Business Analysis - University of Winnipeg

18 days over 6 months • 9 Learning ModulesOur network of university partnersThe Masters Certificate inBusiness AnalysisEffective Business Analysts are very much indemand today – in the technical arena as well asthe business side of projects.The Masters Certificate in Business Analysis equips you with theknowledge and techniques to plan, elicit, communicate, analyze,model, validate and manage user requirements through the projectlife cycle. The result: projects with cost savings, accurate time tomarket, and most importantly, solutions that meet the organization’sbusiness needs.WINNIPEG Fall 2011 PROGRAMconvenient Friday/Saturday SessionsModule DatesModule > 1 DAYProgram Introduction and Business Nov. 10, 2011Analysis Framework †Module > 2 DAYSEnterprise Analysis † Nov. 18 - 19Module > 2 DAYSCreativity and Critical Thinking † Dec. 2 - 3Receive Canada’s most respected businessanalysis certificate through our network ofuniversity partners in these cities:WINNIPEG:The University of Winnipegwww.uwinnipeg.ca/index/dce-welcomeTORONTO:Schulich School of Business,York Universitywww.seec.schulich.yorku.caST. JOHN’S:Memorial University of Newfoundlandwww.mun.ca/cmdSAINT JOHN:University of New Brunswickcel.unb.ca/profdevOTTAWA:Sprott School of Business,Carleton Universitysprott.carleton.ca/ppdEDMONTON & CALGARY:Learning and Performance Institutewww.developyourpeople.comModule > 2 DAYSPlanning, Validating and Managing Jan. 6 - 7, 2012User Requirements †SASKATOON & REGINA:University of Saskatchewanwww.edwards.usask.ca/programs/basModule > 2 DAYSCommunications Input: Questioning, Listening, Jan. 20 - 21Facilitating and Managing Conflict †VICTORIA & VANCOUVER:University of Victoriawww.business.uvic.ca/executiveModule > 2 DAYSEliciting User Requirements † Feb. 3 - 4Module > 3 DAYSModeling the Business Problem and Solution † Feb. 23 - 25Module > 2 DAYSCommunications Output: Planning, Mar. 9 - 10Writing and Presenting †Module > 2 DAYSSimulation Execution Mar. 30 -31†These modules qualify for CDU credits from IIBA® and PDU credits from PMI®.Download a registration form today at www.uwinnipeg.ca/index/dce-ps-mbaMONTREAL & QUEBEC CITY:Université Lavalwww.fc.ulaval.caEnrollment Bonus – Receive a Personal Tablet PC!Receive a complimentary tablet PC to useduring the course – and keep afterwards!• ‘Go green’ as you receive and manage yourlearning materials paperlessly, while enjoyingenhanced note-taking convenience• Stay connected with fellow participants andinteract in our online community forum,featuring news, insights and commentary fromfaculty, industry experts, and former students

MESSAGE FROM THE PROGRAM DIRECTORSEffective Business Analysts are verymuch in demand today – in thetechnical arena as well as thebusiness side of projects. But formaleducation is becoming a keyrequirement for all BAs. The daysof just ‘winging it’ are over.The Masters Certificate in BusinessAnalysis program focuses on thevital ingredients to be an effectiveBA – from planning, communicating,eliciting, and analyzing to validatingand managing the user requirements – throughoutthe project life cycle.Our curriculum is aligned with the latest versionof the IIBA® Body of Knowledge (BABOK®), andwe are confident that upon graduation from our program,you will be ready to sit for the CBAP® exam.Your participation in this program is an investmentthat will pay major dividends for your organizationand your career.David Barrett, Program DirectorCentre of Excellence in Business AnalysisSchulich Executive Education CentreSchulich School of Business, York UniversityBeverley Fingerhut, Program DirectorCentre of Excellence in Business AnalysisSchulich Executive Education CentreSchulich School of Business, York UniversityPROGRAM MODULE DESCRIPTIONSMODULEDuration: 1 dayProgram Introduction and Business AnalysisFrameworkOn the opening day, we build the foundation of the certificateprogram and discuss the role and responsibilities of theBusiness Analyst.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:• Understand the project/product life cycle and the role of theBusiness Analyst• Learn the competencies of the Business Analyst• Determine the project team and team members’ roles• Review the knowledge areas of the International Institute ofBusiness Analysis (IIBA) Body of Knowledge (BABOK)MODULEEnterprise AnalysisDuration: 2 daysLearn enterprise analysis skills to identify and evaluate businessinitiatives and support your solutions with effective analysismethodsWHAT YOU WILL LEARN:• Learn how to see the “big picture” and help your executivestakeholders make the right decisions• Evaluate proposed business initiatives for viability andorganizational advantage• Apply an enterprise analysis framework in a business case study• Identify the organizational opportunities and risks withinproposed initiatives• Conduct a feasibility analysis and strategic fit assessment• Define initial scope for a potential solution using multiplevisual techniques• Prepare a business case employing qualitative andquantitative analysis methodsMODULEDuration: 2 daysWho Should attend?nBusiness Analysts from all industries who areresponsible for identifying, analyzing and managingbusiness requirements, analyzing business processesand recommending solutionsnBusiness Analysts and Managers new to the rolenBusiness and Systems Analysts who lack formal trainingand need to close the gaps in their backgroundnBusiness or IT professionals who want to move into theBusiness Analyst rolenProject ManagersnQuality Assurance professionalsnProduct ManagersnBusiness ConsultantsCreativity and Critical ThinkingLearn to think “outside of the box” and apply critical thinking,creativity and innovation to your business analysis practicesand solutions.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:• Learn proven techniques to enhance your personal creativityand strategic thinking skills• Determine root causes• Draft a problem statement that clearly defines your challengeIN-COMPANY TRAINING: Please note that any of The MastersCertificate in Business Analysis modules can be deliveredin-company for groups of 10 or more. For more information,contact D. Wutke at 204.982.1167 or d.wutke@uwinnipeg.caDownload a registration form today at www.uwinnipeg.ca/index/dce-ps-mba

PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS (Partial List)Join our growing list of participating organizations inThe Masters Certificate in Business Analysis program:WHAT PAST Participants Say…“The Business Analysis Masters Certificate program provided aunique approach to education delivery and allowed for learningto take place in a fun and interactive way. The real benefit to thisprogram is the opportunities provided to work with a great groupof people, both fellow students and instructors.”Louise Lusignan, Coordinator of Solution Support & PractiseStandards, Manitoba eHealth“With each module I’m learning new skills and tools that makeme a better business analyst. Instruction is top notch and welldelivered.”Ron Gimby, Business Analyst, Ambir Solutions“I highly recommend the MCBA. It is a hands-on program thatencompasses all the competencies of a Business Analyst and alsoserves as a valuable networking forum.”Linda Xavier-Alfred, Business Analyst, Infrastructure Ontario“The MCBA program is the ideal forum to broaden the technicaland people skills required to excel in the Business Analyst role...I would recommend this program to any Business Analyst aspiringto learn current business practices and techniques, and affirmexisting skills!”Barbara Korinek, Team Leader, Business AnalystFirst Canadian Title“The MCBA program was an excellent opportunity for me to learnhow to be an effective Business Analyst. The in-class exercisesallowed me to learn and master the soft and technical skills I needto better meet my organization’s needs.”Mary Burney, Senior Systems AnalystCanadian Institutes of Health Research“Taking this program has given me the confidence and tools tomove forward in my role as a Business Analyst. The instructorsare current with industry practices and bring their real worldexperiences to the classroom, which I found incredibly valuable.”Judy Shandler, Business AnalystBritish Columbia Institute of Technology“I feel the MCBA program is comprehensive and covers all areascrucial to being an effective Business Analyst. I definitely gainedvaluable knowledge and was able to network with a group ofexcellent Business Analysts.”Henry Benjamin, Application Specialist, InformationTechnology, St. Michael’s HospitalADP CanadaAdvanced Micro DevicesADT Security ServicesAegon CanadaAltamira Investment ServicesAmerican ExpressAngoss Software CorpBank of MontrealBell CanadaBenjamin MooreBennett Jones LLPBiovail PharmaceuticalsCanadaBlockbusterBombardier AerospaceBudget Car RentalsCampbell CompanyCIBCCitiFinancialCity of TorontoCity of VaughanCPAS SystemsDavis & HendersonDellDurham College & UOITEDS CanadaFidelity Information ServicesFirst Canadian TitleFraser Milner Casgrain LLPFrito Lay CanadaGeorge Brown CollegeGovernment of OntarioHewlett PackardHIROC GroupHoffman-La RocheIBM CanadaInfrastructure OntarioIntelli Pro Computer SystemKeane, IncKit SoftwareLiquor Control Board CanadaLoblaws Companies LtdManulife FinancialMcLarens CanadaMinistry of EducationMinistry of FinanceMinistry of GovernmentDelivery ServicesMinistry of Community & SocialServicesMinistry of HealthMinistry of Municipal AffairsMinistry of Natural ResourcesMinistry of TransportationMorneau SobecoMother Parkers Tea & CoffeeNova ChemicalsNavantis IncNovelis Foil ProductsOffice of Legislative CounselOmron CanadaOntario CollegeOntario Lottery CorporationOntario Municipal EmployeesRetirement SystemOntario Teacher’s PensionPlanOPSEU Pension TrustPeopleSoftPPG CanadaPricewaterhouseCoopers Inc.Region of PeelReuters CanadaRogers TelecomRoyal Bank of CanadaSAP CanadaSchneider FoodsSiemensSoftchoice CorpSt. Lawrence CementSt. Michaels HospitalSun Life FinancialTDS AutomotiveTeknionTelusTeranet IncVeritas SoftwareVolvo Trucks CanadaWeston FoodsWhite Clarke North AmericaWinnersYellow Pages

Registration Details®CONVENIENT Registration OPTIONSFAX REGISTRATIONPlease download and print a Registration Form fromwww.uwinnipeg.ca/index/dce-ps-mba, complete and fax to204.944.0115MAIL REGISTRATIONMail your downloaded Registration Form toThe University of WinnipegDivision of Continuing EducationBuhler Centre, 460 Portage AvenueWinnipeg, MB R3C 0E8PHONE REGISTRATIONTelephone 204.982.1167email REGISTRATIONEmail your completed registration form to d.wutke@uwinnipeg.caProgram Dates & LocationWinnipeg Program: November 10, 2011 - March 31, 2012 [Fri/Sat]All modules will take place in the same facility, location:Radisson Hotel, 288 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0B8Unless otherwise announced, all modules of the Masters Certificatein Business Analysis commence at 8:30 a.m. and end at 5:00 p.m.FRAMED Certificate of Program CompletionYou will receive a handsomely framed Certificate of Completion.Participants must attend all days of all program modules in order toreceive the certificate.Program Fee$8,295 CDN • 18 days• Program fee includes full 9-module program tuition, allteaching materials, tablet PC, lunches, and refreshments.• The University of Winnipeg’s liability is limited to reimbursementof paid tuition fee.• Full program fee is payable prior to start of program.Deposits, Cancellations, Replacements and TransfersIMPORTANT: A deposit of $800 is required to secure your place inthe program. Please include your credit card information on faxedor online registrations, or mail a cheque along with your completedprogram registration.• A full refund will be issued for written cancellations receiveda minimum of 21 days before the program start date. Writtencancellations received after this date will incur an administrationcharge of $800. Non-attendance or withdrawal after program startdate will incur a full program fee.• If you are unable to attend the program you may transfer tothe next session, subject to the 21-day written notificationrequirement or your organization may name a replacementcandidate.• Only one module transfer to another session will be permitted(subject to space availability) without penalty. Each subsequenttransfer request has a $200 administration fee.Modules, speakers, topics, dates, fees, locations and applicable taxes are subject to change.The Masters Certificate in Business AnalysisOUTSTANDING program facultyRon BabinRon has 30 years of IT andmanagement consulting experience inthe classroom. Ron specializes in thefield of enterprise business planningand is a Certified ManagementConsultant.Christine BeaulieuWith 25 years experience in theimplementation and management ofbusiness solutions for large companiesin Québec, Christine is currently asenior consultant in communications,coaching and business process review.Lesa BerecLesa is an award winningcommunication specialist with over 15years experience in planning, creatingand presenting business documents.She has taught business writing toclients in the public and privatesectors.Georges BrysonGeorges has more than 25 years ofexperience and is a recognized ChangeLeader for the development andintroduction of new enterprise widesystems, processes, procedures andtechniques.Ken BuchananKen has worked as a BA for over 10years in the public, private and nonprofitsectors. He has specialized insystems improvements, CRM softwaredeployment, system modeling andtraining.Gladys CarrollGladys has worked in an advisory rolewith diversified client bases worldwidefor over 15 years. She specializesin training managers how to bettermanage change and organizationaltransition.Roy CookRoy specializes in requirementsplanning, testing and managing. Ahighly accomplished six sigma blackbelt, he has managed a wide varietyof business process simplification andimprovement initiatives.Clément CôtéClément has more than 19 years ofexperience in planning, requirementsmanagement, cost control, estimating,development of analysis and projectmanagement systems, processes andmethods.Diana KawarskyDiana has over 15 years experienceworking with Fortune 500 companies,universities & colleges. She hasworked with over 15,000 businessprofessionals to date, improving theircreative thinking/problem solving,leadership and communications skills.Doug LandDoug teaches Project Managementand Business Analysis in a varietyof settings, including corporate andacademic. His passion and specialtyfocus is on effective communicationsand human resources.W.G.M. (Bud) LushBud specializes in education, trainingand staff competency assessmentfor management projects, and isa guest simulation designer andlecturer at the U.S. Defense System’sManagement College.Debbie ShowlerDebbie specializes in creative problemsolving. She has more than 16 yearsof business analysis experience.Patrick van AbbemaPatrick is a senior business analystwith over 15 years of experienceproviding consulting, business processre-engineering and strategic expertiseto clients in North America andWestern Europe.To register see our Convenient Registration Options at left.For further information, look inside for YOUR NEXT STEPS