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
Save the Date IIBA NZ Chapter AGM
We are delighted to invite our IIBA NZ Chapter members to our 2024 AGM.

This is an opportunity for you to guide the strategic direction and activities of the IIBA NZ Chapter and vote on key operations matters. We will be updating our bylaw and seeking a vote on the proposed changes.

Date: Tuesday, November 12th, 2024

AGM Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Venue: Online, link provided to all active members closer to date

We look forward to your active participation at the IIBA NZ Chapter AGM 2024 and your continued support in shaping the chapter's future.
I'm attending FOBA Competition
 
We have a special competition for all FOBA attendees where you can win a free BA skills workshop with our very own Vice President of Certification: Fashola Olayinka Nurudeen.
 
All you need to do to enter is upload the "I am attending FOBA" image onto LinkedIn and tag our page @IIBA New Zealand Chapter between now and 13th October.
 
Feel free to get creative and tag your colleagues who are also attending. The winner will be drawn and notified shortly after our Wellington event. 
 
 
 
 
 
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.
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