Advance your career as a business analyst. Gain the skills needed for an in-demand career in business analysis in just 3 months. No prior experience is required to get started.
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Learners who complete this program will receive a 50% discount coupon for the PL-900 certification exam.
Business analytics is a field that is becoming increasingly important across industries. As organizations become more data-driven, the need for skilled analysts to help them make sense of that data is increasing. Business analytics occupations are expected to grow by 14% between 2018 and 2028. This is 9% faster than the average for all occupations.
The role of a business analyst is pivotal in guiding organizations into a data-driven decision-making process. They analyze, interpret, and measure business processes and data, providing insights to shape strategic decisions.
This Microsoft Professional Certificate prepares you for an entry-level role in this field, offering a unique combination of technical and strategic skills that are important in today’s marketplace. As a leader in the technology and business solutions industry, Microsoft offers unparalleled training in business analytics.
The program includes assessments, tests, and practical activities, offering a practical understanding of these concepts in a business context.
When you graduate, you will have tangible examples to talk about in job interviews, and you will also be prepared to pass the Microsoft PL-900 certification exam.
1 Iacolino, T. (2023, March 21). Research on Leading Industries Adopting Business Analytics Professionalism. IIBA
Hands-on Learning Project
This program is specifically designed around the key skills required in business analyst roles. In each course, you will refine what you have learned by completing a practical project that simulates real-world business analysis scenarios. You will also complete a final project in which you work on solving a fictional business problem as a business analyst. The project will include training on:
• Real-world scenario focusing on investigation, stakeholder management, business process improvement, business case establishment, requirements engineering, project delivery and tracking, and solution validation.
To complete your learning, you will take a sample exam conducted in a style similar to Microsoft’s industry-recognized PL-900: Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals exam.
