In today’s highly competitive environment, it is essential that organizations utilize their scarce resources in a manner that results in the identification, development and implementation of solutions that address the organization’s most critical needs. Simply put, the focus must be on the cost-effective planning and implementation of projects that directly address the organization’s mission and functions.

The business analyst plays a central role in this process by identifying critical business opportunities and facilitating the gathering and analyzing of information, developing requirements, gaining consensus of both the stakeholders and implementers, and developing and overseeing a project plan to address the business opportunity. The job of business analyst is rapidly becoming a profession due to complex organizational demands and the emerging Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK®). Often, staff from other occupations, including functional specialists from human resources, financial management or information technology, provide this service. These specialists will benefit from business analysis training.

The business analyst serves a critical role as the bridge between organizational stakeholders and solution providers,including contractors.

The principles applied in the courses apply equally to government, private and nonprofit organizations.

Graduate School USA is an Endorsed Education Provider of the International Institute of Business Analysis (www.theiiba.org) and offers training recognized with Continuing Development Units (CDUs). Take four courses and receive a Certificate of Accomplishment in Business Analysis .

We are offering Certified Business Analysis Professional® Exam Prep (PGMT8023D) to help candidates achieve international certification. For more information on certification visit www.theiiba.org.

Graduate School USA schedules on-site or online training that is customized for your organization.