💥 Beyond the BA Job Title ~ Career Moves that Matter 💥
Event Description
Join us for a powerful and practical session designed for Business Analysts who are ready to redefine their career trajectory. Whether you're currently in a permanent role, exploring consulting, or considering a move into contracting, this session with Mark Bruins (BA Masterminds) and Adriana Silva (IIBA UK) will give you clarity, confidence, and a proven strategy to move forward.
You’ll learn how to assess where you are, define where you want to be, and uncover the career gaps you need to close to make your next bold move. This session is filled with real-world insights, actionable tools, and strategic advice drawn from decades of experience on both sides of the BA hiring equation.
🔍 About the Session
Career longevity is no longer tied to staying in one role. Business Analysts are increasingly discovering that the most rewarding roles, financially and professionally, often lie outside permanent employment. However, pivoting successfully requires more than a polished CV or updated LinkedIn profile.
In this session, we’ll explore:
✅ The difference between permanent, consultant and contractor mindsets, and how to choose the right path for you
✅ The As-Is, To-Be, and GAP Analysis model to assess your career readiness
✅ Why clarity is your greatest asset, and how to develop it
✅ How to align your personal goals with professional growth
✅ Insights into what hiring managers, recruiters, and clients really look for in BAs
✅ An assignment to complete before and after the session to maximise your results.
You’ll leave with:
🔹 A structured method to evaluate your career direction
🔹 A new level of clarity about what’s possible and how to get there
🔹 Free downloadable tools to help you apply your learning immediately.
🙋♀️ Who is this for?
👉🏾 Aspiring or career-switching Business Analysts: gain clarity on how to step into consulting or contracting
👉🏾 Established BAs in permanent roles: learn how to pivot strategically into higher-value positions
👉🏾 Freelancers and contractors: refine your positioning and leverage the GAP analysis to level up
👉🏾 Leaders and mentors: discover how to support others in making confident career moves.
📄 Pre-Session Assignment
Please complete the 7 Levels Deep assignment before attending. It only takes 15 - 20 minutes and will help you participate more fully in our discussion.
👉 You’ll find it here: https://www.bamasterminds.co.uk/iiba
If you would like to share your findings, you can upload your completed assignment using the same link.
👥 About the Speakers
Mark Bruins is the Founder of BA Masterminds and an international certified Senior Business Analyst Mentor and Career Strategist. He helps experienced BAs double their income and build careers on their own terms through his proven mentoring programs. With over 42 years of global experience, Mark has guided 1,000+ Business Analysts to career clarity, job offers, and six-figure opportunities.
Adriana Silva is an experienced Senior Business Analyst, mentor, and a Community Director with IIBA UK. She brings deep insight into the challenges and opportunities facing BAs at every stage of their journey and is passionate about helping professionals elevate their practice.