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This course is for anyone interested in business analysis, regardless of their prior experience.
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Beginner level
This course is for anyone interested in business analysis, regardless of their prior experience.
Gain an understanding of basic concepts and principles of business analysis.
Learn to explain the role of a business analyst within an organization.
Identify and analyze business problems and stakeholders in a project.
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If you're interested in a career in business analysis but don't know where to start, you've arrived at the right place!
This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in Business Analysis. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the field of Business Analysis. This course is part of a series that offers a good starting point for a career in business analysis. It will help you gain knowledge and skills related to essential business analysis concepts, principles, practical methods, and the responsibilities associated with business analysis. This course also gets you one step closer to the Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals Certificate, which requires no degree or prior experience. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Describe basic concepts and principles of business analysis • Explain the role of a business analyst within an organization • Identify and analyze a business problem • Identify and analyze stakeholders in a business project
In this module, you’ll explore the essential ideas and rules behind business analysis, including the core concepts and practical methods used in this field. You’ll discover the important responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, and see how it plays a key part in making important decisions and keeping everyone on the same page.
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In this module, you will develop the skills to recognize and understand business problems. You'll learn ways to carefully look at and analyze problems so that you can suggest good solutions and contribute to making smart decisions.
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As you work your way through this module, you’ll focus on the people involved in a business project and learn how to identify their interests, expectations, and how much they can influence the project.
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In this module, you’ll put your skills into practice. You’ll reflect on the key learning points that you reviewed during the course and complete the final assessment and hands-on activity.
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Reviewed on Jul 4, 2024
Some of the information was wrong pertaining to quizzes. Also, most videos didn't have subtitles. Other than that, the information I'd learned was valuable.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2025
I found this course easy to follow and understand. A little challenging at times because of the massive volume of information. Overall very happy with it.
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2024
Very crucial course for anyone interested in this problem solving career - A Business Analyst
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This program is for you:
· If you want to start or switch to a career in the field of business analysis.
· If you are interested in the field of business analysis, just beginning to work with business analyst solutions and services. Earning a Microsoft Business Analyst certificate can help advance your career or help you address gaps in your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
You don’t need any background knowledge to take this Professional Certificate. Whether you’re just starting out or a professional in a relevant field, this program can be the right fit for you.
Whether you’re looking to start a new career or change your current one, Professional Certificates help you become job ready. Apply your new skills on hands-on projects that showcase your expertise to potential employers and earn a career credential to kickstart your new career.
Business Analysts play a crucial role in guiding organizations through data-driven decision making. They analyze, interpret, and document business processes and data, providing insights to shape strategic decisions.
Prepare for a career in the high demand field of business analysis. The business analysis skills you learn in this program prepare you for an entry-level role as a business analyst. This program also prepares you for a variety of entry-level roles that require data-driven problem-solving and strategic planning.
This course is completely online. You can access your lessons, readings, and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
Yes. We highly recommend taking the courses of each certificate program in the order they are presented. The content in the courses builds on information from earlier courses. The final course contains a practice exam that assesses your knowledge of the content covered in the previous courses. As such, it makes the most sense to take the courses in the order they are presented.
It typically takes 3 months to complete the 6 courses. But some learners may go through the content faster.
When you complete this Professional Certificate, you’ll have an understanding of the fundamental concepts of business analysis and how they apply to an enterprise environment including:
· Proficiency in identifying, analyzing, and documenting business issues with diverse techniques.
· Skills in business process modeling and data visualization using Microsoft Excel.
· Capability in conducting assessments and validating solutions against requirements.
· Effective communication and change management strategies.
You’ll also be prepared to take the Microsoft PL-900 exam: Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals.
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The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Certificate, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
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