Agile Business Analyst Practitioner (AgileBA®) – Self-Paced Online Training (E-Learning)

Business Analysis is a method used to investigate the internal systems of an enterprise, to discover where changes can be made for the purpose of development. The AgileBA® Practitioner Training Program equips individuals with an in-depth understanding of business analysis within an Agile environment. As businesses increasingly adopt Agile methodologies, the relevance of Agile business analysis skills becomes paramount, ensuring projects are aligned with business needs and delivered efficiently.

The Agile Business Analyst Practitioner (AgileBA®) Program is architected to offer a comprehensive understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Business Analyst working within an Agile delivery environment. This program can be advantageous for a wide range of professionals, including:

• Business Analysts
• Project Managers
• Agile Team Members
• Stakeholders
• Product Owners and Product Managers
• Consultants & Coaches
• Quality Assurance Professionals
• IT Professionals

For the AgileBA® Practitioner training program, participants typically require the AgileBA® Foundation certification. Some prior experience in Business Analysis, although not mandatory, aids in understanding the role's intricacies in an Agile context more effectively.

Mastering in this Agile Business Analysis Certification is crucial for professionals aiming to enhance project outcomes and deliver value in fast-paced Agile projects. It is especially relevant for Business Analysts, Project Managers, and Agile team members who seek to ensure that business requirements are accurately identified, understood, and met throughout the Agile development.

This professional development program is designed to provide participants with applied technical skills and knowledge to effectively apply Agile business analysis techniques. Participants will acquire proficiency to navigate the complexities of Agile projects, ensuring their contributions maximise value and support continuous improvement efforts within their enterprises.

This comprehensive program is accredited by APMG

Learning Objectives

• To understand the role and responsibilities of a business analyst in an Agile delivery environment
• To master Agile business analysis techniques and tools
• To enhance communication and collaboration within Agile teams
• To develop the skills to manage stakeholders’ expectations and requirements in a dynamic project environment
• To develop the ability to contribute to Agile project adaptations focusing on delivering business value

Module 1: Modelling

• What is a Model?
• Modelling Perspectives
• Modelling Techniques for the Agile BA
• Business Domain Model (Class Diagram)
• Business Process Diagram (Swim Lanes)
• Context (Scoping) Diagram
• Customer Journey Mapping
• Impact Mapping
• Rich Picture
• Storyboards / Wireframes
• Use Cases
• Modelling and the DSDM Principles

Module 2: Timeboxing and Iterative Development

• Types of Timebox
• Key Steps in a DSDM Structured Timebox
• Timeboxing – Daily Stand-Up
• Team Board (Kanban)
• Burn Down Chart
• Timeboxing – Wider Context
• Agile BA’S Role in a Timebox
• Iterative Development
• Quality in Iterative Development
• Approaches to Iterative Development
• Solution Focus
• Horizontal Approach
• Vertical Approach
• Combined Approach
• Agile BA’s Role in Iterative Development

Module 3: Requirements of Planning and Estimating Throughout the Lifecycle

• Requirements Planning Through the Lifecycle
• Feasibility
• Foundations
• Requirements During Timeboxes
• Prioritised Requirements List (PRL)
• Estimating within a DSDM Project
• Estimates and Requirements Detail
• Planning Poker
• Estimating Workshop

Module 4: Requirements of Lifecycle in an Agile Project

• Agile Approach to Requirements
• Role of the Agile BA
• Lifecycle of a Requirement
• Elicitation
• Analysis
• Validation
• Documentation
• Management
• Requirements in the DSDM Process
• Transitioning to Agile Business Analysis
• Balance Between Approaches

The Agile Business Analysis (AgileBA®) Practitioner Examination evaluates candidates' proficiency in applying business analysis principles and methodologies within agile delivery environments. This certification assesses practical competencies in analysing and addressing business requirements throughout agile project lifecycles.

• Question Format: Multiple Choice
• Total Questions: 4 (each worth 20 marks)
• Total Marks: 80
• Passing Threshold: 50% (40/80 Marks)
• Time Allocation: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Reference Materials: Open book