Certificate in Business Analyst
Program
PROGRAM CURRENTLY UNDER REVISION: NEW PROGRAM STARTS SPRING 2011
Learn how to identify business problems and develop strategies to solve them in the Business Analyst Certificate. In the Business Analyst Certificate, you will develop an applied understanding of the contemporary concepts, practical knowledge and skills needed to work in a business analyst role.
Business analysis is a complex and multifaceted endeavor that requires knowledge and techniques to identify business needs and determine solutions. In today's complex and continuously shifting business atmosphere, businesses must be able to identify their problems and determine solutions effectively and efficiently. Business analysts are uniquely poised to assist businesses. Whether it is process improvement or organizational change, business analysts can be vital partners in helping businesses reach their goals. The business analyst courses in this program will help you develop practical skills that can be immediately applied.
The Business Analyst Certificate consists of four required courses totaling 90 hours of lecture and discussion. 9.0 Continuing Education Units will be awarded.
Program Objective
Upon completion of the program, you will:
- Understand the process needed to identify business problems
- Be able to identify the set of tasks, knowledge and techniques required to identify business needs
- Understand the role of business analyst as a member of the team(s)
- Be ready to communicate necessary requirements for problem solving
- Be able to work as a liaison among stakeholders to validate requirements for change
- Be able to recommend solutions that enable organizations to achieve their goals
- Understand cost/benefit of implementing systems to provide business value
Who Should Attend
- Senior executives
- Managers of business analysis professionals
- Business analysis professionals
- Project managers
- Managers/Trainers of business analysis and related topics
- Consultants and business subject matter experts
- Employees with high potential
- Individuals seeking a career change
- Systems analysts
- Graduates of business management programs
Eligibility
Three years of prior business experience and/or a bachelor's degree is strongly suggested.
Contact Veronica Martinez, 657.278.3123, vmartinez@fullerton.edu