Course Outline
Fundamentals of Business Modeling
1. The role of models in analytical work
- Models as tools for thinking and communication
- Levels of abstraction in modeling
- Model boundaries and simplifications
2. Overview of business modeling methods
- Process models
- Organizational models
- Information models
- Value models
3. Business process modeling
- AS-IS and TO-BE approaches
- Identifying end-to-end processes
- Process owners and responsibilities
4. Process analysis
- Bottlenecks
- Decision points
- Process risks
Practical application of models
1. Business models vs. strategy
- Linking models with business objectives
- Impact of changes on the organization
2. Models as a communication tool
- Establishing a common language for stakeholders
- Simplifying complexity
3. AS-IS vs. TO-BE gap analysis
- Identifying gaps
- Prioritizing changes
4. Common modeling pitfalls
- Over-modeling (excessive detail)
- Lack of clear modeling objectives
- Models detached from reality
5. Summary and recommendations
Requirements
- Professional Experience in business analysis, requirements engineering, or product management.
- Prior Knowledge: A basic understanding of business process concepts and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Tools: Basic proficiency with any modeling tool (e.g., Enterprise Architect, Visual Paradigm, Lucidchart, or MS Visio).
Audience
- Business and Systems Analysts.
- Business and Process Consultants.
- Product Owners and Product Managers.
- Solution Architects.
- Individuals involved in transformation and optimization projects.
Testimonials (3)
Professional knowledge from the market provided by an expert
Bartlomiej Srednicki - GP Strategies Poland sp. z o.o.
Course - Fintech: A Practical Introduction for Managers
I loved that he was able to see our machines to help us when we got stuck.
Megan Burns - Sandia National Labs
Course - Drools 7 and DSL for Business Analysts
I liked the positive and optimistic attitude. Gives good answers to questions.
