Course Information
Dates and Times
20 – 23 October 2026.
9:00 am -3:00 pm SAST
Venue
Presented live from our virtual studio using Zoom video conferencing
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About The Course
In this four-day course, you will learn state-of-the-art methods and techniques for the effective elicitation, documentation, validation, and management of business system requirements. You will also learn how to apply these methods to produce clear and unambiguous business system specifications.
The course is aligned with the IREB® CPRE syllabus and prepares you for the CPRE certification exam, while grounding every technique in practical business systems analysis. Your requirements work will be performed professionally and efficiently, whether your team uses agile development or project-based system development.
Practical work runs throughout the course, with particular emphasis on elicitation and natural language requirements writing. These two skills have become essential for modern business systems, especially those incorporating AI technology, where the quality of captured intent and the precision of written requirements directly determine system quality.
Course Content
Introduction and Overview
- Introduction to Business System Requirements
- The what, why, where and how of Business System Requirements
- The role and skills of a Business System Analyst
- Requirement analysis in the age of AI-based business systems
Principles of Requirements Analysis
- The nine principles of system requirements
- Applying principles to business systems
Work Products and Documentation Practices
- Work products in Business System Requirements
- Categories and abstraction levels
- Natural language requirements writing
- Writing agile requirements
- Writing requirements for systems incorporating AI technology
- Model-based work products for business systems
- Prototyping in System Requirements
- Quality criteria for specified requirements
Requirements Elicitation
- Sources of requirements
- Elicitation techniques
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Validation of requirements
Process and Working Structure
- Influencing factors
- System Requirements process facets
- Configuring a System Requirements process
Requirements Management
- What is requirements management?
- Version control, configuration and baselines
- Attributes and views
- Requirements traceability
- Prioritising requirements
Tool Support
- Types of system requirements tools
- The correct use of AI-based requirements tools
- Evaluating requirements analysis tools
Practical work is done throughout the course.
Virtual Course Presentation
- Presented live from our virtual studio using Zoom video conferencing
- You will see, hear and talk to our qualified instructors as well as ask questions and participate in discussions
- Attend the course at your office or home – all you need is a computer and internet connection
- The course includes a trial exam which when passed you will receive a Certificate of Competency
Why Choose Viewpoint Training?
Build the skills your team needs to drive operational excellence with expert training designed for real-world applications.
International Alignment
Aligned with the International Requirements Engineering Board (IREB) Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering (CPRE) Foundation Level Syllabus Version 3.2.0
Earn Your Certificate
Earn professional credentials that validate your expertise and demonstrate your commitment to development, enhancing your career prospects and organizational credibility.
Modernised Curriculum
Follow a carefully designed curriculum that builds knowledge systematically, ensuring you master foundational concepts before advancing to more complex topics in the course.
Certified and Experienced Instructors
Learn from industry experts with years of practical experience who bring real-world insights, proven methodologies, and actionable approaches to every training session.
Trusted by Leading Organizations
Organizations across Africa and beyond choose Viewpoint Training to develop their teams’ process management capabilities, improve operations, and drive lasting excellence.
Commitment to Excellence
We continuously update our curriculum to reflect the latest industry developments and methodologies, ensuring you receive current, relevant training that delivers value.
Flexible Training Dates
Depending on your group size and course requirements, we can arrange training dates outside our regular schedule to suit you. Contact us today to discuss your options.
Interactive Formats
Engage with content through diverse exercises, practical activities, and knowledge assessments that reinforce your overall understanding and maximize retention throughout the course.
Hands-On Learning
Apply concepts immediately with hands-on exercises, real-world case studies from various industries, and actionable tools designed for direct implementation in your organization.
