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Course Description

Great solutions address the needs of their intended users through good design. This course provides an overview of design thinking and how Business Analysts are involved in the solution design process. Students will learn how to create effective and compelling interfaces, and to develop solutions for managing data. Students will also understand how to define and assess the quality of a solution and how to create quality assurance processes.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

  • 🗸 Define the elements that make up communication.
  • 🗸 Assess communication requirements and develop methods to address them.
  • 🗸 Compare different communication methods and determine appropriate channels for various situations.
  • 🗸 Describe factors that affect a person’s ability to influence others.
  • 🗸 Identify sources of risk, analyze risks, and develop risk management approaches.

Notes
  • 🗸This Synchronous course is accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
  • 🗸This is a graded course; assessment activities may include exams, projects, presentations, journals, or research papers.
  • 🗸Additional learning materials are provided through eClass at no additional cost.
  • 🗸EXBA 5691 Solution Design and Quality Assurance is a 21-hour course.

Recommendations

Applicants intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.

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Section Title
Solution Design and Quality Assurance
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
Sa, Su
Time
9:00AM to 4:00PM
Dates
Apr 05, 2025 to Apr 12, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
21.0
Delivery Options
Online - Synchronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $895.00
Section Title
Solution Design and Quality Assurance
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
Sa, Su
Time
9:00AM to 4:00PM
Dates
Jan 10, 2026 to Jan 17, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
21.0
Delivery Options
Online - Synchronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $970.00
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