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PROFESSIONAL IN BUSINESS ANALYSIS (PBA)
Build the business analysis and project delivery skills your organization actually needs.
- UK Licensed
- Global Standards
- Expert Instructor
- 5 Day Training
- Overview
Course Overview
Most project teams are running initiatives without anyone properly managing the requirements and analysis side of them. Business objectives get misinterpreted early. Stakeholder needs never get formally documented. Project sponsors push delivery forward without structured business analysis behind them, and the gap between what was scoped and what actually gets built keeps widening.
That gap between having a project analyst on a team and running one that actively manages requirements, solution alignment, and project outcomes is exactly what Professionals in Business Analysis exist to close. The course covers the PMI Professional in Business Analysis framework, business analysis project management controls, and how to produce documentation that drives real solution value. It sits within the Global Industries Intelligence training portfolio alongside SAP ERP programming, tech certifications, and analytics programs. New to business analysis training or looking to formalize existing project analyst experience, this PBA certification program gives you the structure to get there.
- Goals
Course Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the Professional in Business Analysis framework as it applies to project analysis and requirements management
- Plan and implement business analysis training programs aligned to PMI certification standards
- Apply PBA training methodologies, elicitation techniques, and business analysis project management practices across different project contexts
- Identify requirements gaps and communicate findings effectively to project stakeholders
- Support project analyst certification pathways through consistent business analysis practices
- Work toward the Professional in Business Analysis qualification through accredited pathways
- Key Points
Who Should Attend?
This program is for:
- Business Analysis and Project Professionals
- IT, Delivery, and Requirements Management Professionals
- Project and Program Managers
- Senior Leaders and Business Unit Heads
- Consultants Managing Client-Side Projects
- Operations and Process Improvement Managers
- Key Benefits
Key Benefits of the Course
- Get practical PBA training knowledge applicable across financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and government
- Build confidence to run professional business analyst certification programs without leaning on external consultants
- Strengthen project analyst training capability with techniques that hold up under real delivery pressure
- Understand what PMI assessors look for in the PBA certification process and how to produce documentation that satisfies them
- Earn a Global Industries Intelligence credential and progress toward your Professional in Business Analysis qualification
- Access the training calendar for continued growth across SAP ERP programming, tech certifications, and leadership programs
- Outline
Course Outline
Day 1: Introduction to Business Analysis and the PBA Framework
- Covers the Professional in Business Analysis framework from the ground up, its structure, and what each domain means for project analysts
- Focuses on practical application rather than theory alone, built for those working through PBA certification preparation
- Real project failures are brought in to show what happens when business analysis is treated as a paperwork exercise
Day 2: Needs Assessment and Requirements Elicitation
- Covers needs assessment methodology, elicitation techniques, and how to build a requirements inventory reflecting actual project conditions
- Participants work through how to identify analysis gaps and prioritize elicitation activities based on real project risk
- The output of this day is a practical requirements approach that participants can apply to their own projects straight away
Day 3: Stakeholder Engagement and Requirements Traceability
- Covers stakeholder engagement methodology and how to map influence and interest across a project environment
- Traceability strategies are designed to keep requirements connected to business objectives throughout delivery
- Role-play scenarios run throughout, so participants practice real stakeholder conversations
Day 4: Business Analysis Project Management and Solution Evaluation
- Covers business analysis project management techniques and how to apply PBA frameworks across delivery cycles
- Participants learn to evaluate solution performance within existing project constraints
- Requirements reporting and producing output that drives genuine corrective action are both addressed
Day 5: PBA Exam Preparation and Program Management
- Commonly tested PBA certification areas are reviewed with practice scenarios and honest feedback
- Participants work through building a complete professional business analyst certification program
- Everyone leaves with a structured plan and a clear picture of their PBA certification pathway
- Terms
Training Methodology
This Professional in Business Analysis program combines:
- Practical PBA training workshops covering requirements management, elicitation, and stakeholder engagement
- Real project failure case studies and requirements gap analysis
- Hands-on business analysis project management exercises with peer review
- Group discussions drawing on cross-industry project analyst training experience
- Structured PBA certification preparation and program development guidance
- Achievements
Certification
Participants receive a course completion certificate from the Global Industries Intelligence Corporate & Industrial Training Center. The program prepares you for the Professional in Business Analysis qualification through accredited pathways. In-house training is available for organizations looking to train entire project analysis teams. Contact us for upcoming dates across the Global Industries Intelligence training calendar.
- Case Study
Case Study Example
A mid-sized technology firm had been running product delivery programs for years without a formal project analyst structure. Elicitation techniques had never been applied consistently, and nobody had completed a proper needs assessment before any major initiative was launched. After a structured Professional in Business Analysis program, the requirements process was rebuilt properly. In the following delivery cycle, solution adoption improved significantly across the portfolio. The project analyst stopped treating requirements drift as something outside their control.
- Why Choose
Why Choose This Program?
Business analysis training that remains theoretical is of little use to someone responsible for real project outcomes in a real organization. The Global Industries Intelligence Professional in Business Analysis program is built around practical scenarios, honest preparation, and skills that transfer directly into the job. New to PBA certification work or looking to raise the quality of a project analysis program you already run, this PBA training gives you what the work actually requires. Contact us for upcoming dates or explore in-house training options. You may also be interested in our SAP ERP programming courses, tech certifications, and other professional training courses available within the Global Industries Intelligence training calendar.
- Connect
Contact Us
Ready to enroll or explore in-house training for your project analysis and delivery team? Contact us for upcoming dates across the Global Industries Intelligence training calendar and solutions tailored to your industry.
- FAQs
Fequently Asked Questions
What is the Professional in Business Analysis program?
It prepares project analysts to manage requirements programs covering needs assessment, elicitation, stakeholder engagement, and business analysis project management aligned to PMI PBA certification standards.
Who should attend this PBA training course?
Anyone managing requirements or project analysis across project environments, including IT professionals, project managers, and senior leaders, is moving into formal professional business analyst certification roles.
How long does it take to complete the PBA certification?
The training runs over five days. Most participants spend a few additional weeks on preparation before sitting the PBA certification assessment. The program gives you a clear timeline so you know exactly what to expect.
Can I apply these skills immediately after the course?
Yes. Every day is built around real project scenarios, so you leave with a working framework you can take straight back into your organization. You do not need to wait for certification to start using what you learned.
Is in-house training available for teams?
Yes. Global Industries Intelligence offers in-house delivery for organizations looking to train entire project analysis teams. Contact us for corporate group arrangements and tailored scheduling options.
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Course Schedule
Select your preferred date & venue
10 Feb -- 14 Feb
The Netherlands
GBP 4595/Person
26 May -- 30 May
Japan
GBP 4595/Person
25 Aug -- 29 Aug
Jordan
GBP 4595/Person
30 Nov -- 4 Dec
Turkey
GBP 4595/Person
GBP 3595/Person
10 Feb -- 14 Feb
The Netherlands
GBP 3595/Person
26 May -- 30 May
Japan
GBP 3595/Person
25 Aug -- 29 Aug
Jordan
GBP 3595/Person
30 Nov -- 4 Dec
Turkey
GBP 3595/Person
Duration
5 Days