1. INTRODUCTION: THE NEED FOR BUSINESS ANALYSIS
The importance of the holistic view and of taking a holistic approach
The business case for business analysis
2. THE BREADTH AND DEPTH OF THE BA ROLE
Business analysis and the business change lifecycle
Approaches to delivery of change
Stakeholder identification, engagement and management
Planning and estimating the business analysis work
Strategic analysis, problem finding and contributing to the business case
Requirements analysis, documentation and validation
Solution evaluation and benefits realisation
Understanding other disciplines
Beyond projects: The many flavours of business analysis
4. FRAMEWORKS, TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES
Frameworks: Avoiding painting by numbers
Commonly used tools and techniques
Progression through the BA career
Continuing professional development and community contribution
What next? Progression beyond the BA role
Summary: BA career trajectory diagram
Searching the market and securing an interview
Case study 1: From biochemistry to a portfolio career
Case study 2: Entrepreneurial business analysis
Case study 3: From business role to business analyst to managing director
Case study 4: From business role to agile business analysis
Case study 5: From astrophysics to BA leader