Comprehensive Business Analysis And Systems Development

Master the art of business analysis and systems development with practical tools, techniques, and methodologies.

What you'll learn

Definition, characteristics, and elements of systems.

Mastery of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) framework.

Techniques for business analysis, stakeholder management, and requirement analysis.

Tools for system modeling, including context and sequence diagrams.

Methods for conducting feasibility studies and designing logical systems.

Best practices for software quality assurance and structured analysis.

Requirements

Basic understanding of business or IT systems is helpful but not mandatory. An eagerness to learn and apply systems analysis and design techniques. Access to a computer for hands-on exercises and modeling tools.

Description

In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, the role of systems analysis and design has become pivotal for businesses to remain competitive. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of systems analysis, business analysis, and system design methodologies. From understanding the foundational elements of a system to advanced tools for structured analysis, students will acquire practical skills to analyze requirements, design solutions, and ensure software quality.Section 1: Introduction to SystemsThis foundational section introduces students to the definition and characteristics of a system. It sets the groundwork for understanding how systems function as interconnected components within larger frameworks.Section 2: Elements and Types of SystemsStudents delve deeper into the elements that form a system and explore the various types of information systems. This section also covers system hierarchies, enabling learners to appreciate the structure and classification of systems.Section 3: SDLC and Business AnalysisThis section focuses on the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), an essential framework for system development, and explores key concepts in business analysis. Students gain insights into the systematic approach to developing and analyzing systems.Section 4: Types of RequirementsHere, students learn the nuances of business analysis planning, stakeholder analysis, and requirement management. From planning approaches to understanding inputs and outputs, this section provides a strong foundation for managing requirements effectively.Section 5: Enterprise AnalysisThis section explores enterprise analysis, focusing on defining business needs, assessing capability gaps, and determining solution approaches. Students also learn to create business cases and understand enterprise architecture.Section 6: Information Gathering ToolsEffective system analysis requires robust data collection. This section introduces tools and techniques such as interviews, questionnaires, Joint Application Design (JAD), and sampling methods to gather and analyze information efficiently.Section 7: System ModelingStudents are introduced to modeling techniques, including context models, sequence diagrams, and object models. These visual tools are essential for representing systems and their interactions effectively.Section 8: Feasibility AnalysisThis section guides students through feasibility studies, covering economic, schedule, and technical feasibility. It provides a structured approach to evaluating the viability of proposed systems.Section 9: System DesignIn this section, students learn about logical system design, output design considerations, and IT system audits. Practical examples help learners apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios.Section 10: Requirements Management and CommunicationManaging and communicating requirements is critical for successful system development. This section covers managing solution scope, traceability, and reusable requirements, ensuring effective stakeholder communication.Section 11: Requirement AnalysisStudents are introduced to requirement prioritization, modeling concepts, and the validation of requirements. This section emphasizes the importance of defining assumptions and constraints during the analysis phase.Section 12: Solution Assessment and ValidationThis section provides techniques for assessing solutions, evaluating organizational readiness, and validating solutions using tools like force field analysis.Section 13: Software QualityA critical component of system development, this section focuses on software quality assurance, types of software testing, usability testing, and software maintenance. Students learn to implement quality standards to ensure robust system performance.Section 14: Tools for Structured AnalysisThe course concludes with an introduction to structured analysis tools such as Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), decision tables, and practical examples, reinforcing the concepts covered throughout the course.ConclusionBy the end of this course, students will possess a comprehensive understanding of systems analysis, design methodologies, and quality assurance. They will be equipped with the skills to analyze requirements, model systems, and ensure that the developed solutions meet organizational needs effectively.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Definition of a System

Lecture 2 Characteristics of the System

Section 2: Elements and Types of Systems

Lecture 3 Elements of the System

Lecture 4 Types of Information Systems

Lecture 5 System Hierarchy

Section 3: SDLC and Business Analysis

Lecture 6 System Development Life Cycle

Lecture 7 Key Concepts in Business Analysis

Section 4: Types of Requirements

Lecture 8 Business Analysis Planning and High Level Task

Lecture 9 Planning A Business Analysis Approach

Lecture 10 Inputs and Elements of BA Approach

Lecture 11 Output - Plan BA Approach

Lecture 12 Stakeholder Analysis - Input - Output Diagram

Lecture 13 Techniques Stakeholder Analysis

Lecture 14 Plan BA Activities - Stakeholder

Section 5: Enterprise Analysis

Lecture 15 Enterprise Analysis

Lecture 16 Enterprise Analysis - Input Output Diagram

Lecture 17 Input and Output - Define Business Need

Lecture 18 Assess Capability Gaps

Lecture 19 Enterprise Architecture

Lecture 20 Determine Solution Approach

Lecture 21 Steps to Determine Solution Approach

Lecture 22 Define Business Case

Section 6: Information Gathering Tools

Lecture 23 Information Gathering Tools

Lecture 24 Output Information Gathering Phase

Lecture 25 Background Research

Lecture 26 Decide Whom to Interview

Lecture 27 Joint Application Design (JAD)

Lecture 28 JAD Participants

Lecture 29 JAD Participants - IT Representative

Lecture 30 Questionnaires

Lecture 31 Administrating Questionnaires

Lecture 32 Sampling Method

Section 7: System Modelling

Lecture 33 System Modelling

Lecture 34 Contex Model

Lecture 35 Context Diagram - Example

Lecture 36 Sequence Diagram

Lecture 37 Example - Sequence Diagram

Lecture 38 Object Model

Section 8: Feasability Analysis

Lecture 39 Feasibility Analysis

Lecture 40 What is a Feasibility Study ?

Lecture 41 Economic Feasibility

Lecture 42 Types of Benefits

Lecture 43 Schedule Feasibility

Section 9: System Design

Lecture 44 System Design

Lecture 45 Logical System Design

Lecture 46 Output Design - Objective

Lecture 47 Factors to Consider - Output Design

Lecture 48 IT Systems Audit

Lecture 49 IT Systems Example

Section 10: Requirements Management and Communication

Lecture 50 Requirements Management and Communication

Lecture 51 Manage Solution Scope

Lecture 52 Manage Requirement Traceability

Lecture 53 Maintain Requirements for RE- Use

Lecture 54 Which Requirements Can BE Re - Used

Lecture 55 Prepare Requirements Package

Section 11: Requirement Analysis

Lecture 56 Requirement Analysis

Lecture 57 Elements - Requirement Prioritization

Lecture 58 Modeling Concepts for Business Analysis

Lecture 59 Define Assumptions and Constraints

Lecture 60 Validate Requirements

Section 12: Solution Assessment and Validation

Lecture 61 Solution Assessment and Validation

Lecture 62 Techniques for Assessing Solutions

Lecture 63 Assess Organizational Readiness

Lecture 64 Force Field Analysis

Lecture 65 Elements of Solution Validation

Section 13: Software Quality

Lecture 66 Software Quality

Lecture 67 Verification and Validation

Lecture 68 Types of Software Testing

Lecture 69 Usability Testing

Lecture 70 Software Maintenance

Lecture 71 Adaptive Maintenance

Lecture 72 Quality Assurance

Lecture 73 Levels of Quality Assurance

Section 14: Tools for structured analysis

Lecture 74 Tools for Structured Analysis

Lecture 75 Data Flow Diagram is Not Flow Chart

Lecture 76 Types of DFDs

Lecture 77 DFD Example - Coffee Shop

Lecture 78 Decision Tables

Aspiring business analysts and system analysts.,IT professionals looking to enhance their system design and analysis skills.,Project managers and team leads involved in system development projects.,Students and professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of system development and quality assurance.