This course explores how Agile principles, tools, and techniques can be applied to business change initiatives. It is designed for experienced business analysts and professionals working in change and transformation roles who wish to develop their understanding of Agile practices in a business context. Learners will examine how business analysts contribute within Agile frameworks and engage with Agile methods including user stories, functional modelling, backlogs, and prioritisation.

By the end of the course, participants will have developed practical strategies for working as an Agile business analyst and will be prepared to sit the BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis exam.

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Prerequisites

Learners should have prior knowledge equivalent to the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis or the BCS Solutions Development Diploma. Familiarity with techniques such as CATWOE, Business Activity Modelling, and Use Case Diagrams is expected.

Target audience

This course is suitable for experienced business analysts, business architects, business managers, and project managers seeking to deepen their understanding of Agile philosophies and methodologies in the context of business analysis. It is also intended for those working toward the BCS Advanced Diploma in Business Analysis who already hold the International Diploma.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

Describe the Agile philosophy and interpret the Agile Manifesto
Explain Agile principles including collaboration, iteration, and continuous improvement
Apply Agile methods and techniques including user stories and product backlogs
Understand the role of a business analyst in Agile environments
Analyse stakeholder engagement in Agile contexts
Identify and eliminate waste using Lean techniques and Functional Model Mapping
Define and decompose business goals
Estimate and manage requirements and iterations using Agile tools
Develop visual planning tools such as Kanban boards, scenarios, and prototypes

Training Outline

The Agile Philosophy

The history of Agile and the Agile Manifesto
Agile components
Agile and the business environment
Lean Business Analysis and thinking

Agile Key Principles

Collaborative working
Self-organising teams
Continuous improvement
Iterative development/incremental delivery
Plan and build in change

Agile Methods

Linear vs empirical methods
Evolution and history of the methods
Agile methods - DSDM, UP, SCRUM, XP, Lean Software
The BA role in Agile

Understanding Stakeholders

Stakeholder groups
Agile AB role in engaging and managing stakeholders
Agile Modelling
Models and hierarchy
MoSCoW prioritisation
Decomposing and organising business goals

Agile Techniques

User stories
Managing requirements with the product backlog
Estimating using Delphi and story points
Managing the iterations, including velocity

Agile BA Planning

Using storyboarding, scenarios and prototyping
Creating a Kanban board

The BA Role

Agile business analysis
The idea of the 'generalising specialist'

Exams and assessments

This course includes a BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis exam voucher. The exam is a one-hour, closed-book, multiple-choice assessment via remote proctor. Learners must schedule the exam to take place after the course. The exam voucher expires 12 months after confirmed attendance of the course.

Hands-on learning

Throughout the course, learners will engage with real-world case studies, collaborative discussions, and guided exercises. Practical tools such as storyboards, Kanban boards, and backlog prioritisation will be used to simulate Agile working environments and enhance applied understanding.

Why Choose Bilginç IT Academy

At Bilginç IT Academy, we combine our strong presence in both the UK and Türkiye to deliver high-quality, practical training solutions for organizations worldwide.

International Presence with Local Expertise
With operations in the United Kingdom and Türkiye, we bring together global standards and local market understanding to deliver effective training experiences across regions.

Expert Instructors with Real-World Experience
Our courses are delivered by certified trainers with extensive industry experience, ensuring you gain practical knowledge that can be applied immediately.

Corporate-Focused Training Approach
We specialize in training corporate teams, tailoring our programs to meet your organization’s goals, technologies, and project requirements.

Flexible Training Delivery Worldwide
We offer classroom, virtual classroom, and onsite training options globally, tailored to your organization’s needs.

Hands-On, Practical Learning
Our training sessions include real-world scenarios, case studies, and interactive exercises to ensure lasting understanding and skill development.

Proven Track Record
With over 10 years of experience, we have successfully trained professionals from leading organizations across different industries and regions.

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BCS Professional Certificate in Agile Business Analysis Training in Bahrain