Generative AI in the daily work of a Business Analyst Training Course

This workshop is tailored for seasoned Business Analysts, Product Owners, and User Researchers aiming to master sophisticated techniques that generate tangible business value. Through interactive exercises and practical applications, participants will develop the ability to analyze complex data, streamline processes, engage stakeholders effectively, and convert strategic goals into actionable outcomes using OKRs. Upon completion, attendees will possess a robust toolkit designed to enhance their impact and deliver quantifiable results.

This programme centres on the business analyst's role to ensure success within Agile projects. Attendees will acquire skills to collaborate effectively with the Development Team, Product Owner, Scrum Master, and customers to streamline the development lifecycle. The curriculum includes a simulated project where participants practise handling common industry scenarios.

Cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA) offers a systematic approach for evaluating options by assessing the link between resource input and achieved outcomes.

This instructor-led training, available online or on-site, targets intermediate-level professionals seeking to leverage cost-effectiveness methods to drive informed, rational, and evidence-based decisions across various industries.

Upon completing this course, participants will be equipped to:

• Formulate cost-effectiveness inquiries and set evaluation benchmarks.
• Identify, categorize, and measure the relevant costs and outcomes for different situations.
• Utilize analytical frameworks to evaluate alternatives through cost-effectiveness ratios.
• Evaluate uncertainty, verify assumptions, and effectively communicate evaluation findings.

Course Delivery Format

• Guided presentations backed by real-world case studies.
• Hands-on exercises designed to strengthen analytical skills.
• Interactive problem-solving within a structured workshop setting.

Training Customization

• Tailored versions of this training can be requested to suit specific needs.

This instructor-led, live training in Kenya (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level, intermediate-level, and advanced-level individuals who wish to integrate Strategic Agility and Quality Assurance, ensuring that quality becomes a catalyst for strategy rather than a hurdle, and that agility is grounded in repeatable, high-quality processes.

In modern business, organizations often face a "Trade-off Paradox": the faster they try to adapt to market changes, the more their quality standards tend to slip. Conversely, rigid quality processes often slow down innovation.

Strategic Agility addresses the problem of organizational "inertia"—the inability to react to environmental volatility. Quality Assurance addresses the risks of "process decay" during rapid scaling or pivoting.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the concept of strategic agility.
• Connect strategy with operational activities.
• Identify areas requiring quality control.
• Apply basic quality assurance mechanisms.

Summary:

A business or systems analyst addresses organizational challenges by designing information systems that align with and execute the strategy established by the business. These IT solutions typically aim to achieve one of the following outcomes for the organization: implementing a new business process, enhancing the efficiency and productivity of existing processes, or lowering the operational costs associated with current processes.

This course is tailored for Business Analysts, including those intending to pursue IIBA Certification (CCBA or CBAP), and aligns with the framework detailed in the BABOK® Version 3.0.

Objectives:

• Recognize the fundamental principles, activities, tasks, and techniques defined in the BABOK® V3.0.
• Comprehend the core knowledge areas, activities, tasks, deliverables, and their interrelationships.

Key Definitions:

BABOK® (Business Analysis Body of Knowledge) A standard that guides the practice of business analysis and serves as a framework outlining the tasks that must be performed.

CCBA® (Certified Capability in Business Analysis) A certification provided by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA). It requires passing a test based exclusively on the BABOK® following application approval, which is contingent upon education and experience.

CBAP® (Certified Business Analysis Professional) A certification provided by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA). It requires passing a test based exclusively on the BABOK® following application approval, which is contingent upon education and experience.

This course will guide you through:

• Executing the core duties of a business analyst by utilising a robust business analysis framework
• Carrying out business needs analysis to gather stakeholder requirements
• Utilising business analysis techniques to pinpoint key challenges and potential opportunities within your organisation
• Developing effective requirements and communication strategies
• Analyzing and specifying requirements in line with industry best practices
• Overseeing solution assessment and validation

Target Audience:

Business consultants, business analysts, project managers, and IT professionals.

• Launch your business analysis career by earning a recognized certification
• Learn to identify and evaluate options for enhancing your business operations
• Develop skills to support successful business change initiatives within your organization

Insurtech, also known as Digital Insurance, represents the intersection of the insurance industry and emerging technologies. In this domain, digital insurers leverage technological innovations to refine their business models and operational frameworks, aiming to cut costs, elevate customer experience, and boost operational agility.

This instructor-led training equips participants with the knowledge of the technologies, methodologies, and mindset required to drive digital transformation within their organizations and across the broader industry. The course is specifically designed for managers who need a comprehensive overview, wish to cut through the hype and jargon, and want to take the initial steps toward formulating an Insurtech strategy.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Discuss Insurtech and its various components with clarity and structure
• Identify and clarify the role of each key technology in Insurtech
• Develop a foundational strategy for implementing Insurtech within their organization

Target Audience

• Insurance professionals
• Technology experts within the insurance sector
• Key stakeholders in the insurance industry
• Consultants and business analysts

Course Format

• A blend of lectures, discussions, practical exercises, and group case study activities

In this instructor-led, live training in Kenya, participants will gain a solid understanding of the technologies, methods, and mindset required to implement a Fintech strategy.

This training is designed for managers who need a "big picture" understanding of Fintech, to cut through the hype and jargon, and to take tangible first steps towards adopting new technologies relevant to financial businesses and services.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to

• Present viable Fintech strategies for their organization.
• Understand and explain the role and functionality of key technologies.
• Draft an action plan for introducing new technologies in a step-by-step fashion.

Insurance in the Digital Era offers a practical overview of how digital transformation is reshaping products, operations, and customer engagement within the insurance industry.

This instructor-led live training (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level insurance professionals seeking to understand and apply digital technologies, data-driven strategies, and innovation frameworks to modernize their insurance offerings and operations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Explain the role of AI, Big Data, IoT, and automation in modern insurance workflows.
• Identify InsurTech trends and their impact on the insurance ecosystem.
• Design customer-centric strategies enabled by digital tools and data insights.
• Apply data-driven approaches to risk management and decision-making.
• Develop an innovation and change management approach suitable for insurers.
• Assess real-world case studies and translate lessons into local initiatives.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Case study analysis and group workshops.
• Practical exercises and action planning for participants’ organizations.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Requirements Engineering (RE) serves as a pivotal discipline in software and systems development, concentrating on identifying, documenting, and managing stakeholder needs and constraints to guarantee project success.

This instructor-led, live training, available online or onsite, targets intermediate-level professionals looking to deepen their grasp of practical Requirements Engineering while preparing for the IREB CPRE – Foundation Level certification exam.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend and apply the core concepts and terminology outlined in the IREB CPRE Foundation syllabus.
• Identify and elicit requirements using effective and context-appropriate techniques.
• Model, document, and validate requirements for real-world projects.
• Manage requirements changes, traceability, and prioritization throughout the project lifecycle.
• Utilize Requirements Engineering tools and best practices to enhance communication and project outcomes.
• Be fully prepared to take and pass the IREB CPRE – Foundation Level certification exam.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Case-based exercises and collaborative workshops.
• Exam preparation sessions and practice questions.

Course Customization Options

• Additional modules or industry-specific case studies can be added on request.

Model-Based Development (MBD) is a software development methodology that facilitates the faster and more cost-efficient creation of dynamic systems, including control systems, signal processing, and communication systems. It emphasizes graphical modeling instead of conventional text-based programming.

Through this instructor-led live training, participants will learn how to apply MBD methodologies to lower development costs and expedite the time-to-market for their embedded software products.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Choose and effectively use the appropriate tools for implementing MBD.
• Leverage MBD to accelerate development during the initial phases of their embedded software projects.
• Reduce the time required to release their embedded software to the market.

Course Format

• Comprising lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice.

This instructor-led live training in Kenya (online or onsite) targets individuals seeking to understand requirements analysis and perform it efficiently and accurately using appropriate techniques for their projects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• identify various types of requirements.
• understand the overarching concepts and activities within requirements analysis.
• become familiar with the methodology governing requirements analysis.
• utilize different requirements analysis techniques to their benefit.
• structure requirements to enable efficient communication with architects and developers through an iterative requirement gathering process.

This course provides practical insights into the core principles and real-world applications of software engineering, requirements engineering, and testing.