Post Graduate Program In Business Analysis

Business Analysis Certification FAQs

• What are the eligibility criteria for this Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis in partnership with Purdue University?

  For admission to this Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis, candidates:

  • Should have a bachelor's degree in any discipline with an average of 50% or higher marks
  • With a non-programming background can also apply
  • Having prior work experience is not mandatory
     

• What is the admission process for this Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis in Partnership with Purdue University?

  The admission process for this Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis consists of three simple steps:

  • All interested candidates are required to apply through the online application form
  • An admission panel will shortlist the candidates based on their application
  • An offer of admission will be made to the selected candidates and is accepted by the candidates by paying the program fee

• What are the financial aids available to enroll in this program?

  We have partnered with Affirm to provide competitive financing options(EMI option available) including 0%APR with no hidden costs for different tenures.

• Is there any financial aid provided for this Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis?

  To ensure money is not a barrier in the path of learning, we offer various financing options to help ensure that this program is financially manageable. Please refer to our “Admissions Fee and Financing” section for more details.

• Can I Pursue a Post Graduation in Business Analytics With a Non-Business Background?

  Most definitely, you can. The post-graduation in Business Analytics offered by Simplilearn caters to working professionals from various industries and backgrounds. While at least two years of professional experience is preferred To enroll in the course, it is not mandatory. The course is suitable for both programming and non-programming professionals who wish to pursue a career in Business Analysis and gain hands-on experience in business analysis techniques. However, experienced analysts looking to learn the latest tools and frameworks used by Agile teams can equally benefit from the course.

• Can I Work Part-Time While Pursuing a Post Graduation in Business Analytics?

  Certainly! Pursuing a post-graduation in Business Analytics while working part-time is not only possible but can also be a valuable experience. It can be a great way to apply your knowledge to real-world situations and enhance your career prospects. Many students choose to work part-time to gain practical experience and build a professional network. Just be sure to manage your time effectively to balance your schedule successfully.

• Is There a Minimum GMAT/GRE Score Required for PGP in Business Analytics Admission?

  No. To enroll in the PGP in business analytics, candidates must only have a bachelor's degree in any discipline. Professional experience of at least two years is preferred, regardless of programming background.

• Can the Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis be pursued by MBA graduates?

  Absolutely! The Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis is an excellent choice for MBA graduates seeking to enhance their skill set in the field of business analysis. By combining the strategic thinking acquired in MBA courses with the specialized knowledge and practical skills offered in this program, graduates can become well-rounded professionals capable of driving data-driven decisions and successful business outcomes.

• How Does the Curriculum of a PGP in Business Analytics Stay Current with Industry Trends?

  The course curriculum is updated before every cohort starts so that the content is relevant to the industry trends. The course modules are regularly updated and structured in a way that they familiarize the students with the latest news, events, and trends in the digital transformation landscape.

• How Can I Evaluate the Quality of Business Analytics Postgraduate Programs?

  To evaluate the quality of Business Analytics postgraduate programs, consider factors like accreditation, faculty expertise, industry connections, and alumni success. Look for programs that offer hands-on experience, relevant coursework, and opportunities for internships or projects with reputable companies. Additionally, reading reviews and talking to current students or alumni can provide valuable insights into program quality. You can read reviews about the business analytics postgraduate, in the reviews section of Simplilearn's site.

• Can I Switch Career Paths with a Business Analytics Postgraduate Degree?

  Absolutely! Simplilearn’s Business Analytics postgraduate degree equips you with versatile skills in data analysis, which are highly transferable across various industries. With this degree, you can pivot to different career paths, such as finance, marketing, healthcare, or technology, by showcasing your analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability to potential employers.

• What are the Continuing Education Opportunities After Completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Business Analytics?

  After completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Business Analytics from Simplilearn, you can explore continuing education options, such as pursuing a full master's degree in Business Analytics or related fields like Data Science or Machine Learning. You can also consider industry-specific certifications like Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) or explore short courses and workshops to stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in data analytics.

• What certificate will I receive after completing the Postgraduate Business Analysis Program?

  When you complete this Post Graduate Business Analysis program, you will receive a Certificate in Business Analysis from Simplilearn and Purdue University. You will also receive an industry-recognized certificate from Simplilearn for the courses on the learning path.

• Will any preparation material be provided as part of this PG Business Analysis Course to help me get started?

  Once you make the first installment of the online Business Analysis course fee, you will also get access to a preparatory course. The course will have 8 to 10 hours of self-paced learning content in videos. You must go through the assigned course before starting the class.

• What should I expect from the Certificate Program in Business Analysis?

  This Business Analyst Certification program offered by Simpliearn will kick-start your Business Analyst career growth like never before. The masterclass offered by Purdue university enables you to tackle complex business problems using the latest tools and frameworks used by Agile teams, understand business analysis techniques, and get hands-on experience. This course is best for learning core business analytics, modeling, and reporting skills with mini hands-on projects.

  Some of the additional benefits of this course are:

  • Certificate from Simplilearn in collaboration with Purdue University
  • Be a part of the Purdue University Alumni Association
  • Lifetime access to all core e-learning content created by Simplilearn
  • Career assistance, mentoring, and job portal access for Indian and US learners

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• Who are the instructors for this PG Business Analysis Course, and how are they selected?

  Instructors associated with our courses are highly qualified and have years of industry experience. Each of them goes through a rigorous selection process that includes profile screening, technical evaluation, and a training demo before they are given the certification of training. We also ensure that trainers with a high alumni rating remain part of our faculty.

  Currently, Dr. Zhiwei Zhu-Clinical Assistant Professor at Krannert School of Management, Purdue University, is our Business Analysis program endorser. He has 15+ years of experience leading business analytics functions, and now uses his wealth of knowledge and business-relevant experience to provide analytics training to future business leaders globally.

• What are the key skills I will develop during a PG in Business Analytics program?

  The key skills covered in the PG in Business Analytics program by Simplilearn and Purdue University include Business Analysis, Elicitation and Collaboration, BRD, FRD and SRS Document Creation, Requirements Analysis, Planning and Monitoring, Requirements Life Cycle Management, Strategy Analysis, Wireframing, Solution Evaluation, Dashboarding, Data Visualization, Agile scrum methodology, Scrum Artifacts, Statistical Analysis using Excel, SQL Database, Python, Data analysis, Digital Transformation, ChatGPT and Generative AI.

• What is BABOK®? And what does it cover?

  BABOK is a Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge® (BABOK® Guide) which helps business analysts achieve better business outcomes at the strategic, tactical and operational level. BABOK covers knowledge areas, techniques and perspectives which represent the majority of tasks business analysts do and provides focus to tasks and techniques specific to the context of the initiative.

• What are the benefits of a program that has CBAP module endorsed by IIBA?

  IIBA is the world's leading professional association that develops and maintains standards for the practice of Business Analysis. This program contains a Certified Business Analysis Professional® (CBAP®) module that is endorderd by IIBA. The Certified Business Analysis Professional® (CBAP®) preparation course helps earn the student 35 PD Hour/CDUs toward the CBAP® certification exam post the module completion. 

• How Does a Postgraduate Certificate in Business Analytics Benefit My Current Career?

  Simplilearn’s Postgraduate Certificate in Business Analytics can significantly benefit your career by enhancing your data analysis skills and decision-making capabilities. It allows you to apply data-driven insights to your current role, improving efficiency and performance. Additionally, it makes you a valuable asset in industries increasingly reliant on data for strategic decision-making.

• What are the benefits of Harvard Business Publishing case studies intergrated in this course?

  Harvard Business Publishing has a complete catalog of business case studies, articles, books, and simulations. This Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis program follows the case study method to bring real-life business dilemmas to life in the classroom and help analyze business situations.

  Benefits of Case Studies:

  •     Real-world case studies authored by HBS professors and other top business school educators
  •     Analyze business situations and different aspect of managerial decision making
  •     Discover new ways to approach and solve business problems

• Do PG in Business Analytics programs provide hands-on experience with data analysis tools?

  Yes, it does. The PG in Business Analytics programs offered by Simplieaern teach tools like Microsoft Excel, Jira, Microsoft Power BI, MySQL, ChatGPT, Bard, tableau, and many more. The course module includes capstone from 3 domains and 14+ projects to offer hands-on experience to the learners.

• How can I get a copy of the BABOK book to study?

  IIBA® members receive a complimentary copy of the BABOK® Guide Version 3 PDF. If you are an IIBA member, you can download BABOK Version 3 from the IIBA website. Non-members can purchase a copy of the BABOK Guide Version 3 PDF for USD 54.99.

• What are the benefits of this AI-Powered Business Analysis Masterclass?

  Delivered in the form of live virtual sessions by experienced industry experts, these masterclasses provide an opportunity to explore the realm of Generative AI and its transformative applications in business analysis. Covering insightful topics such as ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Case Studies, and a comparison between ChatGPT and Bard, the masterclass equips you with the knowledge to make data-driven decisions using cutting-edge AI tools.

• What is the frequency of the Masterclasses delivered by Purdue faculty?

  The frequency of the Masterclasses delivered by Purdue is once per quarter.
   

• What is Global Teaching Assistance?

  Global Teaching Assistants are a dedicated team of subject matter experts who help you get certified on your first attempt. In addition to class onboarding, mentoring, and job assistance, they proactively assist students to follow the course path and enrich their learning experience.

• I am unable to access the online Business Analysis Course. Who can help me?

  If you cannot access the Business Analysis certification course after paying the fees, fill out the form on your right, available on all pages of Simpliearn. You can cite your issue on the form, and our customer support team member will get back to you as soon as possible. You can also contact us via the Live Chat link or the Grievance Redressal tab.

• What is covered under the 24/7 Support promise?

  We offer 24/7 support through email, chat, and calls. We have a dedicated team that provides on-demand assistance through our community forum. What’s more, you will have lifetime access to the community forum, even after completion of your course.

• Can I get a refund if I want to cancel my enrollment in this PG Business Analysis program?

  To know about cancellations and refunds, please read our refund policy. Alternatively, if you need any assistance, you can contact us by email, telephone, or live chat.

  
   * Disclaimer
  All programs are offered on a non-credit basis and are not transferable to a degree.

• What is Business Analysis?

  Business Analysis is a combination of gaining insight from data using specific techniques, performing tasks to identify the needs of a business, and accordingly providing solutions that produce value for the stakeholders.

• Why use Business Analysis?

  All kinds of organizations, across sectors and industries, are turning to business analysis to dig in deeper insights and make informed decisions. These professionals analyze a business or organization by documenting its systems and processes, assessing its business model, identifying vulnerabilities, and devising solutions, making business analysts one of the most in-demand job roles today.

• Who should use Business Analysis?

  All kinds of organizations, across sectors and industries, are turning to business analysis to dig in deeper insights and make informed decisions.

• What are the popular Business Analysis techniques?

  SWOT analysis, MOST analysis, and PESTLE analysis are some of the most popular business analysis techniques. This business analysis certification program will cover all these, with over 20+ skills and tools.

• What are some of the popular Business Analysis tools?

  Tableau and PowerBI are the most popular business analysis tools organizations use today. In this business analysis program, you learn about Tableau and PowerBI, JIRA, Excel, MySQL, R and a dozen more business analysis tools.

• What are the important skills covered in this PG Business Analysis program?

  This comprehensive course covers both basic and advanced concepts of business analysis, its tools and techniques, statistics fundamentals, interaction with databases using SQL, data visualization, designing dashboards, and more.

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• What are the various roles that can be applied for after completion of this Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis?

  You can apply to become a business analyst, a data analyst, or an IT analyst after pursuing this Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis.

• What are the top companies where I can apply after completion of this Post Graduate Program in Business Analysis?

  Amazon, Microsoft, American Express, and Samsung, to name a few, are the top organizations you can grab an opportunity in after completing this course.

• What is the total duration of this Business Analysis Certification Program?

  You must dedicate 6 months (at 5-10 hours/week) to complete this PGP in Business Analysis comprehensively.

• What top companies can I apply to after completing this Post Graduate Business Analysis Course?

  Amazon, Microsoft, American Express, and Samsung, to name a few, are the top organizations you can grab an opportunity in after completing this course.

• What are the different roles in Business Analysis?

  With a business analysis certification, you can pursue one of the following job roles in business analysis like Business Analyst Manager, Business Consultant, Marketing Specialist, Product Manager, Requirements Manager, System Analyst, amongst others.

• What are the benefits of taking this Business Analysis course?

  The benefits of taking this Business Analysis course include:

  • In-depth knowledge of requirement analysis, product vision, and roadmap, agile, analytics & modeling—master tools such as Jira, Excel, SQL, Power BI and Tableau
  • Certificate from Simplilearn in collaboration with Purdue University
  • Become eligible to be part of the Purdue University Alumni Association
  • Opportunity to earn 35 PDs/CDUs from IIBA.
  • Chance to attend masterclass from Purdue  top faculty
  • Access to 8X higher live interaction with live online classes by industry experts
  • Hands-on training through Harvard Business Publishing Case studies, Capstone from 3 domains, and 14+ projects with Industry data sets from Unilever, Amazon, etc.
  • Enrolment in Simplilearn’s JobAssist and 6-month assistance with job hunting, resume development, and interview preparation (applicable only for India).
     

• What are the top Business Analysis courses included in this Post Graduate Program?

  The top business analysis courses included in this Post Graduate Program are:

  • CBAP® - Certified Business Analysis Professional
  • Agile Scrum Master
  • Business Analytics with Excel
  • Tableau Training

• What are the key modules covered in this PG Business Analysis course?

  This business analysis course comprises the following key modules:

  • CBAP® -Certified Business Analysis Professional
  • Business Analytics with Excel
  • SQL
  • Power BI
  • Tableau Training
  • Business Analyst Capstone

  Furthermore, the course comprises the electives given below and masterclasses from Purdue   

  • Agile Scrum Master
  • Data Science with R
  • Digital Transformation Course for Leaders

• Do I need to learn these modules in a specific order?

  Yes, while taking this business analysis training course, you must learn these modules in the order mentioned in the syllabus.

• What are the major responsibilities of a Business Analysis Expert?

  A business analysis expert will be required to perform the following roles and responsibilities in an organization:

  • Consider past data and research to find ways to improve business and make better decisions.
  • Promote collaboration between team members and make them understand the importance of the latest technologies and business strategies.
  • Monitor implementation of the latest technology and systems.
  • Run various workshops and training sessions for knowledge sharing.

• What are the prerequisites before taking this Business Analysis course?

  Before taking this business analysis certification course, you need to take care of the following prerequisites:

  • A bachelor’s degree, in any discipline, with an average percentage of 50% or higher
  • Anyone with a non-programming background can also apply
  • Having prior work experience is not compulsory

• What is the salary scope of a business analysis professional?

  As per PayScale.com, an expert with a relevant business analysis certification earns an average of $85,006 annually.

• Is Business Analysis in demand?

  Yes, business analysis is one of the most appealing career options. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a business analyst earns $94,000 (on average) annually. BLS projects that the demand for business analysis fields will increase exponentially. The demand for Management Analysts is expected to surge by 11%, creating almost 93,000 new jobs, while the demand for Market Research Analysts is projected to grow by 18%.
  
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• Does Business Analysis require coding experience?

  Although business analysts work closely with IT professionals and processes, they need not be proficient in coding or experienced in it. To advance in their careers, it is enough for business analysts to enroll in a comprehensive business analysis course that meets all the learning objectives. Programming background and prior work experience are optional to apply for this course.

• Will I get a sealed transcript for World Education Services (WES) at the end of the program?

  Post Graduate Programs are certification programs that do not include transcripts for WES, which are reserved only for degree programs. We do not offer sealed transcripts; hence, our programs do not apply to WES or similar services.