The field of Business Analysis is ever evolving, shaped by shifts in the business landscape and technological advancements, particularly the influence of AI. Amidst these changes, the one enduring factor is the need for the individuals in this role to adapt and grow. Take part in an inspiring odyssey that fuses the CliftonStrengths® methodology with the fundamental principles of the BABOK® guide. Immerse yourself in the art of strengths-based development, delving into the ways your inherent strengths can harmonize with and amplify the diverse competencies every Business Analyst endeavours to enhance. Dates: 29 Feb & 7 March 2023

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Join the 2 Workshop Training Series: BA Competency Enhancement Using CliftonStrengths® (BACE)

Business Analysis is a constantly changing field, influenced by both business trends and technological growth, especially with AI's rise. Even with these shifts, the constant is the adaptability and growth of its professionals. Join a unique workshop that combines the CliftonStrengths® approach with the core concepts of the BABOK® guide. Dive into a journey of understanding your innate strengths and how they can complement the skills every Business Analyst aims to improve.

COURSE DELIVERY METHOD

This workshop series consists of 2 scheduled live-instructor led 2 hour long sessions with practical real world examples, templates and assignments and fun quizzes.

Workshop 1: The BA X-Factor : A compass for self-awareness | 29 February 2024, 5pm - 7pm Australian Eastern Standard Time
Workshop 2: Developing skills for the future: A Strengths-Based approach to developing Underlying Competencies | 7 March 2024, 5pm - 7pm Australian Eastern Standard Time

You have full access to the online workshop facilitator is available to you during the workshop series. They will provide you with assistance, answer your questions and provide assignment feedback (where applicable).

This workshop series is a great way to start your preparation for the future of Business Analysis

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: All experience levels are welcome and will gain value from this workshop series.

BONUS INCLUSIONS (Limited Time)

Ongoing investment in core Strengths remains essential for BAs to be effective when performing your role and hence we decided to include this bonus resource for everyone interested to join our workshop!

You will have ongoing access to the following Digital Resource in addition to this workshop series:

The Power of Strengths for Individuals digital workbook
Unlimited support and 12 months access to BAE Portal

HOW IT WORKS

Once you registered for the Workshop Series, you will receive the Zoom Details to use to join each workshop as scheduled. You will also be onboarded in our BAE Portal where additional workshop materials will made available to you. ALL WORKSHOP SESSIONS ARE RECORDED AND UPLOADED TO THE BAE PORTAL FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE.

You will receive the details of your individually assigned certified tutor who will be available to answer any questions during the workshop series. The workshop series works as follows:

You will need to complete your personal Strengths Assessment before you attend the workshop. You receive all details of this once you are enrolled.
You join via Zoom on the scheduled date & time.
Each session is recorded and made available in your BAE Portal dashboard.
Each workshop will assign a short practical survey to assess your Underlying Competencies – this insight will guide your ongoing development.
If you attend both workshops in the series, you will receive a completion certificate.

BAE PORTAL

All of your workshop resources will be available via our BAE Learning Management Portal. It is a user friendly and easy to use online platform that you can access from any where in the world and from any device.

Workshop Topics

WORKSHOP SERIES 1 - 2 OUTLINE

Workshop 1: The BA X-Factor: A compass for self-awareness

NameIT: Overview and Understanding of CliftonStrengths®

Uncover your unique X-Factor identified through the CliftonStrengths® assessment
Gain practical tools and valuable insights for applying your strengths to boost productivity, engagement, and competencies.
Foundation in strengths-based development, encouraging creative thinking and visual interpretation.
A walkthrough of CliftonStrengths® results and their 34 themes, enabling participants to harness their behavioural characteristics, such as adaptability

ClaimIT: Claim the Power and Edge of your Strengths

Explore how CliftonStrengths affect who people are, what they do, and their contributions, needs and values. Learn to practice using your dominant Strengths to accomplish specific tasks or respond to situations.
Uncover the potential blind spots of Strengths and determine ways to apply your Strengths in a more effective manner.
Collaborative reflections, where participants resonate their strengths with real-world scenarios, amalgamating their problem-solving and conceptual thinking competencies.
Develop your innate talents into powerful strengths.

Workshop 2: Developing skills for the future: A Strengths-Based approach to developing Underlying Competencies

Insight: Understanding IIBA® Competencies

Overview of the Underlying Competencies and how they underpin the BA role.
Detailed examination and alignment of CliftonStrengths® to competencies such as Analytical Thinking, Communication Skills, and Interaction Skills.
Interactive sessions that extrapolate the strengths to competencies like leadership, influencing, and teamwork.

AimIT: Applying Strengths to IIBA® Competencies

Review Competency survey results, identifying areas for development
Constructive guidance to formulate SMART goals, intertwining strengths with IIBA competencies, fostering a holistic development path.
Crafting a personal development trajectory, empowering BAs with tools to enhance negotiation, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.

How it works

Accreditation

IIBA ENDORSED EDUCATION

This workshop series is IIBA® Endorsed and you will earn 6 PD hours / CDUs upon successful completion.

BA COMPETENCY ENHANCEMENT USING CliftonStrengths® (BACE) | 2-WORKSHOP TRAINING SERIES | LIVE SESSION