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Will Reade Al, United States
Hello,

I'm looking for a career coach that has helped someone transition from a Business Analyst role to a Project Manager role. Any suggestions?

Thanks,

Will
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Will Reade Al, United States
May 02, 2018 7:30 PM
Replying to Rami Kaibni
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I second Kiron's opinion.
Rami,

Thanks! Kiron definitely provided some wise advice.

Will
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Will Reade Al, United States
May 03, 2018 2:38 AM
Replying to Shivanjali Bhutkar
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agree with Andrew
Shivanjali,

Thanks! Andrew's questions have me thinking already!

Will
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Will Reade Al, United States
May 03, 2018 2:51 AM
Replying to Kevin Drake
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I do not think you will have any problem.However, we are always here to answer your questions.
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
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Sante Delle-Vergini, PhD Senior Project Manager| Infosys Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
May 03, 2018 5:01 PM
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Sante,

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

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
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1 reply by Will Reade
May 06, 2018 9:58 PM
Will Reade
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Sante: Thanks!
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Will Reade Al, United States
May 03, 2018 5:33 PM
Replying to Sante Delle-Vergini, PhD
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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
Sante: Thanks!
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Drew Craig Sr. Agile & Product Coach| Vanguard Philadelphia, Pa, United States
Will, begin with thinking about and writing down your responsibilities, accomplishments, success stories, etc. The Business Analyst role is a very important role, especially, when executed in such a way that you are leading and guiding important organizational decisions. There are other aspects as well such as unraveling the chaos to find the needs and value, organized and understand the importance of strong documentation, able to level-set expectations and remind stakeholders of the core-product, act as the liaison b/t business and technical solutions, etc. You get the point.

How will you write these to showcase to a potential employer or project management opportunity that the skills you exercise on a daily basis are transferable to the new role with limited time-to-competency?

Also to keep in mind is there are many roles seeking a combined PM/BA. Look for those opportunities as well. That may be the better route for you at this point in your career. I really enjoyed my mixed role and will provide a great story in your resume and help down the line to go full-time PM role, or decide you want to go back to a BA role.

Hope that helps,
Andrew
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