Transition from BA to PM

Kiron,

I think you are right. Working with someone with the specific background I have will likely be more successful than working with a general career coach. Thanks for pointing that out.

Will

Andrew,

I haven't gone through that exercise. Do you have resources (e.g., an example resume from a BA going to a PM; questions to generate reflection on my experience) you could point me to?

Thanks,

Will

Sante,

I wasn't able to find it. If you do, please pass it along.

Thanks,

Will

Rami,

Thanks! Kiron definitely provided some wise advice.

Will

Shivanjali,

Thanks! Andrew's questions have me thinking already!

Will

Kevin,

I hope you are right. What are your thoughts on the finding a PM role?

I was attempting to find a new opportunity a few years back (I believe it was focused on mostly BA roles) and experienced frustration from using the Black Hole process. (If you aren't familiar with that phrase, it is something I learned from the author Liz Ryan. Here's one of her articles on the topic. https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizryan/2017/.../#5855c05f6e26) Granted, my lack of success could have been for a variety of reasons, but the lack of response was disappointing. So, any thoughts/advice/suggestions you can provide is appreciated.

Thanks,

Will

I found the post. It's by Markus Klein. He outlines 5 detailed steps with many links, including the Linkedin study guides, practice exams and discussion group. It's more about becoming a PMI-PBA, but it's very helpful. His post is copied below:

Getting PMI- PMI-PBA® Certified in 5 Steps:


Step 1: Learn about PMI-PBA Exam and apply.
• PMI-PBA Overview
? https://www.pmi.org/certification/business-analysis-pba.aspx
• PMI-PBA FAQ
? http://www.pmi.org/~/media/PDF/Certificati...BA_FAQs_v2.ashx
• PMI-PBA Certification: What It Is and Why We Need It
? http://www.watermarklearning.com/resources...rtification.pdf
• PMI-PBA vs. CBAP – Which is Right for You?
? http://businessanalystlearnings.com/blog/2...s-right-for-you
• PMI-PBA Credential Handbook
? http://www.pmi.org/~/media/PDF/Certificati...A-Handbook.ashx
• PMI-PBA Application Worksheet
? https://watermarklearning.leadpages.net/pb...tion-worksheet/
• PMI-PBA Requirements
? https://goo.gl/MwlIha


Step 2: Get started with your PMI-PBA certification preparation. Read the PMI-PBA Study Guide, PMBOK Guide and other recommended resources:

• PMI-PBA Study Guide
? http://amzn.to/1W3ddpX
The PMI-PBA Certification Study Guide provides one reference to help you pass the PBA exam on your first try. Covering all five domains of business analysis knowledge in depth, this guide provides the structure and explanation you need to comprehend and absorb that knowledge.
• Business Analysis for Practitioners: A Practice Guide
? http://www.pmi.org/learning/business-analy...management.aspx
• Practitioner's Guide to Requirements Management
? http://amzn.to/1UfTrIx
• additional Sources:
PMI-PBA Reference List
? http://www.pmi.org/~/media/PDF/Certificati...ce_list_v1.ashx

Step 3: Took a PBA preparation course and get your required 35 contact hours of BA training.

This course by iZenbridge covers all 35 required contact hours.
? http://goo.gl/wMWBOf
• 90 days e-learning access
• 35 contact hours PDU certificate
• 40+ hours of core video content as per PMI-PBA® content outline
• 10+ hours of extended video content to clarify concepts in more detail
• Lesson End Quizzes

Step 4: Finalize your study and preparation. Quiz yourself using flashcards and study tables, review your notes from class, and take lots and lots of practice exams.
• 900+ practice questions which includes 2 full length tests, Practice Questions for each Business Analysis Domain and for Business Analysis tools & techniques
? http://goo.gl/wMWBOf

Step 5: Take the exam and earn your PMI-PBA®!

Please visit our very new PBA related LinkedIn group for further information, sample question and expert discussion:

https://www.linkedin.com/groups/7057889