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Roadmap to Become a Business Analyst

Step 1: Understand the Role of a Business Analyst

- Research BA responsibilities: Identify pain points, gather requirements, propose solutions, and

communicate with stakeholders.

- Familiarize yourself with industries where BAs work (e.g., IT, finance, healthcare).

Step 2: Build Core Business Analysis Skills

1. Technical Skills

- Excel: Learn data analysis, pivot tables, and advanced formulas.

- SQL: Gain the ability to retrieve and manipulate data from databases.

- Data Visualization Tools: Get hands-on experience with tools like Tableau or Power BI.

- Basic Programming (Optional): Learn Python or R for data analysis.

2. Analytical Thinking

- Develop problem-solving skills and learn to interpret data patterns and trends.

- Work on logical frameworks like SWOT analysis, GAP analysis, or root-cause analysis.

3. Communication Skills

- Learn to write clear business requirement documents (BRDs).

- Practice presenting data-driven insights to stakeholders.

4. Project Management Tools

- Familiarize yourself with Jira, Confluence, or Trello.

5. Domain Knowledge
- Understand the business environment you're targeting (e.g., finance, marketing, IT).

Step 3: Acquire Certifications

- Entry-Level Certifications:

- Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA)

by IIBA.

- Agile certifications like Certified Scrum Master (CSM).

- Technical Certifications:

- Tableau, Power BI, or SQL certifications.

- Google Data Analytics Certificate.

Step 4: Gain Practical Experience

1. Internships/Projects

- Seek internships in analytics or consulting roles.

- Work on academic or personal projects using real-world datasets.

2. Case Competitions

- Participate in competitions focusing on data-driven problem-solving.

3. Freelance/Volunteering

- Offer to analyze data or manage small business projects.

Step 5: Network and Stay Updated

- Join BA forums on LinkedIn or platforms like IIBA.

- Attend webinars, workshops, or meetups for BAs.

Step 6: Job Search and Applications


- Customize your resume to highlight transferable skills like stakeholder communication, project

management, and strategic thinking.

- Apply to roles such as Junior Business Analyst or Analyst Intern to gain entry-level experience.

Skills Checklist for Business Analyst Jobs

1. Technical Skills

- SQL

- Excel

- Tableau/Power BI

- Basic Python

2. Business Skills

- Requirement gathering

- Process modeling (e.g., BPMN)

- Stakeholder communication

3. Soft Skills

- Problem-solving

- Collaboration

- Presentation

4. Certifications

- ECBA/CBAP

- Data Analytics

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