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Business analyst training with a guaranteed UK work placement

Master the critical thinking, requirements and process skills that business analysts use every day. Real placement, real projects, real stakeholders.

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Programme overview

The Business Analyst Training Programme builds the analytical, problem solving and stakeholder skills required to succeed in business analysis. The course covers data analysis, process improvement, business strategy and stakeholder management. a guaranteed 12 week work placement puts you inside a real business, applying BA techniques to live company projects. Suitable for newcomers, career changers and professionals formalising existing analytical skills with certification.

Duration

28 weeks total

Credential

Certificate of completion

Training

16 weeks self study, tutor supported

Placement

12 week placement, guaranteed

What You Will Gain

The outcomes built into the programme

Comprehensive training in evaluating business needs, processes and data driven decisions

Real world work experience — a guaranteed 12 week placement in a business analyst role

Certificate of completion to boost your CV

Practical learning with data analysis tools, reporting techniques and stakeholder management

Career support and mentorship from experienced business analysts

Programme Features

What is included

12 week work placement

Hands on experience in a real business environment, working on live projects to develop your analytical skills.

Flexible learning

Study at your own pace with online tutor led sessions.

Certificate of completion

A business analyst qualification that enhances your job prospects.

Expert mentorship and career support

Guidance from experienced analysts who help with CV writing and interview preparation.

Who Is This Programme For?

Designed for these learners

Aspiring BAs entering business analysis, consulting or data analytics
Graduates from business, IT, economics or related backgrounds
Career changers from operations, finance or IT roles
Professionals upskilling with a recognised qualification
Founders improving operations and strategic planning
Project managers and consultants strengthening their analysis toolkit

Requirements

What you need to take part

No prior experience required — suitable for beginners and professionals
Basic computer literacy and an analytical, curious mindset
Comfortable with documents, spreadsheets and basic collaboration tools
Access to a laptop or desktop computer
Commitment to complete the 28 week training and placement programme

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Syllabus

Module by module breakdown

The training phase covers these modules in sequence. Each module includes self study material, applied exercises and course tutor support.

Weeks 1-2

The role of the modern BA

Where the BA sits between business and tech and what good output looks like.

Weeks 3-5

Requirements elicitation

Interviews, workshops, observation, document analysis.

Weeks 6-8

Process modelling

BPMN, swim lanes, as is vs to be, identifying waste.

Weeks 9-11

Documentation that ships

User stories, acceptance criteria, BRDs, FRDs.

Weeks 12-13

Stakeholders and change

RACI, stakeholder maps, change impact, communications planning.

Weeks 14-16

Tooling and reporting

Jira, Confluence, Lucidchart, Miro and Power BI.

Fees and funding

Be clear about what is and is not included

Speak to an advisor for current programme fees. Tooling access (Jira, Confluence) is provided during the placement.

Tuition can be paid in full or in monthly instalments. Speak to an advisor for the exact figure for your chosen start date.

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Programme FAQ

Honest answers about this programme

Do I need an IT background?

No. We start from first principles. A logical mindset and good written communication matter more than technical experience.

Will I work on real projects?

Yes. The placement places you inside a live business analysis team working on actual project deliverables, not exercises.

Is this BCS Foundation aligned?

The content covers the topics tested in BCS Foundation. You can choose to sit the BCS exam independently after the programme.

How long until I can earn as a Business Analyst?

Most learners begin earning as a junior BA within four to eight months of starting the programme, including the placement period.