Build the foundation for a career in business analysis
Business Analysis (BA) identifies and understands gaps between what is needed and how to implement change within an organization.The Business Analysis program teaches the core skills, tools and best practices for leading change while still meeting business needs. Learn how to effectively lead, strategize, problem-solve, and communicate solutions to achieve project goals.
Online
Approx. 4-5 hours per week, per course
Certificate: 8+ months
Schedule and fees
Open enrolment
Earning a Certificate of Completion in Business Analysis can lead to a rewarding position such as:
Business Analysis skills can be used in a variety of industries, including:
Upon completion of the program, learners will:
The following objectives will be threaded within each course:
McMaster Continuing Education is a member of the International Institute of Business Analysis™ (IIBA®) Academic Program. As the global thought leader and voice of the business analysis community, IIBA supports the recognition of the profession, networking and community engagement, and works to maintain global standards for the ongoing development of the practice and certifications.
Through the IIBA Academic Program, IIBA extends to McMaster Continuing Education the authority to educate students using the Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK® Guide), which is the body of knowledge for the practice of business analysis that is globally and industry recognized, and has endorsed the following courses:
An IIBA endorsed course offers the following benefits to students:
The IIBA Hamilton Chapter is dedicated to advancing the business analysis profession through professional development and community engagement. The IIBA Hamilton Chapter hosts a monthly speaker series with industry experts, and our in-person events, such as the Annual General Meeting (AGM), provide excellent networking opportunities with local Business Analysts. You can learn more about our chapter here: https://hamilton.iiba.org/
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Upon successfully completing this program, you will receive a digital certificate of completion recognizing your learning achievement. Complete with details of the skills and specialized knowledge you have acquired, your credential is digitally shareable, making it easy to add to your resume, LinkedIn profile and to share with current or prospective employers.
Note: For those without a background in Business Analysis, it is recommended to complete the first three courses, BAN 100, BAN 101, BAN 102, prior to completing the other courses.
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Registration: Fall and Winter terms open in mid-July and Spring term opens in mid-March. Program Requirements: Review certificate or diploma tab. Time Zone: Courses run in the Eastern Time (ET) Zone. Course Fees: A McMaster Part Time Student fee is included in the cost of academic credit courses. There is no tax on courses unless indicated at the bottom of the schedule chart. Additional Fees: New students pay a one-time, non-refundable $39 activation fee for their first academic-credit course. Not every program or course requires textbooks. Learn more about textbooks. Learning Formats: Each course is offered in Online, Online Self-Study, or Virtual Classroom formats, as shown below. Visit Learning Formats for details.
The schedule table is subject to change. Please visit the course pages to browse classes currently available for registration and the latest cost information.
This program is open enrolment, which means there is no formal application or admission procedure. To enrol in a course, simply register online. Our courses can be taken as part of a program or individually.
To enrol in McMaster Continuing Education programs, you must:
To ensure you are successful in your online courses, you are required to have knowledge and skills with general computer applications, such as keyboarding, file management, video conferencing and word processing.
Language Requirements
If English is not your native language, you must meet McMaster University’s English proficiency requirements by either qualifying for an exemption or passing a McMaster-approved English test. You will not need to provide proof of meeting this English requirement prior to registration. If you demonstrate English proficiency below the required standard, you will be asked to provide proof or to withdraw.
A payment receipt email will be issued to you immediately after registering, and a course confirmation email will be sent to you overnight. Within approximately 24 hours of registering, you will also receive an important email containing credentials used to activate your MacID, which you must do before you can access courses in Avenue to Learn. Please review our Getting Started page to learn more about the next steps for beginning your studies after registration, and our Help Centre for our Refund Policy and other frequently asked questions. Please note that on average, each course requires 6-8 hours of study per week, per course (sometimes more) and some courses may have listed prerequisites. Please plan your schedule accordingly. Most students take 1-2 courses per term across a few different terms and a full-time equivalent course load is typically 3-4 courses per term.
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