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Business, Management and Administration | Unnamed: 1 | Unnamed: 2 | Unnamed: 3 | Unnamed: 4 | Unnamed: 5
Pathway: Business Analysis
Code | Topic | Course | Knowledge and Skill | Performance Element | Measurement Criteria
BAPD01.01 | Defining the Goal | #7: Principles of Management | Use reliable information to research the problem. | Identify factors and other considerations to clearly state the problem. | List the most important elements of the problem.
 |  |  |  |  | Distinguish between quantitative and non-quantitative information.
 |  |  |  | Appraise environmental and other parameters to identify the potential affects of the problem. | List environmental influences.
 |  |  |  |  | Distinguish between the controllable and non-controllable factors.
 |  |  |  |  | Document benefits of solving the problem.
 |  |  |  | Explore stakeholder needs to determine impact to the stakeholders. | Identify the stakeholders.
 |  |  |  |  | Describe the impact on the various stakeholders.
 |  |  |  |  | Discuss the problem with stakeholders.
 |  |  |  |  | Identify stakeholder needs.
BAPD01.02 | Defining the Goal | #7: Principles of Management | Form a clear statement of the problem to ensure consistent understanding among all stakeholders. | Develop a problem statement. | Write the problem statement using the conventions of standard English.
 |  |  |  |  | Include factors, time and measurement in problem statement.
 |  |  |  |  | Solicit feedback from stakeholders to validate problem statement.
BAPD01.03 | Defining the Goal | #7: Principles of Management | Formulate assumptions and a hypothesis to facilitate a solution. | Formulate assumptions to gain a better understanding of the causes of the problem. | Apply quantitative measures for assumptions.
 |  |  |  |  | Develop a rationale for each assumption.
 |  |  |  |  | Compile a list of hurdles to overcome.
 |  |  |  | Examine various approaches to articulate possible solutions. | Solicit input from each stakeholder.
 |  |  |  |  | Describe each approach using quantitative measures.
 |  |  |  |  | Estimate resources involved in each approach.
Code | Topic | Course | Knowledge and Skill | Performance Element | Measurement Criteria
BAPD02.01 | Collect and Evaluate Data | #8: Financial Accounting                                 #9: Applications of Business Analysis | Compile data to validate assumptions and hypothesis. | Examine available sources to determine key elements. | List data elements.
 |  |  |  |  | Explain how each data element relates to the overall problem or goal statement.
 |  |  |  |  | Quantify amount of data needed.
 |  |  |  |  | Prioritize data.
 |  |  |  | Develop a plan for gathering data. | Locate data sources.
 |  |  |  |  | Estimate resources required.
 |  |  |  |  | Create a time-line for data collection.
 |  |  |  | Solicit feedback from stakeholders to validate data | Obtain data from sources identified.
 |  |  |  |  | Conduct meetings with key stakeholders and others who will provide data.
 |  |  |  |  | Obtain buy-in from data providers.
 |  |  |  |  | Further define the problem if data indicates need.
 |  |  |  | Organize the data to facilitate interpretation. | Select the appropriate storage schema.
 |  |  |  |  | Use information technology tools to store the data.
BAPD02.02 | Collect and Evaluate Data | #8: Financial Accounting                                 #9: Applications of Business Analysis | Evaluate the data to validate assumptions and hypothesis. | Convert data into key metrics to facilitate interpretation. | Apply Information Technology tools to perform mathematical computations.
 |  |  |  |  | Identify applicable formulas.
 |  |  |  |  | Apply formulas to data.
 |  |  |  | Interpret information to validate assumptions and hypothesis. | Identify trends and perform a regression analysis.
 |  |  |  |  | Determine key data elements.
 |  |  |  |  | Evaluate data collected in context.
 |  |  |  |  | Determine relevance of data collected.
 |  |  |  | Prepare data in a format to facilitate interpretation. | Create graphical representations of metrics.
 |  |  |  |  | Determine usable format.
Code | Topic | Course | Knowledge and Skill | Performance Element | Measurement Criteria
BAPD03.01 | Formulate and Evaluate Solutions | #9: Applications of Business Analysis | Generate alternatives to facilitate comparisons. | Review data to determine key leverage points. | Examine data to determine key leverage points.
 |  |  |  |  | Justify each leverage point based on the data.
 |  |  |  |  | Rank the leverage points.
 |  |  |  |  | Prepare cost benefit analysis.
 |  |  |  | Identify constraints to evaluate feasibility of alternatives. | List constraints.
 |  |  |  |  | Relate constraints to identified leverage points.
 |  |  |  | Seek a variety of input to create alternative solutions. | Brainstorm ideas.
 |  |  |  |  | Prepare options in writing.
 |  |  |  | Eliminate infeasible alternatives to save time. | Compare each option to the stakeholders' needs.
 |  |  |  |  | Estimate resource needs of each alternative.
 |  |  |  | Establish the means for comparing alternatives. | Select criteria.
 |  |  |  |  | Determine how each solution stands against criteria.
 |  |  |  |  | Analyze extenuating circumstances and factors.
BAPD04.01 | Select and Present a Solution | #9: Applications of Business Analysis | Explore possibilities to select the most beneficial solution. | Review criteria to evaluate the potential and limitation to each solution. | Summarize each solution against criteria.
 |  |  |  |  | Estimate and explore the impact of each solution.
 |  |  |  | Compare the alternatives to select the best solution. | Rank solutions based on overall outcome.
 |  |  |  |  | Justify solution.
BAPD04.02 | Select and Present a Solution | #9: Applications of Business Analysis | Prepare presentation of solutions to communicate to stakeholders. | Condense and customize information to prepare a presentation. | Condense information into a concise format.
 |  |  |  |  | Customize presentation for the audience.
 |  |  |  |  | Prepare supporting documents and visuals.
 |  |  |  |  | List possible questions and concerns.
 |  |  |  | Use effective communication skills to present the solutions. | Capture the attention of the audience.
 |  |  |  |  | Model appropriate use of materials.
 |  |  |  |  | Employ a logical progression of ideas and information.
 |  |  |  |  | Meet the expectations of the audience effectively.
Code | Topic | Course | Knowledge and Skill | Performance Element | Measurement Criteria
BAPD05.01 | Control the Process | #10: Process Control | Communicate with all stakeholders throughout the process to ensure alignment of energies and resources. | Establish a time-line and milestones to gauge progress. | Create a time-line.
 |  |  |  |  | Obtain approval of the time-line from stakeholders.
 |  |  |  |  | Evaluate and adjust the time-line as necessary.
 |  |  |  | Periodically review time-line and progress to make adjustments expeditiously. | Evaluate progress against time-line and goals.
 |  |  |  |  | Recommend and make changes based on analysis.
 |  |  |  | Provide periodic reports for stakeholder evaluation. | Exchange data and information with stakeholders.
 |  |  |  |  | Solicit feedback from stakeholders.
 |  |  |  |  | Prepare reports.
 |  | Additional Recommended CTE/Degree Major Courses:
 |  | #3: Business Communications
 |  | #4: Business Finance
 |  | #5: Marketing
 |  | #6: Database Design and Management