One of the fastest growing professions today, business analysts are the agents of change who help organizations achieve their business objectives. Through effective data analysis, business analysts work to improve business processes, products, services and software, bridging the gap between business and IT to help organizations achieve better business outcomes at the strategic, tactical and operational level. Standards for the practice of Business Analysis are set by the A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge® (BABOK® Guide), published by theInternational Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®), which offers 6 different business analysis certifications. By 2025, the market value of the business analysis field is expected to double $103.65 billion and job growth is expected to increase by 14%, signs that demand and opportunities for those with business analysis skills will only increase. This program is taught by experienced certified business analysts and is fully aligned with A Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge® (BABOK® Guide – IIBA®), as well as the Business Analysis for Practitioners: A Practical Guide, published by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. The BABOK® Guide describes business analysis knowledge areas, tasks, underlying competencies, techniques and perspectives on how to approach business analysis. Required Courses: Situated in the heart of Montreal on the main campus of one of Canada’s leading universities, the McGill School of Continuing Studies offers innovative programs that aim to help adult learners gain the skills they need to launch their careers, advance their current careers or switch into a whole new field. With over 70 programs in more than 25 subjects such as marketing, management, human resources, accounting, finance, data science and AI, the School is dedicated to creating skilled, future-ready leaders who can thrive in a rapidly changing world.Business Analysis: Career Spotlight
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Salaries: Business Analyst
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