However, implementing and optimizing Workday solutions requires more than just technical configuration. It demands skilled Business Analysts who can effectively translate organizational needs into system requirements, align stakeholders, and support the successful delivery of Workday modules across HR, payroll, recruiting, finance, and more.
The role of Workday Business Analyst is essential in bridging the gap between business teams and Workday technical consultants. These professionals gather requirements, document processes, configure functional specifications, and ensure that business goals are achieved through thoughtful system design and implementation.
Recognizing the growing market demand, Skillcubator’s Workday Business Analyst Training Program is designed to equip aspiring analysts and career professionals with practical knowledge of business analysis techniques alongside in-depth exposure to Workday functionalities. The program focuses on real-world application, hands-on labs, and role-based case studies that prepare participants to confidently contribute to Workday implementation and support projects from day one.
Whether you are an HR professional, business analyst, IT consultant, or someone looking to break into the Workday ecosystem, this course provides a structured pathway to becoming a job-ready Workday Business Analyst.
This program is ideal for individuals who are looking to specialize in business analysis within the Workday ecosystem, whether they’re entering the field or upskilling for career advancement. You’ll benefit from this training if you are:
- Aspiring Business Analysts who want to build a career in Workday implementations across HCM, payroll, or finance modules.
- Current Business Analysts or System Analysts seeking to expand their knowledge into Workday projects.
- HR or Payroll Professionals who want to transition into a more analytical, system-facing role.
- Workday Admins, Consultants, or Developers looking to enhance their functional and analytical capabilities.
- Career Changers or Recent Graduates aiming to enter the high-demand world of ERP and cloud-based business systems.
If you’re passionate about aligning technology with business processes, especially in HR and finance domains, this program will provide the tools and experience needed to thrive as a Workday Business Analyst.
The Workday Business Analyst Training Program aims to equip participants with the technical knowledge, analytical skills, and business acumen needed to play a key role in Workday-driven digital transformation projects. By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the Workday ecosystem and core modules, including HCM, Payroll, Recruiting, and Financials.
- Perform detailed business requirements gathering, gap analysis, and stakeholder communication.
- Translate business processes into Workday configurations and functional documentation.
- Assist in system testing, validation, and deployment support.
- Navigate and analyze Workday reports, dashboards, and data structures.
- Apply Agile and hybrid project management methodologies in Workday project environments.
- Develop a professional portfolio with case studies, project documentation, and interview preparation tools
This course is structured to ensure you are job-ready for roles such as Workday Business Analyst, Functional Consultant, HCM Analyst, or ERP Analyst, with strong placement support from Skillcubator.
1.0 Introduction to Workday & Business Analysis
- 1.1 What is Workday? Overview and Market Relevance.
- 1.2 Key Modules: HCM, Financials, Recruiting, Payroll.
- 1.3 Role of a Workday Business Analyst.
- 1.4 Business Analyst Skills & SDLC.
- 1.5 Workday Cloud Architecture & Security.
2.0 Workday HCM Fundamentals
- 2.1 Core HCM Concepts.
- 2.2 Workday Organizations: Supervisory Org, Cost Centers, Location Hierarchies.
- 2.3 Staffing Models & Job Profiles.
- 2.4 Compensation Structures.
- 2.5 Business Process Configuration (Hire, Termination, etc.).
- 2.6 Workday Navigation & Worklets.
3.0 Business Analysis Core Skills
- 3.1 Requirements Elicitation Techniques (Interviews, JADs, Workshops).
- 3.2 Writing Business Requirements Document (BRD).
- 3.3 Use Case & User Stories for Workday Projects.
- 3.4 Creating Process Flows & Diagrams (BPMN).
- 3.5 Traceability Matrix and Change Management.
4.0 Workday Functional Configuration & Reporting
- 4.1 Business Process Setup & Customization.
- 4.2 Condition Rules and Notifications.
- 4.3 Report Writer Basics: Custom Reports & Calculated Fields.
- 4.4 Workday Studio & Integrations (Intro for Analysts).
- 4.5 Security Groups and Domains – Functional Understanding.
5.0 Workday Implementation Life Cycle
- 5.1 Workday Implementation Phases: Plan > Architect > Configure > Test > Deploy.
- 5.2 Project Roles: BA, Consultant, Architect, Tester.
- 5.3 Tenant Access – Sandbox & Implementation Tenant.
- 5.4 Data Conversion & Validation Overview.
- 5.5 Testing Activities – Unit Testing, SIT, UAT Support.
6.0 Agile & Workday Projects
- 6.1 Agile in Workday Projects: Scrum Basics.
- 6.2 Writing Epics, Features, and Stories for Workday.
- 6.3 JIRA for Backlog Management.
- 6.4 Sprint Ceremonies and Workday BA’s Role.
7.0 Resume, Interview & Job Placement Support
- 7.1 Resume Writing for Workday BA Roles.
- 7.2 LinkedIn Profile Optimization.
- 7.3 Common Interview Questions for Workday Bas.
- 7.4 Mock Interviews and Feedback.
- 7.5 Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies.
- 7.6 Support for Job Applications and Placement.
8.0 Capstone Project (Week 11–12)
Project: Simulate a Workday implementation for a fictitious company.
- 8.1 Business Requirement Document (BRD), Functional Requirements Document (FRD).
- 8.2 Process Flow Diagram.
- 8.3 User Stories in JIRA.
- 8.4 Sample Reports and Test Cases.
- 8.5 Final Presentation.
- Workday HCM Tenant (Practice Access).
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Docs (Documentation).
- Microsoft Visio, Gliffy, Lucidchart, Draw.io (Process Flows).
- Bizagi, Camunda, Bonita, Signavio, Draw.io, Microsoft Visio (BPMN workflows).
- Balsamiq, Mockflow (Prototyping- wireframe/mockups).
- JIRA / Confluence (Agile Project Mgmt.).
- Excel (Data Mapping & Validation).
This course will be taught by an highly experienced professionals in Workday domain with 15 plus years of corporate experience.
The program is appx. 12-week (60-hour) training program designed to equip participants with the skills to become business analysts in the Workday domain. Skillcubator’s Workday Business Analysis Training and Placement Program is designed for aspiring or transitioning business analysts who want to master the Workday platform.
It blends domain knowledge, hands-on practical skills, and placement support to prepare individuals for Workday BA roles. This aligns with Skillcubator’s broader approach of training students or career-changers with little to no background in IT. The program includes hands-on projects, a capstone project, and comprehensive placement support to secure Workday business analyst role.
Workday is a leading cloud-based enterprise software platform that provides Human Capital Management (HCM), Financial Management, Payroll, Planning, and Analytics solutions for organizations of all sizes.
During this training program, you will master tools and techniques required by a Business Analyst along with Workday platform, which are required on a Workday implementation project. This includes:
- Requirements elicitation, analysis, documentation and managing solution requirements.
- Hands-On with Workday platform.
- Apply Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) to manage Workday projects.
- Design user-centric user interface with a focus on UX/UI.
- Complete a capstone project simulating a product launch.
- Be job-ready with tailored resume, interview, and placement support.
- Tools like MS Visio, Jira, Confluence, Lucidchart, Balsamiq etc.
For more detailed course outline, please visit the course page to know more about the list of tools/software that are used for this training program.
No. Workday Business Analysis Training and Placement Program does not require any coding or programming knowledge. The program is specifically designed for Business Analyst roles, which focus more on:
- Understanding business needs.
- Gathering and documenting requirements.
- Creating user stories.
- Collaborating with stakeholders and technical teams.
- Testing and validating Workday configurations.
Workday itself is a low-code/no-code platform, which means:
- Most tasks for Business Analysts involve configuration, process mapping, and workflow analysis rather than traditional programming.
- Technical implementation (like scripting or customization) is typically handled by Workday Developers or Admins.
This program is ideal for:
- Aspiring business analysts looking to specialize in Workday domain (No prior IT or BA experience required).
- Professionals from non-technical backgrounds (e.g., finance, HR, operations) who want to transition into tech or Workday roles.
- System Analysts, Support Analysts, or IT Coordinators seeking to move into business-facing roles within IT.
- College graduates from business, management, or technical fields want to build a career in the fast-growing Workday ecosystem.
- Those already working in ITSM domain and working with tools like Jira, Salesforce, BMC, or Remedy and who wants to upskill in Workday BA-specific practices.
No. A technical background is not required. This training will cover all aspects of business analysis and Workday domain and make you ready to work as a Business Analyst in Workday domain. The Workday Business Analysis Training is designed for non-technical and semi-technical professionals. It focuses on business processes, requirement gathering, workflow analysis, and Workday platform navigation—not on programming or system administration.
Truly speaking there are no absolute prerequisites to become a successful Workday Business Analyst. But it would be nice to have the following to become a successful Workday business analyst:
- Basic computing skills (MS Office like Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
- Decent communication skills (verbal and writing in English).
- Comfortable talking to people.
- Basic knowledge of finance.
If you have these things, we guarantee to transform you into a Workday business analyst.
No, the program is designed for both beginners as well as working professionals, who wants to switch their career into IT Workday domain. It starts with foundational concepts and progresses to advanced topics in the field of business analysis and Workday, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
The curriculum is aligned with the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) BABOK v3.0 framework, ensuring relevance to global business analysis standards. Workday topics are aligned with ITIL® Framework (IT Service Management). The program covers ITSM modules such as Incident, Change, Problem, and Request Management.
The Workday Business Analyst role in North America offers strong career growth, high earning potential, and expanding opportunities across sectors. With the platform’s continued expansion and organizations’ focus on automation and efficiency, the future outlook is excellent. The scope of Workday Business Analysis in North America—particularly in the United States and Canada—is strong and growing due to the widespread adoption of Workday across industries and the ongoing demand for digital transformation.
Strong Market Penetration of Workday:
- The U.S. is Workday’s largest market, with most Fortune 500 companies using it for ITSM, HRSD, CSM, and more.
- Canada is also rapidly adopting Workday across public sector, healthcare, telecom, and banking.
Increased Demand for Functional Business Analysts:
Companies seek BAs who can:
- Gather and document requirements for Workday implementations.
- Work with IT and business teams to streamline workflows.
- Support agile delivery and testing cycles on the Now Platform.
Remote & Hybrid Work Opportunities:
- Many roles are available fully remote or hybrid, especially post-COVID.
- Canadian and U.S. employers offer Workday BA roles across major cities like Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, New York, Austin, Dallas, and San Francisco.
Growing Use Cases Beyond IT
- Businesses are implementing Workday in HR, Finance, Risk & Compliance, and Customer Service domains.
- Workday BAs are now involved in enterprise-wide projects, not just IT.
High Salaries and Growth Potential
- Average salary in the U.S.: $90,000 – $130,000+ depending on experience and certifications.
- In Canada: CAD $85,000 – $115,000+.
- Demand is outpacing supply, especially for certified Workday professionals.
The following career paths are available after successful completion of the training program:
- Workday Business Analyst
- Product Owner
- Compliance Analyst
- Requirements Analyst
- Agile Project Coordinator
These roles are in demand at Workday startups, banks, payment processors, and tech companies.
There are plenty of career opportunities such as IT Project Manager, Program Manager, Scrum Master, Product Manager, Workday SME (Subject Matter Expert) and any suitable role in PMO (Project Management Office). Additionally, there are alternative career paths such as Data Analyst, Regulatory Analyst, and Digital Transformation Consultant.
The Workday Business Analyst role offers a dynamic, high-growth career with strong compensation, opportunities across industries, and relevance in both startups and enterprise firms. The role will continue to evolve with advances in AI, blockchain, and real-time payments.
Please visit the course page to review the list of topics covered in this training.
Yes. The program includes guided labs, real-time case studies, take-home assignments, in-class exercises, quizzes etc.
The capstone project is a hands-on, real-world simulation where participants design a Workday product (e.g., digital wallet, lending platform, or payment gateway). It involves creating deliverables such as a Business Requirements Document (BRD), business process flows, prototypes, compliance plans, and analytics dashboards. The project spans 8-10 weeks and culminates in a presentation to instructors and peers.
Duration: Typically, 10-12 weeks.
Format: Live instructor-led sessions (online), self-paced learning modules, and assignments.
Schedule: Evening and weekend batches available.
Yes. Skillcubator offers comprehensive placement support, including:
- Professional resume preparation
- Cover Letters.
- Unlimited mock interviews.
- LinkedIn optimization.
- Resume marketing through our in-house recruiters and partner network.
- Background check support.
- On-the-project mentoring, coaching and guidance.
The program includes comprehensive placement support, such as:
Resume and LinkedIn Optimization: One-on-one sessions to tailor your resume and LinkedIn profile for Workday roles.
Interview Preparation: Access to a 200+ question bank of Workday-specific behavioral and technical questions, plus three mock interviews.
Job Placement Assistance: Connections to Skillcubator’s network of Workday employers, including startups, banks, and tech firms.
Post-Placement Support: Three months of free mentoring after securing a job (additional mentoring at $50/hour).
Networking: Invitations to Skillcubator’s Workday webinars and industry events.
Yes. Skillcubator Training Institute is a ‘Premium-Level Endorsed Education Provider (EPP) from IIBA.org. After successfully completing the training program, participants will receive a ‘Certificate of Completion’ from Skillcubator with an IIBA seal on it, which can be shared on LinkedIn and included in resumes. Additionally, participants can claim 40 PDUs/CDUs towards any of the business analysis certifications offered by IIBA.
Please visit the course page to know more about the fee structure and enrollment options. Alternatively, you can contact Skillcubator directly through www.skillcubator.com for detailed pricing, enrollment assistance, and upcoming batch information.
Yes. Participants get 10% off if they enroll right after the webinar/demo session. Group discounts are also available for three or more participants enrolling together. Contact info@skillcubator.com for details.
Yes, Skillcubator offers a trial period for the first three sessions. If you choose to withdraw during this period, you are eligible for a full refund (in case you have made the payment), or discontinue the training without any future commitment, ensuring a risk-free start.
Please visit the course page to know more about the list of tools/software that are used for this training program.
No. There is no additional cost to install and use the tools/software that will be used for this training.
Yes. All live sessions are recorded, posted on the Learning Management System (LMS), and shared with participants, allowing you to catch up at your convenience.
You can visit www.skillcubator.com or contact us at info@skillcubator.com to speak with an enrollment advisor.
COURSE DELIVERY OPTION
- Live Online
- In-Person
- Private Team Training
PREREQUISITES
Truly speaking there are no absolute prerequisites to become a successful Workday business analyst. But it would be nice to have the following to become a successful business analyst:
- Basic computing skills (MS Office like Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
- Decent communication skills (verbal and writing in English).
- Comfortable talking to people.
If you have these three things, we guarantee to transform you into a Workday business analyst.
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