IIBA New Zealand Chapter

Welcome to our Chapter!  Our mission is to engage and support our members and community partners through educational events, mentorship, and networking opportunities. We promote ongoing professional development and certification specific to the standards and practices of Business Analysis.
 
International Institute of Business Analysis™ (IIBA®) is an independent non-profit professional association to serve the growing field of business analysis. Through a global network, IIBA connects Members, Chapters, Corporations and Partners around the world to advance the business analysis profession by uniting a community of professionals to create better business outcomes. 
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Stories
IIBA Study Group Starting April 2025
We are excited to announce that we are organising a dedicated study group to help our community become certified in business analysis through IIBA.
 
This group will start in April 2025 for 8 weeks,  with 2-3 hours each week.  
 
To facilitate this program,  participants will be required to contribute a nominal fee to cover administration and technology costs.  Your feedback will help us finalise the program details
 
 
We look forward to embarking on this journey and helping you reach your learning and certification goals/
 
Feel free to reach out with any questions.  Contact our VP Professional Development and Certification, Fashola Olayinka Nurudeen:certification@newzealand.iiba.org
The three critical Cs:  Skills to master,reflect and improve on
Three critical skills for business analysts are communication, change management, and collaboration. Michelle Ruddenklau, Principal Consultant at Skills Group, delivered a thought-provoking and insightful presentation on maximizing these skills and being future-ready. Watch the webinar to explore the top skills needed in the future: stakeholder engagement, interactive communication, navigating, leading and learning change management, resilience, and driving transformation.
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New website is live!
Kia ora, New Zealand Community! We are thrilled to announce the launch of a brand new website for the IIBA New Zealand Chapter. This website is not only updated with fresh and relevant content, but it also has all the events listed in one place. With the new members area, you can easily register for events directly on the website, stay up-to-date with news and updates, and claim PDUs directly from IIBA Global. Check out our new platform now and enjoy the improved user experience.
Analyst Catalyst Blog
The Business Analyst’s Challenge: Bridging the Gap Between Business Needs and Data Products
Straddling the business and technology worlds is a valuable skill, but a difficult one to develop. Read on to learn three practical techniques to help you grow this skill.
AI for Business Analysts: IIBA Ireland Event Recap
IIBA Ireland kicked off 2025 with an exciting event, “AI for Business Analysts,” highlighting AI’s impact on productivity, critical thinking, and skills like prompt engineering, inspiring attendees to embrace AI in business analysis.
What Business Analysts Should Know About Agile
Unravel the complexities of Agile as a business analyst with Susan Moore and Kent McDonald. Learn how to move past rigid frameworks, focus on outcomes, and deliver value while navigating evolving roles and expectations in Agile environments.