Agile Business Analysis Training Course

This intensive two-day programme is designed for IT professionals eager to understand the Waterfall model and explore how its limitations have traditionally been addressed, including through Agile methodologies.

On the first day, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of these methodologies, empowering them to determine which approach best fits their organisational environment.

The second day focuses on project management techniques and best practices derived from Agile principles, which can be effectively applied within both Waterfall and Agile contexts.

Business analysis is the process of investigating, understanding, and defining business needs in order to develop solutions that meet those needs. It is a key element in the change management process within an organization and in designing new business solutions. Business analysis aims to ensure that technological, process, or organizational solutions meet business goals and needs. It plays a vital role in ensuring the effectiveness of projects and organizational changes by guaranteeing that implemented solutions are appropriate, feasible, and fully aligned with business requirements.

The 'Scrum for the Advanced Scrum Master + PSM II Preparation' training is aimed at experienced Scrum Masters who want to broaden their competencies, gain a deeper understanding of how Scrum works, and become true agile leaders. The course covers the interpretation of the Scrum Guide in alignment with Scrum.org's vision, which is critical in the context of the PSM II exam. Participants gain practical knowledge on completeness, the empirical approach, Scrum values, and the role of the Scrum Master as a leader. Additionally, the course prepares participants for the PSM II exam, which is based on the latest version of the Scrum Guide.

Who Should Attend?

This intensive two-day course is designed for IT professionals eager to adopt Iterative Agile and Scrum methodologies for managing software development projects. It is especially beneficial for project managers, team leaders, developers, and software development clients who wish to gain active involvement in the development process.

This course is designed for test managers, quality assurance professionals, testers, software developers, project managers, and management personnel to explain how Agile project management frameworks, particularly SCRUM, approach testing.

By the end of the course, each participant will design and execute a test plan for a sample application (which can be an actual client application if available).

This two-day course offers a concise introduction to Agile software testing. It covers fundamental test concepts within the context of Agile (Scrum) development, utilising Crispin & Gregory’s Agile Testing Quadrants model as a framework to examine contemporary principles and practices of Agile testing.

Intended Audience

This course is designed for development teams aiming to enhance their testing practices within an Agile environment.

It is also ideal for individuals pursuing a career in testing and serves as a suitable prerequisite for the iSQI Certified Agile Tester course.

This live, instructor-led training in Malaysia (available online or onsite) is designed for professionals at beginner to intermediate levels who wish to deepen their understanding of Scrum and prepare for the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification exam.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Master the core fundamentals and concepts of Scrum.
• Develop essential competencies to manage internal and external distractions during project development.
• Gain a thorough understanding of all Scrum ceremonies.
• Achieve proficiency in implementing Scrum practices.
• Approach the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Certification Exam with confidence.

Insurtech (also known as Digital Insurance) signifies the intersection of insurance and emerging technologies. In the Insurtech landscape, "digital insurers" leverage technological innovations to reshape their business and operational models. The goal is to lower costs, elevate the customer experience, and increase operational agility.

This instructor-led training empowers participants to grasp the technologies, methodologies, and mindset required to drive digital transformation within their organizations and across the industry. The course is specifically designed for managers seeking a comprehensive overview, aiming to cut through the hype and jargon, and initiate the development of an effective Insurtech strategy.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Discuss Insurtech and its core components with clarity and systematic understanding
• Identify and clarify the role of key technologies driving Insurtech
• Draft a foundational strategy for implementing Insurtech within their organization

Audience

• Insurance professionals
• Technologists working within the insurance sector
• Stakeholders in the insurance industry
• Consultants and business analysts

Course Format

• A blend of lectures, discussions, exercises, and group case study activities

Through this instructor-led live training in Malaysia, participants will acquire a comprehensive understanding of the technologies, methodologies, and mindset required to implement an effective Fintech strategy.

This course is designed for managers who need a "big picture" perspective on Fintech. It aims to demystify industry hype and jargon, enabling you to take concrete first steps toward adopting new technologies relevant to financial businesses and services.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Formulate and present viable Fintech strategies for their organisation.
• Understand and articulate the roles and functionalities of key technologies.
• Develop a step-by-step action plan for introducing new technologies.

Insurance in the Digital Era offers a practical overview of how digital transformation is reshaping products, operations, and customer engagement within the insurance industry.

This instructor-led live training (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level insurance professionals seeking to understand and apply digital technologies, data-driven strategies, and innovation frameworks to modernize their insurance offerings and operational processes.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Explain the role of AI, Big Data, IoT, and automation in modern insurance workflows.
• Identify InsurTech trends and their impact on the insurance ecosystem.
• Design customer-centric strategies enabled by digital tools and data insights.
• Apply data-driven approaches to risk management and decision making.
• Develop an innovation and change management approach suitable for insurers.
• Assess real-world case studies and translate lessons into local initiatives.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Case study analysis and group workshops.
• Practical exercises and action planning for participants’ organizations.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Requirements Engineering (RE) is a vital discipline in software and systems development, focusing on identifying, documenting, and managing stakeholder needs and constraints to ensure project success.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) targets intermediate-level professionals looking to deepen their understanding of practical Requirements Engineering while preparing for the IREB CPRE – Foundation Level certification exam.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand and apply the key concepts and terminology defined by the IREB CPRE Foundation syllabus.
• Identify and elicit requirements using effective and context-appropriate techniques.
• Model, document, and validate requirements for real-world projects.
• Manage requirements changes, traceability, and prioritization throughout the project lifecycle.
• Use Requirements Engineering tools and best practices to enhance communication and project outcomes.
• Be fully prepared to take and pass the IREB CPRE – Foundation Level certification exam.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Case-based exercises and collaborative workshops.
• Exam preparation sessions and practice questions.

Course Customization Options

• Additional modules or industry-specific case studies can be added on request.

JIRA Software is a robust tool for project management, yet practitioners often prioritise the tool itself over the underlying methodology.

This instructor-led, live training explores the synergistic power of Jira and Confluence, working in unison to help teams deliver products and projects successfully. Participants will learn how to utilise these tools effectively to streamline user requirement management, testing, and communication, all centralised within a single environment.

Key topics include JIRA projects, Confluence spaces, workflows, boards (Kanban and Scrum), planning, dependencies, the Jira-Confluence integration, reporting, essential and custom fields, issue types, screens, and filtering.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create Scrum or Kanban projects
• Configure Jira to manage projects efficiently
• Manage issues effectively
• Design necessary screens for various issue types
• Create workflows and boards, and understand their interplay
• Conduct basic and advanced searches and analysis
• Generate and review reports vital for team and management oversight

Model-Based Development (MBD) is a software development methodology that facilitates the faster and more cost-effective creation of dynamic systems, including control systems, signal processing, and communication systems. This approach prioritizes graphical modeling over traditional text-based programming.

Through this instructor-led live training, participants will learn how to apply MBD methodologies to reduce development expenses and accelerate the time-to-market for their embedded software products.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Select and utilize appropriate tools for implementing MBD.
• Leverage MBD to conduct rapid development during the early stages of their embedded software projects.
• Shorten the release cycle of their embedded software into the market.

Format of the course

• A blend of lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice.

This instructor-led live training Malaysia (online or onsite) is tailored for individuals who wish to understand requirements analysis and execute it efficiently and accurately for their projects using specific analytical techniques.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify different types of requirements.
• Understand the overarching concepts and activities involved in requirements analysis.
• Become familiar with the requirements analysis methodology.
• Utilize various requirements analysis techniques to their advantage.
• Structure requirements to enable efficient communication with architects and developers via an iterative requirement gathering process.

Through practical, hands-on exercises, this course illustrates the core principles and real-world applications of software engineering, requirements engineering, and testing.