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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Business Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Excel Formulas, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, User Story, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Management, Data Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Software Development Life Cycle, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Quality Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Visio, Power BI, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Business Analysis, Scrum (Software Development), Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Business Analysis Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, Project Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Risk Management, Microsoft Power Platform, Business Process Improvement, Problem Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    930 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM Business Analyst with Excel, SQL & Cognos Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Risk Mitigation, Business Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Project Scoping, Process Flow Diagrams, Stakeholder Analysis, Process Optimization, Data Visualization, Requirements Management, Prompt Engineering, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Digital Transformation, Responsible AI, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Business Requirements

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    13K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera Project Network

    Business Analysis & Process Management

    Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Business Process, Business Analysis, Workflow Management, Process Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Computer Literacy

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    7K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Starweaver

    Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®)

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Business Analysis, Backlogs, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Process, User Requirements Documents, User Story, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Business Modeling, Business Process Improvement, Business Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Business Strategies, Financial Analysis, Performance Measurement, Systems Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Business Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    310 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Fraud detection, Business Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Business Intelligence, Financial Data, Business Research, Marketing Analytics, Talent Management, Financial Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Human Resources Management and Planning, Peer Review, Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Operations Research, Financial Statement Analysis, Analytics, Financial Forecasting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    18K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    SAP

    SAP Business Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Process Design, Requirements Management, Business Process, Process Mapping, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Improvement, Business Systems Analysis, Business Risk Management, Gap Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Requirements

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    109 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Gap Analysis, Analysis, Business Analytics, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Systems Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Technology Strategies, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Change Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    334 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Fundamentals of Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Communications, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Requirements Management, Change Management, Performance Analysis, Project Performance, Business Development, Quality Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Project Network

    Introduction to Business Analysis Using Spreadsheets: Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, Productivity Software, Business Analysis, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Statistics, Analysis, Statistics, Excel Formulas, Data Cleansing, Mathematical Software

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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Starweaver

    IIBA® Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Requirements Management, Business Analysis, Performance Improvement, Business Requirements, Case Studies, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance, Business Process Modeling, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Prioritization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    119 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Ggplot2, Tableau Software, Sampling (Statistics), Presentations, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, LinkedIn, Dashboard, Data Processing, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development

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    4.8
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business analysis courses

  • Microsoft Business Analyst: Microsoft
  • Business Analysis Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • IBM Business Analyst with Excel, SQL & Cognos Analytics: IBM
  • Business Analysis & Process Management: Coursera Project Network
  • Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®): Starweaver
  • Business Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
  • SAP Business Analyst: SAP
  • Introduction to Business Analysis: IBM
  • Fundamentals of Business Analysis : Starweaver
  • Introduction to Business Analysis Using Spreadsheets: Basics: Coursera Project Network

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Frequently Asked Questions about Business Analysis

Browse the business analysis courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

  • Microsoft Business Analyst: Microsoft
  • Business Analysis Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®): Starweaver
  • Business Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
  • SAP Business Analyst: SAP
  • Introduction to Business Analysis: IBM‎

These beginner-friendly courses offer a solid introduction to business analysis without requiring prior experience:

  • Business Analysis Fundamentals – Covers key techniques for analyzing and improving business processes.
  • Introduction to Business Analytics from Wharton – A foundational look at how data informs decisions.
  • Microsoft Business Analyst Certificate – Includes structured learning on dashboards, data modeling, and stakeholder communication.‎

The Microsoft Business Analyst Professional Certificate spans 3 months, focusing on:

  • User stories
  • Microsoft Power Automate/Flow
  • Quality management

It uses tools like Python, Excel, Power BI, and GitHub.

Meanwhile, the IBM Business Analyst Professional Certificate takes 12 weeks, emphasizing:

  • Stakeholder analysis
  • Responsible AI
  • Data storytelling

It uses tools like Python, Excel, Looker Studio, and Power BI.

Both courses target data analyst and business analyst roles and cover core topics like Excel formulas and business requirements but differ in depth and specialized areas. Choose based on whether you prefer:

  • The Microsoft certificate for a quicker program with a focus on process flow and automation tools
  • The IBM certificate for a more comprehensive approach with a focus on risk management and AI.‎

Start by considering whether you’re looking to enter the field, strengthen your decision-making skills, or apply tools like Excel, SQL, or Tableau.

  • For a job-ready path into business analysis, try the Google Business Intelligence Professional Certificate.
  • If you want to develop foundational business analysis skills, explore the Business Analysis Process course from Tableau.
  • To apply business analysis tools in Excel, SQL, and Power BI, consider Excel Skills for Business: Advanced or Data Analysis and Visualization with Power BI.‎
  • A course focuses on one area—like Business Analysis Fundamentals.
  • A Specialization helps you master broader skills through a series of courses—like Business Analytics Specialization from Wharton.
  • A Professional Certificate is designed to prepare you for a job, with career-aligned training and projects—such as the Google Business Intelligence Certificate or IBM Data Analyst Certificate, both of which support business analysis career paths. ‎

Click here to ask ChatGPT to find the right Business Analysis course on Coursera for your learning goals.‎

Yes. You can start learning business analysis on Coursera for free in two ways:

  • Preview the first module of many business analysis courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
  • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in business analysis, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

You’ll learn how to gather and analyze data, identify business needs, model processes, and communicate insights to stakeholders. Courses often include training in tools like Excel, SQL, Tableau, or business process modeling techniques.‎

No experience is required. Beginner-friendly courses are available and will walk you through the basics of business analysis, decision-making, and working with data.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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