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Podcasts
Top 5 of Episodes of Business Analysis Live in 2024
Explore the five most popular episodes of Business Analysis Live in 2024. From AI applications to business architecture, see what you might have missed this year.
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Certification
5 Powerful Questions Every Business Analyst Should Ask in 2025
How will you stay ahead of the curve in 2025? These five thought-provoking questions will help business analysts identify skill gaps, deliver measurable results, and build a successful career roadmap.
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Careers
The Role of a Functional Consultant
Welcome to the dynamic world of functional consultants, the behind-the-scenes champions who connect business needs with technical solutions. Learn how these versatile professionals keep everything running smoothly with their unique blend of skills.
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Business Analysis Community
Top 5 Insights From the Global State of Business Analysis Report: Part 3
With the release of Part 3 of the Global State of Business Analysis Report, here are five of the most eye-catching findings.
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Business Analysis Techniques
Before and After the Customer Journey
Why is it crucial to consider the steps before and after your project? In this article, I share my experience with a new app rollout and explain why understanding the process is key to a smooth user experience.
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Certification
How Earning My ECBA Made Me a Better Business Analyst
Here’s how the ECBA certification enhanced my business analysis skills by reaffirming core fundamentals, improving stakeholder communication, and fostering a structured, continuous learning approach to problem-solving.
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Business Analysis Community
2024 in Review: 7 Ways IIBA Empowered Business Analysis Professionals Worldwide
Curious about how 2024 has shaped the future of business analysis? Explore the tools, upgrades, insights, and connections that IIBA introduced to help professionals thrive, everywhere.
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Member Articles
How to Measure the Performance of Business Analysis Professionals
If you don’t measure it, you can’t improve it. In the world of business analysis, the criticality of measurements can’t be overstated.
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Certification
December Goals: Why Earning Your ECBA Is the Perfect Year-End Achievement
Why wait for January? Achieve your ECBA now and start 2025 ahead of the pack.
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