Business Analyst Training Part 1 : How to Break Into Business Analysis With No Experience!

[@karaleise]

Please checkout my free courses on business analysis for everything you need to jump start your career: karaleise.com/business-analyst-free-courses/

[@valivalithuba3032]

Hi Kara I'm Vali Mkalipi from South African and very interested join your course plz I really wanna start at the moment I'm a sales manager and I have background in administration thank you in advance

[@karaleise]

@@valivalithuba3032 Hi Vali, thanks so much for checking out the video. Can you email me at [e-mail] so I can add you to the course waiting list?

[@AlexisFisher-l8g]

is this still available? the link isn't working

[@WvyGoddess]

I clicked on this page SOOOO fast! I'm an adjuster trying to transition into either a business or data analyst role. I'm in the early phases of research trying to figure out a game plan. Recently I've been looking up day in the life videos for analyst roles but no one looks like me. I was so excited to find your page. I haven't even watched yet but I just wanted to show some love

[@karaleise]

Thanks Kayla! I appreciate the sub!!! Please be sure to check out my other video on strategies to land your first BA job with no experience :kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXbQe6iYrNqCe5o

[@WvyGoddess]

@@karaleise I'm at work now with a bunch of tabs open full of your videos. I plan on watching that next so I can take a few notes :)

[@Kelly-vj4dq]

As a struggling, first-gen, black girl majoring in business analytics, your channel is a godsend!! Gives me such hope :,)

[@collinschukwuyenum2524]

Thank you for doing this, i am currently doing my MBA. I thought of learning BA as a beginner knowing i will need it later on. when i am done with my MBA. I hope to watch more of your content and help me grown as i begin this journey

[@monyaymusic2699]

Thank you for this video this was very helpful! I have financial degree and now getting my MBA in project management. Self taught on html and css so that’s good to know it works hand in hand.

[@Liberatedt]

Thank you for sharing this information. I recently started a career as a BA and this is valuable information for people just started in the field.

[@HardKore5250]

Mai Tai How you get in I want to do it?

[@ummadisingnagarjunababu109]

Hi congratulations Mai Tai I am also in the same situation as a job seeker in previous you know the struggle of a fresher or not relevant Experience please tell me the way how you got opportunity it helps us this is my email [e-mail] sent me your valuable information thank you

[@kafuiekouhoho1432]

I love the tips about the case studies. This can also be applied to other carriers path. It is just like the way young architects have s portfolio of imaginary building they've designed

[@theprimemoon]

I’m SOOOOOOO excited I found your channel! I’ll be watching everything and emailing questions as they come!

[@Adam-tp8py]

Another excellent video. Interview week and I'm just parsing all of this great info as fast as you can say it!

[@princesseweka8962]

Have watched a lot of your videos and they are very helpful, please do you have a mentorship class?

[@shanawejuli5848]

Loved the tangible action items. Thank you!

[@oorishawo]

Hi Kara, i will suggest you number the videos in a sequence to make learning structured. I am addicted to your videos now

[@karaleise]

Great suggestion! Thanks

[@alillianjohnnson8542]

Thank you for taking time to do this. . . it is refreshing to see. Don't stop. Keep them coming.

[@karaleise]

Thank you! So glad you found it useful!

[@tashirobinson5661]

Thank you! Finally a video that I can understand about B.A. Lol.

[@karaleise]

Thank you!

[@rizishere19]

Thanks for making such an insightful video..

[@karaleise]

Good comments make me happy! Thank you for watching!

[@venettasimone387]

This was very helpful! I am going to binge a little through your videos to better prepare myself and build my portfolio. I am hoping I can recover an analyst project I did while at a previous job. Advice to career newbies: SAVE YOUR PROJECTS FOR YOUR PERSONAL REFERENCE! I wish I had done that. :(

[@karaleise]

Thanks Venetta! This is a great point you mentioned - always keep a portfolio of your past projects because employers often ask for work sample.

[@jmc3179]

Great video Kara.

[@passionbell3885]

Love this video

[@RohitChouhan-dj7se]

THANKS FOR THE QUALITY VIDEO MINE OF INFORMATION

[@vinodkalpaka]

Where can I find case studies ?

[@lolam751]

Thank you, your videos are very resourceful.

[@priyagaba1000]

Keep posting 😊😊😊

[@priyagaba1000]

Thanks for this

[@Yourlife_94a]

Yes I create my own case studies in every field or watch them on KZbin and incorporate them on my cv 😂😂😂

[@vanditatomar6409]

As a Salesforce business analyst any one wants to start a career.what they should do.

[@guyturner1838]

Really good advice. I have recently just broke into the role of a Business Systems Analyst with a local energy company. We are an Agile Scrum ran shop, but I don't know how to go about the elicitation techniques. As a contractor, they're expecting a lot out of me. :-( How can I gain the confidence of the team? Help!!

[@karaleise]

Hi Guy, thanks for checking out my videos! I have done a video on elicitation techniques that you can use. Here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5WrqZl9jZJ_iqM To gain the confidence of your team, first everyone knows you are new so they do not expect you to know everything up front! Next, leverage being new by using it to learn as much as you can about the business and industry. When you get your next project, start by talking to the people closest to the clients, try to find out what the clients use cases are and the jobs the clients are trying to do. Start the conversations by saying that although you are knowledgeable in business analysis you are starting from scratch in understanding how your company serves it's clients energy needs because you want to listen to the voice of the client and understand what their goals are instead of imposing your own assumptions on what they might need that way you can be sure that the solution develops meets their needs. State that you will be asking a lot of clarifying questions just to make sure you understand the client's world and that will help you to work through coming up with the best solution for them. And then start asking questions. What this does is set the expectation from whoever you are talking to and will lead to them having more confidence in you later on when you suggest ideas because you will be armed with the knowledge you got from the research and conversations you've had which will likely be more insightful than what others have assumed. In the mean time, I will be doing more videos on requirements elicitation so look out for more coming soon!!!

[@jayhoops2455]

Thank you so much, very helpful.

[@capablecareers]

SO helpful!

[@ehabsaid8678]

Hi, I think the only way to become a business analyst is to have some experience in IT field and then getting a BA qualification and get promoted

[@anastashiasobers8823]

Your hair is so beautiful

[@phandiem91]

Thank you so much. So inspiring

[@biostephan1685]

Well this is useful thanks 🤗

[@AC-xi1op]

I am so happy I found you and this video!!!!! Any suggestions on how to put a case study on a resume? I also recommend seeking out internships & gaining experience that way!

[@karaleise]

Hi Ashia! Thanks for checking out the videos. Seeking internship is an excellent way to break into the field. Thanks for sharing that! As for putting your case study on the resume, I answered this question a few comments below. Here is what I said: you can include the case study in its own section on your resume. For example, you can create a section called "Relevant Experience" and highlight the main parts of the case study there. The important thing is to NOT be misleading and not to attempt to suggest that this is actual work experience.

[@sammiesam3009]

Lol great content!!! I may become a business analyst because of a Myers-Briggs’ test 😂😂😂

[@salimalbitar]

What's your personality type?

[@sammiesam3009]

salim albitar ISTJ

[@slinkydonkey]

I am thinking about becoming a BA Is the test worth doing?

[@ummadisingnagarjunababu109]

Thanks mam for giving useful information and please help us by making videos about live scenarios which enhance our confidence to become BA

[@unfolded_things]

Hello .. I just found your KZbin channel and honestly I'm looking forward for a career switch into business analyst and your video really helped. I am almost zero with coding and everything and that's what scares me...

[@karaleise]

Hi Su, thanks for watching. Dont be scared...you dont need to code to be a BA!

[@unfolded_things]

@@karaleise thankyou for your reply.. :)

[@unfolded_things]

@@karaleise Hello, Thankyou for your reply. Yes I am looking forward to follow and learn more about this field.

[@karaleise]

HI everyone! Please join my new facebook group called Real World Business Analysis, where we can share ideas and I can answer some of your questions. facebook.com/groups/2458571397498087/ Thanks!

[@foxskinn]

the first thing that employers usually look at is the resume. how would do you reflect your case studies in the resume? :O

[@karaleise]

Thanks so much for checking out the video! You can include the case study in its own section in your resume. For example, you can create a section called "Relevant Experience" and highlight the main parts of the case study there. The important thing is to not be misleading and not to attempt to suggest that this is actual work experience.

[@786sheerali]

Work sample ? How do I get that ?

[@Carrytheg]

Thanks! I have spent Ten years in I.T handling projects and all other IT stuff I have BA in History(long story) but it has helped my writing and analytical as well as communication skills. Do you think that will help my chances in becoming a BA? Thanks

[@karaleise]

Hi Alexander, thank you for watching! You are more than ready to become a Business Analyst as you are (1) already able to communicate well to technical teams and (2) have a lot of transferable skills. You can definitly make the switch! Checkout my website www.karaleise.com for more resources for BAs for transitioning to BA role. Hope this helps!

[@dyalahamadi2327]

Bi Book ?! what is that ? 5:08

[@karaleise]

Dyala Thank you for watching the video! It's the BABOK - the business analyst body of knowledge. Its the handbook every business analyst needs. You can find it on amazon here: amzn.to/2uwvDqy

[@jmc3179]

@@karaleise Thank you both! Came to the comments to actually find this... :)

[@HarpreetSingh-gz3mh]

Hi there ma'am, so I'm currently pursing my bachelor degree in MIS(MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS) and minor in Healthcare informatics, do you think I would be able to get a business analyst job and if I would need to know specific coding for example SQL or Rstudio

[@karaleise]

Hi Harpreet, thank you for watching the video and supporting my channel. No you do not need to knowing codng to be a Business Analyst. While knowing SQL particularly is very helpful for some BA roles that require you to manipulate data and build reports, it is not at all a must to get started in the career. I would suggest since you are already in school that you take advantage and learn these as it can be expensive to learn later and it is incredibly useful. Its good to know these for sure and you'd be at an advantage if you commit to learning them - but it does not preclude you from starting in this field at all . Hope that helps!

[@mrstclay]

great video!

[@ochuutv7195]

Snagit for mockups... is good too

[@karaleise]

Yes, I usually use Snagit for recording my screen but it can be used for mockups too. Thanks for sharing!

[@juanlewis8446]

What book??

[@karaleise]

Hi Juan! Thanks for checking out the video! Your question is a little vague but I'm going to assume you are asking about the BABOK ( Business Analyst Body of Knowledge). Here is the link on amazon: amzn.to/2Wxwa97

[@varunmistry7590]

Ma'am, I'll be studying business analytics and project management-IT. Can I work as a Business Analysis after studying these courses since I think that both courses will cover the skillsets of Business Analysis?

[@karaleise]

Hi Varun, Yes those are great career choices that align well with becoming a Business Analyst later.

[@varunmistry7590]

@@karaleise yaa , actually thought of asking as business analytics is more data oriented and project management is purely non technical. Knowledge of data and management would be great combo to become a business analyst (analysis) management role

[@shyhope6668]

Hello, where can you receive your BA certificate?

[@karaleise]

Hi Shy, thanks for watching. The most recognized BA certs are offered from IIBA (iiba.org). You can find cert courses listed here: karaleise.com/business-analyst-certification-courses/

[@REALTIMETRAININGBA]

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[@uchennacharles2985]

Am interested

[@karaleise]

Thanks for watching Uchenna! You can find out more from my website www.karaleise.com and check out the tab on free courses.

[@coreydouglas1920]

Do you suggest me take a data analysis course/certification in order to start ? I already have a business degree

[@karaleise]

I suggest you start. You already have the education to get your first BA job. If you think you need personalized help, you can book a consult with me here: go.oncehub.com/KaraLeise. But dont wait to get your certs - start!

[@coreydouglas1920]

@@karaleise thank you

[@sakunalaknidu5025]

Thankz for the amazing content ,and i complete a business analytics certificate cause after my higher education ,so can i become a business analytics ?

[@karaleise]

Hi Sakuna, thanks for checking out the video! Business Analytics is slightly different from Business Analysis. Since you completed the certificate already its time to go out there and apply!

[@ehabsaid8678]

All BA jobs require years of experience

[@mananjain3255]

Thanks for the information!! You mentioned case studies as a way to gain 'experience' I recently enrolled in a free course by springboard with a great (and easy) case study of airbnb Could you recommend other case studies that will help me get started in BA

[@nikhilreddy8364]

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[@nithyasree2698]

Hi , what I have to learn to become a business analyst?...I don't know what u r telling about case study

[@karaleise]

Hi Nithya thanks for checking out the video! You can see some of my top rated online business analyst beginner courses here: karaleise.com/business-analyst-beginner-courses/ This can give you some background on how to get started in the field.

[@nithyasree2698]

@@karaleise thank you so much

[@aysajoy7059]

I will have an undergrad in something non-related but have over 10 years of sales experience. Do you think pursuing a masters in Business Analysis could help me be a competitive applicant?

[@karaleise]

Having any business masters degree is great for getting a competitive advantage in the corporate job market. I don't think the masters has to be in business analysis but it doesn't hurt. Also know that the IIBA also has certification courses that can help get you the accreditation as a business analyst. For now though, employers are not asking for neither the IIBA cert nor a Business Analysis Master's Degree. Most employers just ask for a bachelors or masters in some business related field as their education requirement. So getting the masters in Business Analysis would be impressive but it is not a must. Hope that helps!

[@aysajoy7059]

@@karaleise thank you so much for replying!

[@bassamatheeque7517]

Appreciate your video. But just to put out a point here: there is a big difference between Business Analysis and Business Analytics. Please make it clear before explaining them.

[@karaleise]

Thank you Bassam for checking out the video! Yes there is a big difference between business analysis and business analytics. This video focuses on business analysis. Business analysis is the title of the video and business analysis is what I talk about here as well. I don't think there is any reason to confuse what I am talking about here with business analytics, however, I am happy you point these two fields out and I will consider doing a video just to highlight the differences between the two. Thanks again!!

[@chintanmehta6300]

Can you share 1 work sample, so a fresher can understand how to write it

[@karaleise]

Hi Chintan, thanks for watching the video! You can check out my free courses on business analysis which includes examples of how to write business analysis documents. Find it here: karaleise.com/business-analyst-free-courses/

[@TheTruthSeeker756]

Come on people! 23k views and only 600 thumbs up? We can do BETTER. 👍

[@karaleise]

I love you The Truth!

[@omkarsalvi3726]

What package income is for BA

[@karaleise]

Hey, thanks for checking out the video! The income really depends on country and even state or city where you are. Also it depends on the tier BA as well, for example tier 1 - 3 or junior and senior BA and so on. You can do a search in your area for this career and maybe they will give you salary ranges.

[@joeybiden5448]

I want a carrier that requires no work.

[@robotinthebrain]

Programming is a career we can nreak into without experience ? What did you smoke ?? !!!

[@karaleise]

This video talks about breaking into business analysis without prior experience, not breaking into programming. Thank you!

[@youtubemaximizer]

U need to be very articulate nd yur voice needs more clarity...