CAREER PROGRESSION FOR A
BUSINESS ANALYST -
TOP 10 ROLESTO LOOK FOR
Ananya Pani
ADAPTIVE US INC | www.Adaptiveus.com |
CS@AdaptiveUS.com | +1-877-872-2860
For a senior Business Analyst with 10-12 years of
experience, here are 10 career progression roles,
each with a snapshot of necessary skills and
responsibilities:
1. Product Owner
• Skills: Product lifecycle knowledge, agile
methodology, prioritization, strong
communication
• Responsibilities: Define product vision,
manage and prioritize the product backlog,
work closely with development teams to
deliver product features
2. Lead Business Analyst
• Skills: Advanced BA techniques, stakeholder
management, process modeling, change
management
• Responsibilities: Oversee BA projects, mentor
junior analysts, collaborate with executives to
ensure project alignment with business goals
3. Scrum Master
• Skills: Agile/scrum practices, facilitation,
conflict resolution, coaching
• Responsibilities: Facilitate daily standups,
sprint planning, and retrospectives; remove
obstacles; ensure the team adheres to agile
principles
4. Data Analyst / Data Scientist
• Skills: SQL, data modeling, statistical analysis,
machine learning basics
• Responsibilities: Analyse and interpret
complex data sets; generate reports and
insights for data-driven decision-making;
support data governance and data quality
standards
5. IT Business Architect
• Skills: Enterprise architecture, strategic
planning, modeling tools (e.g., ArchiMate),
systems thinking
• Responsibilities: Align business and IT
strategies; design process flows and
frameworks; identify gaps and optimization
opportunities within business systems
6. Change Management Specialist
• Responsibilities: Drive and manage change
initiatives, ensuring stakeholder alignment
and smooth transitions.
• Skills Needed: Change methodologies (like
ADKAR), communication, influence, emotional
intelligence, and strategic planning.
7. Product Manager
• Skills: Market research, strategic thinking,
stakeholder engagement, product
development lifecycle
• Responsibilities: Develop and implement
product strategies; gather and prioritize
requirements; create roadmaps, ensuring
alignment with company goals and customer
needs
8. Consulting Business Analyst
• Responsibilities: Provide advisory services to
clients, suggesting improvements and
solutions for specific business needs.
• Skills Needed: Communication, adaptability,
problem-solving, industry knowledge, and
client management.
9. Digital Transformation Lead
• Responsibilities: Lead digital transformation
initiatives that improve processes, customer
experience, and operational efficiency.
• Skills Needed: Digital strategy, process
automation, project management, technical
know-how, and analytical skills.
10. Head of Business Analysis / Director of
Business Analysis
• Skills: Strategic vision, leadership,
performance management, budget planning
• Responsibilities: Oversee all BA functions; set
BA standards and frameworks; manage
budgets, resources, and professional
development; align BA initiatives with
company goals
Each role leverages senior BA skills while focusing
on strategic alignment, leadership, and continuous
improvement. Developing expertise in these areas
opens opportunities for impactful progression in
diverse business functions.
