Every great Business Analyst starts with the basics — and this section is your launchpad. Think of it as your BA 101, where we strip away the jargon and focus on the essentials that form the backbone of the profession.

What This Section Covers: You’ll explore the role of a Business Analyst, core responsibilities, and how BAs differ from Project Managers or Product Owners. We’ll walk through fundamental frameworks like SDLC and Agile, introduce you to requirement-gathering techniques, and explain key tools like JIRA, Visio, and Lucidchart in simple, practical terms.

Why It’s Beneficial: Mastering the basics ensures you build a strong platform for advanced skills. You’ll gain clarity on BA fundamentals, understand how to apply them in real projects, and feel more confident stepping into interviews, certifications, or your first BA role. In short, this section transforms curiosity into capability.