The Business Analytics course is designed for students and professionals who want to enter data-driven business roles without deep programming knowledge. It blends technical tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI) with business acumen to help you analyze company data, spot trends, and support strategic decisions. Ideal for those from non-technical backgrounds (BBA, BCom, MBA, etc.), this course prepares you for analyst jobs across industries like finance, marketing, operations, and HR.
This course covers how to use tools like Microsoft Excel, SQL, and Power BI to perform business-related data analysis. Starting with spreadsheet fundamentals, you'll progress to querying structured data using SQL and finally building interactive dashboards and KPI trackers using Power BI. Special attention is given to real-world business logic, problem-solving, and communication of insights.
Students will learn to interpret data trends, build compelling visuals, and translate raw numbers into business actions. The goal is not just to master tools but to become a data-driven decision-maker who can help businesses improve revenue, operations, and customer retention.
Upon completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Basic computer skills
- No prior coding or technical background required
- Interest in data, business logic, and analytics
Introduction to Business Analysis
What is Business Analysis?
Importance of Business Analysis
Key Responsibilities of a Business Analyst
Core Skills of a Business Analyst
Business Analysis Life Cycle and Phases
Stakeholder Identification and Management
Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
Critical Thinking Techniques
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Decision-Making Frameworks
Logical Reasoning and Structured Thinking
SWOT and PESTLE Analysis
Requirement Elicitation and Documentation
Techniques: Interviews, Brainstorming, Workshops, Surveys
Documenting Requirements: BRD, FRD, SRS
Writing User Stories and Acceptance Criteria
Requirement Validation and Verification
Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM)
Business Process Modeling
Process Mapping Techniques (As-Is & To-Be)
BPMN Standards and Flowcharts
Tools: MS Visio, Lucidchart
Identifying Gaps and Proposing Improvements
Agile Methodologies
Agile Values and Principles (Agile Manifesto)
Scrum Framework: Roles, Events, and Artifacts
Product Backlog and Sprint Planning
User Stories and Estimation Techniques
Agile vs Waterfall Comparison
Tools and Technologies for BAs
Microsoft Excel: Advanced Functions, Pivot Tables
SQL Basics and Queries
Power BI/Tableau for Dashboards
Jira and Confluence for Agile Management
UML Diagrams and Use Case Modeling
Data Analysis for Business Decisions
Basics of Data Analysis and Types of Data
Descriptive, Diagnostic, and Predictive Analysis
Data Cleaning and Preparation
Data Visualization Tools: Excel, Power BI, Tableau
SQL for Data Querying and Reporting
Risk Management
Identifying and Assessing Business Risks
Risk Mitigation and Control Strategies
Risk Register and Impact Analysis
Business Continuity Planning
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Effective Communication with Stakeholders
Active Listening and Empathy
Presentation and Negotiation Skills
Conflict Resolution and Team Collaboration
Capstone Project and Case Studies
Domain-specific Projects (Finance, Healthcare, IT, Retail)
Full Lifecycle BA Documentation
Project Presentations and Peer Reviews
Resume Building and Interview Preparation
This course is perfect for: