Certificate Program : Required
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