Business Analysis
MO-334
Recommend solutions to support organizational change through a comprehensive analysis of business and enterprise needs.

Program Highlights

  • Apply your learning through real-world, experiential learning opportunities with community partners from a variety of industries.
  • Attain entry-level Certified Business Analysis credential (e-CBA) through IIBA.
  • Complete Lean 6 Sigma Yellow Belt

  • Achieve micro-badges in Process Mapping and Analytics with the Mohawk/IBM partnership.

  • Courses are being delivered remotely with a mix of self-directed online learning and scheduled online classes where we meet face-to-face via Zoom.

  • Build your professional brand by participating in workshops and industry networking opportunities.

This is a BYOD (Bring your own device) program. See Laptop Requirements under Additional Information.

What you'll learn

  • Use a variety of business analysis techniques, skills and knowledge to support new or improved innovative business processes.
  • Develop and document business processes and business models according to established business analysis practices, timelines and project goals.
  • Develop strategies to bridge gaps between requirements and existing systems using appropriate business analysis techniques and documentation to support change to a business system.
  • Assess solutions to business improvements using established benchmarks and evidence-based decision-making techniques.
  • Use a project management approach to communicate technical and business information to a variety of stakeholders.

This is a BYOD (Bring your own device) program. See Laptop Requirements under Additional Information. 

 Semester 1Semester 2

Total Tuition & Ancillary Fees

$8,600.00 $8,600.00 
Co-op FeesN/AN/A

Program Compulsory Fees

$51.41 $0.00
International Tax Recovery$450.00 $375.00 
Total International Charges Per Semester$9,101.41 $8,975.00 
Total 1st Year Fees$18,076.41 

Language Requirements for International Students:

  • Proof of English proficiency for applicants where English is not their first language must be submitted to Ontario Colleges
  • IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 88
  • CAEL 70, no sub-test band score less than 60
  • PTE Academic 58
  • Mohawk College English Language Test (Accuplacer: Assessment for Success) aligned with CAEL Band

How you'll gain skills

  • Experience a seven-week, unpaid field placement in the business analysis sector.
  • Participate in business case simulations.

  • Test and apply course concepts through industry specific software installed on your laptop or computer.
  • Work with “clients” to develop solutions or strategies for businesses or organizations.

  • Demonstrate skills and knowledge through culminating and cumulative learning activities such as capstone projects.

Graduates from the Business Analysis program are eligible to enroll into the following Degree, and Ontario College Graduate Certificate programs:

  • Bachelor of Digital Health (Honours)
  • Analytics for Business Decision Making
  • Digital Health (Graduate Certificate) 

 

  • Earn a degree:
    • Robert Gordon University - MSc International Business, MSc Management

Laptop Requirements

Business Analysis is a Bring-Your-Own Device program. Learning on your personal laptop provides flexibility in the learning environment to utilize the advanced teaching and learning methods used in the program.

PC Platforms

MINIMUM RECOMMENDED SETTINGS

The laptop specifications and Dell Systems below are recommendations only. If you already own a laptop that resembles these specifications you are not required to purchase a new device.

Operating SystemWindows 10 Home
CPU (Minimum)Intel Core i5 to i7
RAM (Minimum)16gb
Storage500 GB to 1 TB
Peripherals (included or purchased separately)Webcam
Headset w/ Microphone (to listen to audio in class without disturbing others)
Screen Size15" to 17"

Dell Systems*: DELL G3 15DELL G3 17

The Dell Systems listed above meet the minimum specifications. A search of DELL’s website entering the various criteria for RAM will list laptops that will meet the specifications. Don’t forget to access Mohawk’s purchasing discount if buying online. You can do so by, logging to your MyMohawk account, on the left-hand navigation select Technology Solutions, Computer Store. Use your Mohawk College email to receive an exclusive coupon code. This system is only a recommendation.

MacBooks

MAC laptops are NOT recommended for learning in the Business Analysis program.

Program Specific Software

Please note, the software listed below is subject to change. Students will be advised how to access program specific software during Orientation.

  • Microsoft Office (Word, PPT, Excel, OneNote): Free to all students through their Office 365 student account
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Project
  • IBM Cognos Analytics
  • IBM Blueworks Live
  • Tableau Prep
  • Tableau
  • Zoom Conferencing

Program Highlights

  • Apply your learning through real-world, experiential learning opportunities with community partners from a variety of industries.
  • Attain entry-level Certified Business Analysis credential (e-CBA) through IIBA.
  • Complete Lean 6 Sigma Yellow Belt

  • Achieve micro-badges in Process Mapping and Analytics with the Mohawk/IBM partnership.

  • Courses are being delivered remotely with a mix of self-directed online learning and scheduled online classes where we meet face-to-face via Zoom.

  • Build your professional brand by participating in workshops and industry networking opportunities.

This is a BYOD (Bring your own device) program. See Laptop Requirements under Additional Information.

What you'll learn

  • Use a variety of business analysis techniques, skills and knowledge to support new or improved innovative business processes.
  • Develop and document business processes and business models according to established business analysis practices, timelines and project goals.
  • Develop strategies to bridge gaps between requirements and existing systems using appropriate business analysis techniques and documentation to support change to a business system.
  • Assess solutions to business improvements using established benchmarks and evidence-based decision-making techniques.
  • Use a project management approach to communicate technical and business information to a variety of stakeholders.

This is a BYOD (Bring your own device) program. See Laptop Requirements under Additional Information. 

 Semester 1Semester 2

Total Tuition & Ancillary Fees

$8,600.00 $8,600.00 
Co-op FeesN/AN/A

Program Compulsory Fees

$51.41 $0.00
International Tax Recovery$450.00 $375.00 
Total International Charges Per Semester$9,101.41 $8,975.00 
Total 1st Year Fees$18,076.41 

Language Requirements for International Students:

  • Proof of English proficiency for applicants where English is not their first language must be submitted to Ontario Colleges
  • IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 88
  • CAEL 70, no sub-test band score less than 60
  • PTE Academic 58
  • Mohawk College English Language Test (Accuplacer: Assessment for Success) aligned with CAEL Band

How you'll gain skills

  • Experience a seven-week, unpaid field placement in the business analysis sector.
  • Participate in business case simulations.

  • Test and apply course concepts through industry specific software installed on your laptop or computer.
  • Work with “clients” to develop solutions or strategies for businesses or organizations.

  • Demonstrate skills and knowledge through culminating and cumulative learning activities such as capstone projects.

Graduates from the Business Analysis program are eligible to enroll into the following Degree, and Ontario College Graduate Certificate programs:

  • Bachelor of Digital Health (Honours)
  • Analytics for Business Decision Making
  • Digital Health (Graduate Certificate) 

 

  • Earn a degree:
    • Robert Gordon University - MSc International Business, MSc Management

Laptop Requirements

Business Analysis is a Bring-Your-Own Device program. Learning on your personal laptop provides flexibility in the learning environment to utilize the advanced teaching and learning methods used in the program.

PC Platforms

MINIMUM RECOMMENDED SETTINGS

The laptop specifications and Dell Systems below are recommendations only. If you already own a laptop that resembles these specifications you are not required to purchase a new device.

Operating SystemWindows 10 Home
CPU (Minimum)Intel Core i5 to i7
RAM (Minimum)16gb
Storage500 GB to 1 TB
Peripherals (included or purchased separately)Webcam
Headset w/ Microphone (to listen to audio in class without disturbing others)
Screen Size15" to 17"

Dell Systems*: DELL G3 15DELL G3 17

The Dell Systems listed above meet the minimum specifications. A search of DELL’s website entering the various criteria for RAM will list laptops that will meet the specifications. Don’t forget to access Mohawk’s purchasing discount if buying online. You can do so by, logging to your MyMohawk account, on the left-hand navigation select Technology Solutions, Computer Store. Use your Mohawk College email to receive an exclusive coupon code. This system is only a recommendation.

MacBooks

MAC laptops are NOT recommended for learning in the Business Analysis program.

Program Specific Software

Please note, the software listed below is subject to change. Students will be advised how to access program specific software during Orientation.

  • Microsoft Office (Word, PPT, Excel, OneNote): Free to all students through their Office 365 student account
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Project
  • IBM Cognos Analytics
  • IBM Blueworks Live
  • Tableau Prep
  • Tableau
  • Zoom Conferencing