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Build the core skills of a working business analyst
A structured online course that takes you from the basics of business analysis to confident, practical use of its main techniques, with a hands-on task in every module.
- 7 structured modules
- Practical task in every module
- Agile and Waterfall covered
- Beginners and analysts welcome
- 14-day refund policy
Why business analysis is hard to learn on your own
Business analysis is one of the most in-demand professions around software projects, yet it is surprisingly hard to enter. Job descriptions list dozens of techniques, articles contradict each other, and most of what you find online covers one narrow tool without explaining where it fits.
Many people end up learning by trial and error on live projects. They write requirements that developers read in three different ways, run meetings that produce no decisions, and discover the real problem only after the solution has been built. Each of those mistakes costs time, money and credibility.
This course exists to shorten that road. It gives you a clear, proven structure for the whole discipline: how to understand a business problem, who to involve, which approach suits the project, and how to describe and manage what needs to be built.
It works for two kinds of learners. If you are new to the field, you get a complete map and a vocabulary you can use in interviews and on the job. If you already work as an analyst, you get a chance to fill gaps, check your habits against a systematic method and sharpen the skills you use every day.
What you will be able to do
Skills you can apply the day after you study each module.
- Explain the role of a business analyst
Describe what analysts do, where they sit in a project and what value they add.
- Work with stakeholders systematically
Identify the people affected by a change and plan how to involve them.
- Choose a suitable analysis approach
Compare plan-driven (Waterfall) and change-driven (Agile) ways of working and pick one for a given project.
- Analyse a business problem properly
Separate symptoms from causes and define the problem before anyone proposes a solution.
- Describe requirements clearly
Write requirements that are specific, testable and understood the same way by everyone.
- Manage requirements over time
Trace, prioritise and control changes as the project evolves.
- Support the introduction of change
Prepare people and processes so a new solution is actually adopted.
- Evaluate the results of a solution
Define success measures and judge whether a change delivered its value.
- 7
- modules
- 23
- lessons
- 7
- practical tasks, one per module
- 4,000+
- learners have taken the course
Theory that you apply straight away
Every module combines explanation with a practical assignment. You do not simply read about stakeholder analysis or requirement types; you apply them to a realistic situation and get feedback on your work online.
This matters because business analysis is a practical craft. Knowing a definition is not the same as being able to run a conversation with a sceptical manager or to turn a vague wish into a requirement a team can build. The assignments are where that difference is closed.
The course covers both major ways of organising work: the plan-driven approach, often called Waterfall, and the change-driven approach, known as Agile. You learn how each one shapes the work of an analyst, so you are not tied to a single style of team.
How the course works
The course is delivered online as a sequence of video lessons with supporting materials. You move through seven modules in order, and each one builds on the previous. A realistic pace is about two months, though you can go faster or slower depending on your schedule.
Each module ends with a practical task. You complete it using the techniques from the lessons, submit it and receive an online review, so you can see what works and what to refine before moving on.
The programme is designed for people with jobs and other commitments. Lessons are focused on one idea at a time, so you can study in short sessions on a weekday evening or in a longer block at the weekend.
The programme
Seven modules take you from the fundamentals to evaluating the results of a change. Each module includes a practical task.
1Module 1 — Foundations of business analysisThe role, the vocabulary and the big picture.3 lessons · practical task
- What a business analyst does and why it matters
- Business analysis across the life of a project
- Core concepts and shared vocabulary
2Module 2 — Working with stakeholdersFind the right people and involve them effectively.4 lessons · practical task
- Identifying everyone affected by a change
- Mapping stakeholder influence and interest
- Planning communication and collaboration
- Preparing and running elicitation conversations
3Module 3 — Choosing the analysis approachMatch the way of working to the project.3 lessons · practical task
- The plan-driven approach (Waterfall) in practice
- The change-driven approach (Agile) in practice
- Selecting an approach for the project as a whole
4Module 4 — Analysing the problemUnderstand what really needs to change.3 lessons · practical task
- Defining the business problem before the solution
- Finding causes behind visible symptoms
- Describing the current and the desired state
5Module 5 — Describing and managing requirementsTurn needs into clear, controlled requirements.4 lessons · practical task
- Types and levels of requirements
- Writing requirements that can be tested
- Prioritising and tracing requirements
- Controlling changes to requirements
6Module 6 — Implementing changeHelp a solution move from design into real use.3 lessons · practical task
- Preparing a solution for release
- Supporting people through the transition
- Dealing with resistance to change
7Module 7 — Evaluating the resultsCheck whether the change delivered its value.3 lessons · practical task
- Defining measures of success
- Assessing how the solution performs
- Recommending the next steps
What you get
- Seven modules of video lessons
A complete path through the main areas of business analysis.
- Seven practical tasks
One hands-on assignment per module to apply what you have learned.
- Online review of your work
Feedback on your practical tasks so you can improve.
- Supporting materials
Reference material for the techniques covered in the lessons.
- Coverage of two approaches
Both Agile and Waterfall ways of working explained side by side.
- Lasting access
Return to any lesson whenever you need a refresher.
- A 14-day refund policy
Try the course and decide with no pressure.
Is this course for you?
This course is for you if…
- You want to become a business analyst and need a structured starting point
- You work in IT, project management, testing or support and want to move into analysis
- You are already an analyst and want to deepen your knowledge and fill gaps
- You write or review requirements and want a more systematic method
- You prefer learning through practical tasks rather than theory alone
Probably not a fit if…
- You are looking for a programming course
- You want a quick shortcut with guaranteed job outcomes
- You are not willing to complete practical tasks
- You only need a single narrow tool rather than a complete overview
After the course
When you finish, you have a clear mental model of the whole discipline. You know the steps from understanding a problem to evaluating a result, and you can explain why each one matters.
In day-to-day work you are better prepared to ask the right questions, involve the right people and write requirements that teams can act on. You can also choose between Agile and Waterfall ways of working with a clear rationale rather than habit.
The course does not replace experience on real projects, and it does not promise a particular job or salary. What it gives you is a reliable foundation and a set of worked practical tasks that you can build on as you gain experience.
Questions before you buy
How much time do I need each week?
Plan for a few hours a week. The course is designed to be completed in about two months, but you set the pace and can move faster or slower.
Do I need previous experience?
No. The course suits complete beginners and also experienced analysts who want to strengthen their foundations. Basic familiarity with how software projects work is helpful but not required.
How does access work after payment?
Once your payment is confirmed, you receive access to the course online and can start with the first module straight away.
What format are the lessons in?
The lessons are video recordings with supporting materials, and each module includes a practical task.
Will the material stay available?
Yes. You can return to the lessons and materials whenever you want to refresh a topic.
What is the refund policy?
If the course is not right for you, you can request a refund within 14 days of purchase.
Are the practical tasks required?
They are strongly recommended. The tasks are where you turn theory into skill, and the feedback you receive is a key part of the learning.
Does the course cover Agile or Waterfall?
Both. You learn how a plan-driven and a change-driven approach differ and how to choose between them for a project.
Start building your business analysis skills
Begin the first module today and apply your first technique at work this week.