Hands-On Agile Coaching | Hands-On Practical Technical Business Analysis

Course Overview

The Technical Business Analyst Training program is designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge required to bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions. The course covers essential topics such as Business Analysis Fundamentals, Agile Methodologies, System Design, Data Analysis, and more. Through hands-on assignments and practical examples, participants will gain the expertise needed to excel in dynamic business environments and contribute effectively to project success.

Key Topics Covered :

Introduction to Technical Business Analysis & Key Concepts

Introduction to Business Analysis, Roles & Responsibilities
1. Definition of Business Analysis (BA)
2. Role and responsibilities of a Technical Business Analyst
3. Industry insights into BA roles (Software, Finance, Healthcare)
BA Vs TBA, BA Skills, BA Life Cycle
1. Difference between Business Analyst and Technical Business Analyst
2. Types of Business Analysis (Strategic, Tactical, Operational)
3. Skills required for a TBA (communication, technical skills, problem-solving, etc.)
4. Overview of BA lifecycle (Requirements Gathering, Analysis, Design, Implementation, Testing)
BA Directives, competencies & Requirement Engineering
1. BA Directives(IT Companies Overview, Types of IT Companies (Product Development IT Companies, Application Development IT Companies), How a project gets initiated, Basic knowledge on projects, project sizes, project types, project milestone, reasons for project failure, quality audits, GANTT Charts (to track project progress),Time sheets, Server Infirmation, Document Naming Standrds, 5W-1H tool of BA,Risk analysis and management)
2. BA Competencies (BA Competency Skills) - Business Communication (3W Rule), Types of Business Communications, Supplier Management (Contract Types), Leadership qualities for BA, Typical challenges a BA face, BA Dos & Donts, Conflict Management)
3. Requirement Engineering (Enterprise Analysis (SWOT Analysis, Gap Analysis, Feasibility Study, Root cause analysis, Decision Analysis, Strategy Analysis)
Stakeholder Identification & Requirements Gathering
1. Definition of Business Analysis (BA)
2. Role and responsibilities of a Technical Business Analyst
3. Industry insights into BA roles (Software, Finance, Healthcare)
Understanding System Requirements and Documentation
1. Definition of Business Analysis (BA)
2. Role and responsibilities of a Technical Business Analyst
3. Industry insights into BA roles (Software, Finance, Healthcare)
Agile Methodology for Technical Business Analysts
1. Definition of Business Analysis (BA)
2. Role and responsibilities of a Technical Business Analyst
3. Industry insights into BA roles (Software, Finance, Healthcare)
Tools and Techniques for Requirement Management
1. Definition of Business Analysis (BA)
2. Role and responsibilities of a Technical Business Analyst
3. Industry insights into BA roles (Software, Finance, Healthcare)

Advanced Technical Skills, Testing & Implementation

Introduction to APIs
1. Introduction to APIs
2. Types of APIs & API Usage
3. Introduction to Swagger
4. API Specifications (Request, Response, Error Handling)
5. API Testing Tools
6. API Specs Mappings
7. Sample story breakdown for a new API
8. API Verification & Validation - Oauth
9. API Gateway Interface
Data Analysis and Reporting
1. Introduction to Database Modeling
2. Database Normalisation
3. Data flow diagrams & Entity Relationship diagrams
4. Introduction to data analysis and reporting
5. Types of Data: Structured vs Unstructured
6. Data visualization tools (Power BI)
7. SQL Basics: Writing queries to extract data from relational databases
8. Creating dashboards and reports for stakeholders
System Design and Technical Specifications
1. Introduction to system design and architecture (components, interfaces, integration), OOA, MVC Architecture
2. Creating technical specifications and documentation
3. UML Diagrams (Use Case, Class Diagrams, Sequence Diagrams)
4. The role of a TBA in system design
5. How to ensure scalability, performance, and security in design
Testing and Validation in Technical Projects
1. Introduction to Testing: Types of testing (Unit, Integration, User Acceptance Testing, etc.)
2. Writing test cases and scenarios based on requirements
3. Collaborating with QA teams: How to ensure all requirements are tested
4. UAT (User Acceptance Testing): Process and how to write UAT test scripts
5. Common testing tools used in software development (Selenium, JUnit)
Final Project & Review
1. Group project: Work on a comprehensive business analysis project from requirements gathering to testing.
2. Final review of key concepts: Requirements, Documentation, Testing, Agile, Data Analysis
3. Real-world scenarios and common pitfalls to avoid
4. Final Q&A and career advice for Technical Business Analysts
5. Next steps in terms of certifications (CBAP, CCBA, Agile BA, etc.)
6. Sample Profiles
7. Interview Questions
8. Mock interview

Topic Assignments

Introduction to Technical Business Analysis & Key Concepts

Identify and discuss BA roles in different industries (Software, Finance, Healthcare).

Provide students with a business scenario (e.g., a company launching a new product, or implementing a new IT system). Ask them to identify and map out how business analysis would be applied at different levels (Strategic, Tactical, Operational) for this scenario.
Create a Skills Matrix for a Tech Business Analyst, listing key technical and soft skills required. For each skill, students should:
Define the skill.
Provide an example of how it might be applied in a real-world TBA role.
Assess its importance on a scale of 1-5 (with 5 being the most important).
Students to create a process map or flowchart that outlines the full Business Analysis

BA Directives

Create a simple project charter or project initiation document (PID) outlining:
Project goals and objectives
Key stakeholders and their roles
High-level project timeline
Initial risks identified
A completed GANTT chart illustrating key project milestones, dependencies, and timelines.
5W-1H students to choose a business requirement (e.g., "Create an online payment gateway for an e-commerce website") and apply the 5W-1H tool to break down the requirement
students to create a Risk Register for a hypothetical IT project (e.g., developing a mobile app). They should:
Identify potential risks that could impact the project (e.g., scope creep, delays, technology failure).
Assess the likelihood and impact of each risk (low, medium, high).
Propose mitigation strategies for each risk

BA Competencies

Identify and describe at least three common challenges faced by Business Analysts in projects (e.g., managing stakeholder expectations, scope creep, unclear requirements).
For each challenge, provide a strategy or approach they would use to overcome it. This could include techniques like effective communication, negotiation, prioritization, or conflict resolution.
Compile a list of “Dos” and “Don’ts” for Business Analysts based on industry best practices
Research conflict management techniques that a BA can use to resolve disputes in projects (e.g., mediation, negotiation, collaboration, accommodation, avoidance).

Create a stakeholder map and outline key requirements for a sample project.

Write user stories and acceptance criteria for a sample system.

Research and provide an overview of Agile vs Waterfall methodologies in software development.

Create an Agile user story backlog and prioritize the tasks for a sample project.

Create a sample JIRA project with user stories and a backlog.
Create a functional requirements confluence page

Advanced Technical Skills, Testing & Implementation

Sample story breakdown for a new API

Write a basic SQL query and create a simple report/dashboard in Power BI

Create a simple Use Case Diagram for a hypothetical system.

Write test cases for a user story and create a basic UAT plan.

Present the final project (including BRD, FRD, User Stories, Test Cases, etc.) and receive feedback.

Why choose us?

Experienced Instructors: Our instructors are highly experienced SAFe Agilist practitioners with practical insights and best practices to share from real-world implementations.
Comprehensive Content: Our course covers all aspects of SAFe Agilist 6.0 in a structured and comprehensive manner, giving you a holistic understanding of the entire framework.
Interactive Learning: Our course is designed to be engaging, with interactive activities such as group discussions, case studies, and simulations, enabling you to grasp the concepts effectively.
Real-world Applications: We provide real-world examples and case studies to illustrate how SAFe is applied in different organizations, helping you connect the concepts with real-world scenarios.
Exam Preparation: Our course includes comprehensive exam preparation materials and practice tests, guiding you on exam strategies and helping you ace the certification exam with confidence.
24/7 Expert Support: We understand that learning doesn't stop after the class is over. Our instructors are available 24/7 to provide expert support and guidance, ensuring that you have access to assistance whenever you need it.
Post-Course Support: After completing the course, you'll have access to our online community, post-course materials, references, and updates, keeping you updated and supported in your Agile journey.

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