Advanced Business Analysis Strategies


Course Info

Code MG2-150

Duration 5 Days

Format Classroom

Advanced Business Analysis Strategies

Course Summary

In today's dynamic business landscape, effective Business Analysis is essential for navigating complexities and driving organisational success. This course delves into the core principles of Business Analysis, emphasising the critical role it plays in understanding business needs and translating them into actionable strategies. Participants will explore advanced techniques in strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and requirements analysis to drive innovation and sustainable growth. 


Upon completion of this 5-day training course, participants will be able to: 

  • Identify emerging business trends and align them with strategic objectives. 
  • Conduct comprehensive business needs analysis using strategic thinking and innovative techniques. 
  • Coordinate strategic and operational projects effectively, managing stakeholder expectations throughout. 
  • Elicit, analyse, and prioritise business requirements using various tools and techniques. 
  • Document and communicate concise and effective project requirements to drive successful outcomes. 

This course is suitable for a wide range of professionals, including: 

  • Experienced business analysts and strategic planners. 
  • Financial management specialists. 
  • Human resource development managers. 
  • Operational management specialists. 
  • Systems analysts and business process designers. 
  • Marketing and commercial staff. 
  • Organisational development staff. 
  • Individuals transitioning into roles related to business analysis and strategic planning. 

Course Content & Outline

Section 1: Strategic Business Analysis Fundamentals 

  • Understanding the strategic importance of Business Analysis in modern organisations. 
  • Strategic thinking techniques and their application in business needs analysis. 
  • Project initiation essentials and the project lifecycle. 
  • Stakeholder identification, management, and engagement strategies. 
  • Techniques for retrieving, organising, and eliciting project requirements. 
  • Types of business information and advanced elicitation techniques. 

Section 2: Requirements Management and Prioritisation 

  • Prioritisation techniques for project requirements based on strategic objectives. 
  • Criteria for evaluating project options and establishing project scope. 
  • Documentation, verification, and validation of project requirements. 
  • Stakeholder alignment and change management strategies. 
  • Managing project risks and identifying innovative business opportunities. 

Section 3: Project Planning and Implementation 

  • Developing actionable and practical project requirements. 
  • Implementation planning, resource allocation, and deadline management. 
  • Critical Path Method for effective project scheduling and monitoring. 
  • Addressing project creeps and delays through effective decision-making. 
  • Continuous improvement practices and innovative project management techniques. 

Section 4: Benefit Realisation and Project Evaluation 

  • Evaluating project benefits and assessing benefit realisation. 
  • Change management strategies for successful project completion. 
  • Lessons learned from project completion and best practices in project evaluation. 
  • Advanced topics in business analysis and application of analysis tools. 

Section 5: Case Studies and Practical Application 

  • Application of theoretical concepts through real-world case studies. 
  • Group discussions and exercises to reinforce learning. 
  • Practical application of business analysis techniques in various scenarios. 
  • Review and analysis of case studies to extract key insights and lessons learned. 


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