Business Analyst Community

What is Business Analysis? | Introductory Talk & Discussion

Join us for an insightful 20-minute presentation exploring the foundations of Business Analysis—perfect for those new to the field or anyone looking to refresh their understanding of the BA role in modern organisations.

📌 What you'll learn:

• What business analysis is (and what it isn’t)
• The evolving role of the business analyst
• How BAs contribute to change and value delivery
• The POPIT model and how BAs analyse people, processes, and tech
• Why business analysis is relevant beyond just IT

Who should attend?

• Aspiring or new business analysts
• Project managers, product owners, or developers working with BAs
• Anyone curious about how organisations navigate change effectively

The session will include a short talk followed by a friendly Q&A and open discussion. Whether you're thinking about entering the field or just want to sharpen your BA thinking

Date: 01/05/2025
Time: 7pm
Location: Online

What Makes a Good Business Analyst?
Join us for a 20-minute presentation and discussion on what really makes a business analyst effective in their role. Whether you are new to the field or looking to reflect on your own development, this session will explore the qualities, knowledge and techniques that define a strong BA.

We will cover:

• The core personal qualities of a good business analyst
• The importance of business knowledge and domain understanding
• Key professional techniques including stakeholder analysis and business modelling
• How these skills apply in real project scenarios
• Ideas for developing and strengthening your own capabilities

The talk will be followed by an open Q and A and a chance to share experiences with others in the community.

Who should attend?

• Aspiring or practising business analysts
• People working with BAs, including product managers, developers and project leads
• Anyone interested in business change and problem solving

Date: 15/05/25
Time: 7pm
Location: Online

A relaxed and informative session focused on the practical side of what a good business analyst is. We hope to see you there.

What is the BCS Business Analyst Framework?

This session will give an overview of the BCS Business Analyst Framework.

We will cover:

• An overview of the Business Analysis Service Framework
• This model outlines six key stages in delivering business analysis services:

1. Investigate Situation
2. Consider Perspectives
3. Analyse Needs
4. Evaluate Options
5. Define Requirements
6. Deliver Changes

The session will include a short presentation followed by time for questions and discussion.

Who should attend?

• Business analysts at any stage of their career
• Professionals considering formal certification
• Managers or team leads who want to better understand BA roles
• Anyone interested in career development in the business change space

Location: Online