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Module 1: Business Analysis Overview
- Definition of business analysis
- Business analysis as a core competency for project success
- PMI’s increased focus on business analysis
- The project manager and business analyst relationship
- The knowledge and skills business analysts require
- Types of requirements
Module 2: The PMI-PBA® Certification Process
- The difference between a professional certificate and professional certification
- The value of professional certification
- Eligibility requirements for the PMI-PBA®
- The PMI-PBA® application process
- The PMI-PBA® exam process
Module 3: Needs Assessment
- The Importance of Needs Assessment
- Identify Problem or Opportunity
- Analyze the Situation
- Assess Current State
- Recommend Action to Address Business Needs
- Assemble the Business Case
Module 4: Business Analysis Planning
- The Importance of Planning for Business Analysis Planning
- Conduct a Stakeholder Analysis
- Define the Business Analysis Process
- Plan the Business Analysis Work
- Create the Business Analysis Plan & Gain Approval
Module 5: Requirements Elicitation
- The Importance of Requirements Elicitation
- Plan for Elicitation
- Prepare for Elicitation
- Conduct Elicitation
- Document Elicitation Results
Module 6: Requirements Analysis
- The Importance of Requirements Analysis
- Plan for Analysis
- Model & Refine Requirements
- Document Solution Requirements
- Validate/Verify/Approve Requirements
Module 7: Traceability and Monitoring
- The Importance of Traceability & Monitoring
- Approving Requirements
- Baselining Requirements
- Monitoring Requirements
- Managing Requirements Changes
Module 8: Solution Evaluation
- The Importance of Solution Evaluation
- Plan for Solution Evaluation
- Validate the Solution
- Evaluate Acceptance Criteria
- Facilitate Go/No Go Decision
- Obtain Signoff on the Solution
- Evaluate Long Term Performance
Module 9: Studying Techniques
- Studying Techniques
- Technique Definitions
- Technique Categories
- Estimating time for Studying Techniques
Module 10: Preparing for the Exam
- Developing a Study Plan
- Preparing for the Exam
- Reference Materials
- Wrap-up
Appendix
- Mock Questions/Answers
- Glossary of Terms
- Practitioners who have been performing business analysis for at least three years
- Certification prospects who are planning to take the PMI-PBA® exam in the next 3-6 months
- Students who desire to learn more about the PMI-PBA® certification exam and process
Any Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP®) considering obtaining a BA certification from PMI
Before taking this course, students should fulfill the Project Management Institute (PMI®) requirements for business analysis and general project experience. We recommend students read about these requirements in the PMI-PBA® Handbook.
- A separate application to take the PMI-PBA® examination is required. We recommend that participants begin their PMI-PBA® application before taking this course, although it is not necessary.
- We recommend students read the PMI-PBA® Handbook and PMI-PBA® Examination Content Outline prior to the course.
For maximum preparation value, students should be prepared to take the PMI-PBA® exam within 3 months of completing the prep course.
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify the business analysis tasks discussed in Business Analysis for Practitioners: A Practice Guide
- State the importance of the five business analysis domains covered by the PMI-PBA®
- Assess readiness for taking the PMI-PBA®
- Prepare effectively for the exam
- Identify other sources to assist in preparing for the PMI-PBA®
- Complete the application process