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Certificate in Business Analysis (QQI Level 8)


Improve business performance, competitiveness and analytical scope and implement actionable changes in your organisation with our Level 8 Certificate in Business Analysis. The programme is completed in the Irish Computer Society and the National College of Ireland.

Can't see a course date that suits you? Please contact training@ics.ie to find out future dates.

Duration | 6 months (2 days per month)

Cost | €3300 (+ 1 year's free membership for non-members)

CPD Points | 600

Venue | Dublin & Cork

Who should attend

Anyone who currently plays or aspires to play a leading role in improving enterprise performance through the use of proven business analysis techniques within an organisation.

Applicants for the programme will be assessed based on relevant experience by the Business Analysts Association of Ireland.

Applicants from other areas will be expected to have a primary level 7 degree or proven work experience in the area.

Roles: Business Analysts, Project Managers, Systems Analysts, Data Analysts

Funding

You may be eligible for 25% funding for this course through the IFS Skillnet if you supply or work in the Finance, IT, Legal, Accounting or Business Consulting sectors. Please contact training@ics.ie to see if you qualify.

What you will learn

  • Specialist knowledge in analysing the core business objectives and strategy of an organisation or strategic business unit
  • The ability to analyse the processes, procedures, systems and structures that are in place and to evaluate their effectiveness and efficiency
  • A comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of change – and how to harness the positive energy needed to bring about successful change
  • An understanding of the various types and styles of consultancy intervention and their effectiveness in various situations
  • The skills necessary to be able to communicate and negotiate effectively with stakeholders within and outside of an organisation
Course Modules
  1. Management of Change
  2. Business Systems Analysis
  3. Communication Dynamics - Maximise your Personal Effectiveness

Benefits

You will be able to make a more effective contribution to improving business performance and competitiveness within your organisation.

You will acquire proven modern methodologies and techniques for analysing and solving business problems that impact upon cost, efficiency, capacity and service quality.

You will more fully understand the dynamics and context of organisational change with reference to the latest thinking on best implementation approaches.

You will develop effective consultancy and communication skills – including project management, listening, questioning, negotiation, influencing, presentation and facilitation skills required to initiate and lead change programmes and initiatives.

Non-members receive 12 months free membership. We will be in touch with registration details after your place is confirmed.

Can't see a course date that suits you? Please contact training@ics.ie to find out future dates.

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Certificate in Business Analysis (QQI Level 8) Course Sept 2020 - Dublin

The role of the business analyst is to identify the core business objectives of an organisation and its constituent parts and to ensure that the processes, procedures, systems and structures that are in place are the most effective and efficient to enable it to achieve its core objectives.

This professional course offers academic accreditation for business analysts and for those who play a leading role in improving business performance, either in their own company, or in a consultancy role to others, through the use of proven business analysis techniques.

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