Business Analysis Graduate

7 months ago

Johannesburg, South Africa IQbusiness South Africa Full time

What better way to kick start your career with IQbusiness, a Proudly South African management consulting firm focused on growing people and business in South Africa?

Our programme is designed to give passionate, analytical and enthusiastic graduates the opportunity to enhance their abilities through various forms of consultant training and garner valuable experience by exposing them to the workplace, through internal and external project engagements.

A Business Analyst plays a multifaceted role, requiring a core skill set coupled with a keen ability to pivot in response to evolving business landscapes. Business analysts adeptly leverage an array of tools and technologies to navigate even the most challenging environments. For interns aspiring to excel in this domain, growth can manifest across a spectrum of skill sets, including Business Analysis, Process Engineering, Solution Architecture and Systems analysis.

**Business Analysis**
- Business analysts are agents of change, professionals who analyse a business or organisations, by documenting its systems and processes, assessing its business model, identifying vulnerabilities, and devising solutions.

**Systems Analysis**
- Systems analysts assess the suitability of information systems in terms of their intended outcomes and liaise with end users, software vendors and programmers in order to achieve these outcomes

**Process Engineer**
- A process engineer optimises and improves the efficiency of an organisation's manufacturing and industrial processes. They ensure the smooth functioning of production lines, develop new techniques, modify existing designs and coordinate process improvement projects.

**Solution Architecture**
- Solutions architects, owning the overall technical relationship and strategy between the customer and organization. They lead architectural design sessions, develop proof of concepts/pilots, implement projects, and deliver ongoing refinement and enhancement.

**Qualifications**:

- Completed degree in one of the following fields of study:

- Systems
- BSc/ BEng Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
- BSc Computer Science
- Diploma Systems Analysis or Information Technology
- PDM; PDBA; PGDIP and Master in any of the above would be advantageous

**Requirements**:

- Leadership Roles: Participation in student organizations, clubs, or leadership positions that demonstrate initiative and organizational skills.
- Project Work: Experience in handling academic or extracurricular projects that involve teamwork and strategic thinking.
- Previous Internship or Work Experience: Prior experience in consulting, business analysis, or a related field would be advantageous.
- Ability to the travel between IQbusiness and our clients, locally or outside of SA.

**Skills & Competency**:

- Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analysing data, identifying trends, and making data-driven recommendations.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with clients and team members.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and basic knowledge of data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python, or R) is a plus.
- Research Skills: Ability to conduct thorough and accurate research to support project needs and client engagements.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to approach complex problems methodically and creatively.

**Our Expectations**

IQbusiness is different, we walk differently, we talk differently, we even look different, but that’s what makes us unique. We’re our own kind of genuine and we expect to see how genuine you are.

If you become a part of IQbusiness and the Business Analysis Team, these are some of our expectations.

**Get involved**
- IQbusiness is more than just a business and Business Analysis is more than just a profession. It’s about being disciplined and focused on Identifying needs and determining solutions, in order to make a difference within IQbusiness and our clients.
- Be apart of the bigger picture, attend workshops and bootcamps, go the extra mile and join an initiative, put yourself out there to create a name for yourself.

**Gain exposure**
- There are many opportunities to get involved across projects and environments within IQbusiness. The more exposure one obtains the better the journey of upskilling and understanding will be. Look for the below areas to advance.
- Internal Project/Support - Engage internally with IQbusiness and learn how the business functions. Assist and add value to help in attaining the strategic goals. Support in the day to day by always being open to a learning experience.
- Cross Functional - Diversify your knowledge and skills by engaging and learning across environments and projects. Show adaptability and impetus by taking on different projects and be able to show resolve in finding a solution.

**Be the best version of yourself**
- We want you to be you With the key values of IQb

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