| With thanks to our sponsor IGL, the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®) Australia Chapter, in conjunction with the Australian Business Analysis Association (ABAA) present a talk by Tim Coventry. Introducing the IIBA Business Analysis Competency Model A business analysis competency model is an important tool for improving the quality of Business Analysis within organisations, and subsequently the outcomes for organisations. A good BA competency model can benefit Business Analysts and their managers by assisting them to: - identify and prioritise areas for improvement
- select appropriate training courses or professional development activity
- create plans for development in current and future roles
- choose the right job
Organisations can use the model to: - build and maintain the right balance of skills
- benchmark and compare skills across the organisation
- assist staff recruitment, development and reviews
- better respond to changing and emerging needs
- assist with succession planning
To achieve these benefits, a BA competency model must reference a solid set of knowledge areas, tools and techniques. In February this year, the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®) will release version 1.0 of the “Business Analysis Competency Framework”. With over 50 competencies, all traced to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK®) v2.0, this initial release has a rock-solid foundation. In the 5 years since its first release, the BABOK® has become the standard reference for Business Analysts and organisations around the world. With the feedback and support of thousands of IIBA® members and partner organisations, the new competency framework is also set to become “the” global standard. This presentation will explain the framework’s history, vision and additionally outline the IIBA® road map for 2010-2011. Event Details - Date: Wednesday, 10th March, 2010
- Time: 5:30 PM for 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
- Venue: Novotel, 65 Northbourne Ave, Canberra (map)
- Food: tea, coffee & biscuits provided
Registration Details This is a free event. To reserve your place, book now! About Tim Coventry  Tim is a director of Business Analysts Pty Ltd, a business analysis only consulting company with expertise in BA Recruitment (Contract and Permanent), Business Analysis Centre of Excellence (BACoE), BA Competency Models, Assessment, Training, Mentoring & Coaching.
Tim has over 16 years experience in a comprehensive range of IT roles including Senior Business Analyst, Project Manager, Systems Analyst, and Training Manager across the Telecommunications, Transport and Logistics, IT Manufacturing, Software Services, and Government sectors Education, Health, Police. Tim has expertise in all phases of the software development life cycle with substantial practical experience in business process analysis, requirements elicitation and management, a degree in Education, Workplace Category IV Trainer and Assessor, and Qualified Business Analysis Practitioner (QBAP). He has had experience in major Business Process Reengineering projects throughout Americas, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Asia and Australia, working in 18 countries. Tim is the Australian Business Analysis Association (ABAA) Queensland Events co-ordinator and is a representative on the IIBA Global Competency Model committee. Tim lives in Brisbane with his wife and three children. His hobbies are running and drinking wine (usually in that order). About Our Co-presenter  The Australian Business Analysis Association (ABAA) is Australia's non-profit, vendor independent professional association delivering events, skills development, advice and certification of Business Analysts in Australia. We aim to promote the profession by enhancing the skills of our members and by providing support to those working in all areas of Business Analysis.
We welcome Business Analysis and their colleagues to join us at our regular presentations on topics relevant to BA and associated roles. We work collaboratively with several other related organisations to source a variety of experienced presenters and provide ample opportunity for our members to ask questions and seek guidance at these events. About Our Sponsor  IGL (Ingena Group Limited) is a specialist Information Technology consulting company, providing professional services and solutions that help clients capitalise on the potential of today's technologies to improve their businesses. IGL specialises in 3 major spheres – Management Consulting, Software & Systems Integration and Technical Services. IGL has over 130 people based in Melbourne and Canberra. ABAA Corporate Members
The ABAA would also like to thank the following ABAA Corporate Members for their support. Queensland Health, Nehta, GBST, Software Education and Oakton. | 
