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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for beginner to intermediate business and requirements analysts who are looking to improve their elicitation and requirements writing and documentation skills. This course is also a great fit for technical writers, product and software testers, project managers, product owners who work closely with business analysts or who perform some for of business analysis themselves. Overview Understand the role of the business analyst and core competencies for performing successfully Discuss the criticality of business analysis and requirements for successful project outcomes Understand the main professional associations and standards supporting business analysts in the industry Discuss the common problems with requirements and explore approaches to address these issues Obtain a clear understanding of the various requirements types and the significance for eliciting each type Demonstrate your ability to identify stakeholders Explore various methods for understanding and analyzing stakeholders Discuss and apply good planning practices to requirements elicitation efforts Obtain knowledge and understanding of over 15 current and commonly applied elicitation techniques Understand how to progress from elicitation to analysis to documentation Write well-formed and validated requirements Gain understanding of the best practices for writing quality requirements Learn the technical writing techniques that apply directly to writing requirements documents Discuss writing pitfalls, risks that impact requirements, and how to address them Learn best practices for communicating and collaborating with stakeholders, sharing the results of elicitation and the resulting documentation Learn approaches for validating requirements Understand the difference between validating requirements and validating the solution With elicitation serving as a major component of the requirements process, it is imperative that business analysts maintain high competency levels in elicitation practices and technique use to help organizations overcome the requirements related challenges faced on projects. Regardless whether you are a practitioner just starting off your career in business analysis or whether you have been performing the role for some years, this course will provide insight into the latest thoughts on elicitation and writing effective requirements and present a number of current techniques that are being applied on projects across industries today. Review of Foundational Concepts Definition of a business analysis Definition of business analyst BA role vs. PM role Business analysis competencies Benefits of business analysis Purpose for having a BA standard IIBA?s BABOK© Guide and PMI?s Practice Guide in Business Analysis Business analysis core concepts Discussion: Project challenges Understanding Requirements Common problems with requirements Understand the problem first Define the business need Situation statements and moving to requirements Understanding requirement types Business requirements Stakeholder/User Requirements Solution Requirements Functional Requirements Non-Functional Requirements Assumptions and Constraints Discussions: Requirement problems, business needs, and identifying non-functional requirements Discovering Stakeholders Definition of a stakeholder Stakeholder types Identifying stakeholders Performing stakeholder analysis Stakeholders and requirements Tips for identifying stakeholders Grouping stakeholders Creating a RACI model Tips for analyzing stakeholders Documenting results of stakeholder analysis Workshop: Discovering stakeholders Preparing for Requirements Elicitation Planning for elicitation Benefits of elicitation planning What do you plan? The elicitation plan Setting objectives for elicitation Determining the scope for elicitation Establishing pre-work Determining the outputs for the session The iterative nature of elicitation Elicitation roles Elicitation planning techniques Discussions: Who to involve in elicitation, planning impacts, and unplanned elicitation Workshop: Planning for elicitation Conduct Requirements Elicitation Elicitation skillset Types of elicitation techniques Using active listening in elicitation Techniques for performing elicitation Benchmarking/Market Analysis Brainstorming Business Rules Analysis Collaborative Games Concept Modeling Data Mining Data Modeling Document Analysis Focus Groups Interface Analysis Interviews Observation Process Modeling Prototyping Survey or Questionnaire Workshops Write Effective Requirements Elicitation and Analysis Requirements related issues Implications of bad requirements Elicitation and documentation Writing skillset Documenting requirements Modeling requirements Defining the project life cycle Impact of project life cycle on documentation Requirements specifications Characteristics of good requirements Guidelines for writing textual requirements Structuring a requirement Writing pitfalls Traceability Requirements attributes Risks associated to requirements Discussions: Project Life Cycle and Correcting Poorly Written Requirements Workshops: Documenting Requirements and Identify Characteristics of Good Requirements Confirm and Communicate Elicitation Requirements Business analysis communication Requirements communication Communication skills The 7 Cs Timing of communication Planning communication Importance of Collaboration Planning collaboration Documenting communication/collaboration needs Confirming elicitation results Verify requirements Characteristics of good requirements (revisited) Requirements checklist Requirements validation Signing off on requirements Discussions: Responsibility for Communication, Eliciting Communication Needs, Validation Signoff Workshops: Communicating Requirements and Obtaining Signoff Evaluate the Solution Business analyst role in solution evaluation Why solutions under perform What we are looking for in solution evaluation When does solution evaluation occur Performing solution evaluation Planning solution evaluation Metrics that might exist Evaluating long term performance Qualitative vs. quantitative measures Tools & techniques used in solution evaluation Comparing expected to actuals When solution evaluation discovers a variance Tools/techniques for analyzing variances Proposing a recommendation Communicating results of solution evaluation Discussion: Addressing Variance Wrap up and Next Steps Useful books and links on writing effective requirements BABOK© Guide Business Analysis for Practitioners: A Practice Guide Additional course details: Nexus Humans BA04 - Eliciting and Writing Effective Requirements training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the BA04 - Eliciting and Writing Effective Requirements course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for intermediate business and requirements analysts who are looking to improve their business case development and presentation skills. This course is also a great fit for project managers and product owners who work closely with business analysts or who perform some form of business case work themselves. Overview Understand the role of the business analyst within the business case process Understand the main professional associations and standards that support business analysts in the industry Discuss the benefits of business case creation Explore how to define the business need Describe the role of the business analyst in supporting the enterprise to determine how to optimally invest in the right project initiatives Explain how to identify stakeholders and the significance to the pre-project activities Discuss the importance of analyzing the enterprise Describe and explore the activities performed to assess the current business environment Explain how a business analyst describes a ?future? state environment including how to identify gaps in enterprise capabilities Present and explore how to define the scope of a solution Describe the activities performed and techniques used to determine viable solution options Explore various techniques for evaluating solution options including feasibility and risk analysis Thoroughly understand the purpose of conducting a feasibility assessment Discuss and practice a number of business analysis techniques that support the business case process Explore the components of a business case Describe how the business case supports decision makers in making go/no-go decisions Demonstrate how to assemble the output from pre-project activities into a well-structured business case Present techniques for presenting business cases to top level managers and obtaining buy-in Discuss methods for preparing for challenges during business case delivery Students learn the steps to effective business case development and support your strategic business recommendations with sound budgeting and financial back-up. The one course you need to make high-impact recommendations and receive full management support for your ideas. Introduction Module Learning Objectives What is Business Analysis Polling Question International Institute of Business Analysis BABOK© Guide Components Project Management Institute Business Analysis for Practitioners: A Practice Guide BABOK© Guide Knowledge Areas Benefits of Business Analysis Polling Question A Business Analyst can Influence Project Success Factors Challenges of Business Analysis Polling Question Purpose of a Business Case Exercise 1a: What Should a Business Case Include Define the Business Case Elements What to Look Out For Who is Involved Exercise 1b: Review Business Case Outline Module Learning Objectives Pre-Project Activities & the Business Analyst Module Learning Objectives The Definition of a Business Analyst The Role of a Business Analyst Responsibilities of a BA BA Role vs. PM Role Business Analysis vs. Systems Analysis Business Analysis Competencies Polling Question Business Analyst Role and Stakeholders Exercise 2a: Review the Case Study What is a Stakeholder? The Importance of Stakeholders Stakeholder Identification Tips for Identifying Stakeholders Other Stakeholder Tips Stakeholder Identification/Analysis Exercise 2b: Identify Roles and Responsibilities Stakeholder Map Stakeholder Matrix & Onion Diagrams A Stakeholder Map Onion Diagram Exercise 2c: Why do we Need to Understand the Enterprise? Why Study the Enterprise? What is Enterprise Architecture? What is Strategy Analysis? About Strategy Analysis Purpose of Strategy Analysis When to Perform Strategy Analysis Strategic Planning Module Summary The Needs Assessment Process Module Learning Objectives Business Need Defined Define Business Need The Needs Assessment Process Problem or Opportunity Exercise 3a: Problem/Opportunity Identification Understanding Why Situation Statements Business Need and Current State Determine the Stakeholders Polling Question Goals and Objectives Polling Question Exercise 3b: Give 3 Examples of Business Goals Define Business Need Techniques Exercise 3c: Identify the Business Need Definition of Strategy Analysis When Business Strategy is not Driving Project Definition Typical Project Profile The Executive Paradox Solution to the Paradox Exercise 3d: Describe 3 Outcomes You Would Expect from the Case Study The Four ?Ares? Understand How to Create a Business Model Business Model Example Exercise 3e: Create a Business Model The Business Case Approach Financial and Strategic Measurement Tools Module Summary Determining the Required Capabilities & Defining Solution Scope Module Learning Objectives Business Need and Current State Purpose of Analyzing the Current State Analyzing Current Capabilities and Process Capabilities Defined Techniques for Analyzing the Current State Define the Future State Techniques for Defining the Future State Assess Capability Gaps Stakeholders Involved when Reviewing Capability Gaps Discussion: Assessing New Capabilities Defining Solution Scope Determining Scope Boundary How to Define Solution Scope Defining Solution Scope Project Scope and Product Scope Scope Modeling Techniques Used to Define Scope Define Scope Boundaries Modeling Scope: Context Diagram Exercise 4a: Create a Context Diagram from the Case Study Communicating Solution Scope to Stakeholders Stakeholders Participating in Scope Activities Exercise 4b: Discuss Managing Expectations Module Summary Assessing Feasibility & Proposing Solution Options Module Learning Objectives Financial Analysis Purpose of Financial Analysis Costs versus Benefits Financial Models Timing for Assessing Financial Benefits Risk Assessing Risks Risk Process Exercise 5a: Identifying Risks Risk Analysis Capturing and Categorizing Risks Risk Strategies Tolerance for Risk Determining Solution Options Solution Option Process Determining and Analyzing Solution Options Brainstorming Conducting an Outcomes Focused Brainstorming Session Stakeholders Involved in Determining Solution Options Exercise 5b: Determining Solution Options Feasibility Analysis Discussion: Ranking Solution Options Discussion: Recommending the Most Viable Option Exercise 5c: Assess the Most Viable Options Solution Approach Definition Exercise 5d: Review the Business Case Templates Module Summary Packaging & Presenting the Business Case Module Learning Objectives Circumventing a Business Case Documenting the Business Case Value of the Business Case Process Business Case Components Business Case Techniques Build a Convincing Business Case Discussion: Identifying Decision Criteria Exercise 6a: Supporting a Go/No Go Decision Packaging the Business Case Planning Business Case Delivery Discussion: Planning Stakeholder Buy-in Information and Communication Needs in the Business Case Process Presenting your Business Case Exercise 6b: Anticipating and Responding to Challenges Module Summary Course Wrap Up Course Summary Questions Additional Resources Thank You Additional course details: Nexus Humans BA03 - Writing Effective Business Cases training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the BA03 - Writing Effective Business Cases course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Getting Started BA (Hons) Business and Management focuses on gaining practical knowledge in management. This program supports the learner to acquire the skills needed to manage a business organisation, such as communication, decision-making, and problem-solving. BA (Hons) Business and Management aims to make the learners aware of the various day-to-day operations and activities in a business organisation. Also, it aims for the students to understand the effective management of the business. In this qualification, learners will have the chance to study International Business. After completing this program, a learner will acquire the skills to make a prompt decisions in a competitive, changing business world. Besides, the qualification will help the student understand the techniques of modern business, and further, this course will provide knowledge to become a successful businessman in the contemporary world. Learners will bridge the gap between theory and practice upon completing the programme. The course improves the chances of progression in a career and helps the learner to manage the activities in a business organisation. The program comprises two phases; the first is the Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Business Management awarded by Qualifi and delivered by School of Business and Technology London. The second phase is the BA (Hons) Business and Management Top Up, delivered and awarded online by Anglia Ruskin University. At Anglia Ruskin University, you will study through Canvas, a world-class online Learning Management System (LMS), accessed from your phone, PC or tablet at home or on the move. Canvas provides instant access to study materials, forums, and support from tutors and classmates, as well as enabling easy submission of your assignments. After successfully completing your studies, you'll be invited to attend a graduation ceremony on campus at Anglia Ruskin University. If attending the ceremony in person is not possible, we'll arrange to send your certificate to you. School of Business and Technology London partners with Chestnut Education Group to promote this programme. About Awarding Body Anglia Ruskin University began in 1858 as the Cambridge School of Art founded by William Beaumont. It was then merged with the Cambridge shire College of Arts and Technology and the Essex Institute of Higher Education and was renamed Anglia Polytechnic. It was then given university status in 1992 and renamed Anglia Ruskin University in 2005. The university has campuses in the UK (Cambridge, Chelmsford, London and Peterborough), as well as they are partnered with institutions around the world including Berlin, Budapest, Trinidad, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. Assessment Assignments and Project No examinations Entry Requirements Applicants are required to have the following entry requirements: A level or Equivalent Minimum 1 Year of Business Management work experience Further, candidates are also required to demonstrate their English language proficiency. Learners must request before enrolment to interchange unit(s) other than the preselected units shown in the SBTL website because we need to make sure the availability of learning materials for the requested unit(s). SBTL will reject an application if the learning materials for the requested interchange unit(s) are unavailable. Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete. Structure Phase 1 - QUALIFI Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Business Management Programme Structure Level 4 The Qualification is made up of 6 units. All units are mandatory and required by learners to be awarded the Level 4 Diploma in Business Management. Level 4 diploma in Business Management made up of 120 credits which equates to 1200 hours of TQT and include 480 hours of GLH. Communications in Organisations Unit Reference Number : D/507/1581 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 This unit assists managers in examining the connections between effective communication and the cultivation of workforce comprehension and commitment to change. It does so by delving into the concept of good communication practices. Leadership and the Organisation Unit Reference Number : H/507/1582 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 This unit offers learners the chance to explore the characteristics and skills essential for successful leadership comprehensively. Learners will also be equipped to contemplate the application of various leadership theories and models to specific scenarios and understand the methods for developing leadership skills. Financial Awareness Unit Reference Number : M/507/1584 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 This unit is crafted to acquaint learners with the nature, role, and significance of financial information within organisations, specifically focusing on the managerial viewpoint. Managing Change Unit Reference Number : A/507/1586 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 This unit delves into the planning, implementation, and evaluation of change. It strongly emphasises involving those directly impacted, seeking their insights, knowledge, commitment, and ownership in the change process. Business Operations Unit Reference Number : F/507/1587 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 This unit centres on the proficient and resourceful planning and supervision of work activities. It equips learners with the competence to devise, enact, and modify operational plans to enhance effectiveness and efficiency while allowing for designing and overseeing suitable systems to ensure product and service quality. Developing Teams Unit Reference Number : J/507/1588 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 This unit centres on establishing, growing, and reinforcing teams to enable them to attain their goals and objectives. Learners are tasked with recognising the skills and potential of team members, and they should create avenues for team members to acquire new skills and experiences.   Level 5 The Qualification is made up of 6 units. All units are mandatory and required by learners to be awarded the Level 5 Diploma in Business Management Responding to the Changing Business Environment Unit Reference Number : R/507/1612 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 The central focus of this unit revolves around the evolving dynamics among business, government, and their constituents, leading to a landscape that presents both prospects and challenges for contemporary organisations. Profoundly grasping the organisational implications of these trends enables managers to adapt constructively to the shifting socio-economic milieu. Effective Decision Making Unit Reference Number : Y/507/1513 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 This unit will examine diverse approaches to corporate decision-making, encompassing the decision implementation process and effectively utilising knowledge within organisations. Business Development Unit Reference Number : D/507/1614 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 The primary objective of this unit is to equip learners with the essential knowledge and skills required for researching a market and formulating a development strategy, which may involve launching a new business model, establishing a new enterprise, or introducing a fresh product or service line. Business Models and Growing Organisations Unit Reference Number : H/507/1615 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 This unit delves into the growth journey of small businesses, the factors contributing to their success, and the optimal management of available growth opportunities. This comprehensive exploration will enhance the learner's comprehension of rapidly expanding organisations in the economy's private and social sectors. Customer Management Unit Reference Number : K/507/1616 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 This unit's primary goal is to give learners a profound understanding of customer behaviour. It will foster skills development and empower learners to employ tools and strategies organisations can utilise to enhance customer retention and cultivate stronger customer relationships. Risk Management and Organisations Unit Reference Number : T/507/1618 TQT : 200 Credit : 20 In this unit, learners will engage in the process of constructing risk profiles and devising risk management strategies for specific case studies. These case studies, accessible online, will serve as illustrative examples of the varied approaches organisations employ when addressing change.   Phase 2 - BA (Hons) Business and Management Programme Structure Strategic Management Sustainability and Responsible Business Marketing Communications Business Management Undergraduate Major Project Delivery Methods The program comprises two phases; the first is the Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Business Management awarded by Qualifi and delivered by School of Business and Technology London. The School of Business and Technology London offers flexible learning methods, including online and blended learning, allowing students to choose the mode of study that suits their preferences and schedules. The program is self-paced and facilitated through an advanced Learning Management System. Students can easily interact with tutors through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System for course material discussions, guidance, assistance, and assessment feedback on assignments. School of Business and Technology London provides exceptional support and infrastructure for online and blended learning. Students benefit from dedicated tutors who guide and support them throughout their learning journey, ensuring a high level of assistance. The second phase is the BA (Hons) Business and Management Top Up, delivered and awarded online by Anglia Ruskin University. At Anglia Ruskin University, you will study through Canvas, a world-class online Learning Management System (LMS), accessed from your phone, PC or tablet at home or on the move. Canvas provides instant access to study materials, forums, and support from tutors and classmates, as well as enabling easy submission of your assignments. After successfully completing your studies, you'll be invited to attend a graduation ceremony on campus at Anglia Ruskin University. If attending the ceremony in person is not possible, we'll arrange to send your certificate to you. School of Business and Technology London partners with Chestnut Education Group to promote this programme. Resources and Support School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently. Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal. How does the Online Learning work at SBTL? We at SBTL follow a unique approach which differentiates us from other institutions. Indeed, we have taken distance education to a new phase where the support level is incredibly high.Now a days, convenience, flexibility and user-friendliness outweigh demands. Today, the transition from traditional classroom-based learning to online platforms is a significant result of these specifications. In this context, a crucial role played by online learning by leveraging the opportunities for convenience and easier access. It benefits the people who want to enhance their career, life and education in parallel streams. SBTL's simplified online learning facilitates an individual to progress towards the accomplishment of higher career growth without stress and dilemmas. How will you study online? With the School of Business & Technology London, you can study wherever you are. You finish your program with the utmost flexibility. You will be provided with comprehensive tutor support online through SBTL Support Desk portal. How will I get tutor support online? School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal, through which our support team liaise with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receive a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and to streamline all the support process efficiently. Learners should expect to receive a response on queries like guidance and assistance within 1 - 2 working days. However, if the support request is for assessment feedback, learners will receive the reply with feedback as per the time frame outlined in the Assessment Feedback Policy.

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