The following is an excerpt from a job advert tor a Business Analyst
"We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to assist us in the development of formal written
proposals. detailing the cost and benefit of proposed business initiatives. The successful candidate
should be able to use a variety of methods to explore and define complex situations Experience of
producing plueprints In terms of processes, management structures, culture and people would be
highly advantageous - Based on the extract, what are the competencies required for this role?
Question No 2
EcoBags is a company that designs and makes eco - friendly shopping bags foe various clients An
Internal analysis of the business has revealed the following information about the company.
a) Recent investment in new machinery will enable the company to continue its innovation
programme
b) Feedback from customers and an Increase in sales suggests that Leo Bugs is recognised as a
quality brand
c) The number of staff currently employed in the company is sufficient to meet expected future
growth
d) The ability of EcoBags to respond quickly to new market demands has earned it an innovation
award.
e) The company has significant retained profits, which will help fund the innovation programme.
Which of these would be considered as 'tangible' resources in a resource audit?
Question No 3
BuildCo is small building company with the stall. The owner to reduce time spent on administration
by simplifying the company’s paperwork. This paperwork includes provides quotes and invoices, as
well as managing orders and receipts for building materials.
Most of the paperwork is completed manually and copies are stored in filing cabinets. However,
quotes and invoices are produced on a word processor and the stored on a computer, with printed
copies also stored in the filing cabinets. The owner is not sure that all the current paperwork is
necessary.
Which investigation technique would be MOST effective in establishing the need for item of
paperwork?
Question No 4
A large consultancy organization has assigned its B