IFEOLUWA BENJAMIN OLUKANNI
Lanham
Summary
Results-driven Business Analyst with proven expertise in analyzing business needs, streamlining operations, and supporting data-informed decision-making. Experienced in gathering and translating requirements into functional solutions that align with organizational goals. Adept at facilitating cross-functional collaboration, improving workflows, and identifying opportunities for innovation and cost savings. Strong understanding of business process modeling, stakeholder management, and project lifecycle methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall. Recognized for a proactive approach to problem-solving and a clear ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Bowie State University
01.2023 - Current
- Utilized advanced statistical software to analyze large datasets, uncovering key insights for informed decisionmaking.
- Participated in regular meetings with project supervisors, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
- Assisted in manuscript preparation, contributing to the publication of influential articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to high-quality standards.
Graduate Research Assistant
East Tennessee State University
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducting thorough research on specific topics, identifying relevant sources, and synthesizing existing knowledge.
- Collecting data through surveys, experiments, interviews, or existing datasets.
- Analyzing data using SQL for querying, manipulating, and interpreting datasets to derive meaningful insights.
- Assisting faculty with developing and implementing research projects, including experimental design, data collection methods, and sampling strategies.
Junior Business Analyst
Digshot Media
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Analyze audience data across various platforms (social media, website, streaming services) to understand demographics, interests, and consumption habits.
- Track key metrics like website traffic, user engagement, and conversion rates.
- Analyze the performance of Digosh Media's digital platforms.
- Effectively communicate with and manage the expectations of stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential roadblocks, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Junior Business Analyst
Lord Smith Tech Global Concept
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Performing fundamental data analysis, such as identifying trends, calculating key metrics, and creating simple reports.
- Assisting with documenting existing business processes, identifying inefficiencies, and suggesting potential improvements.
- Participating in meetings with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements for projects.
- Assisting senior analysts with project planning, scheduling, and tracking.
- Preparing presentations and supporting materials for meetings.
Business Analyst Intern
Gabs Global concept
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Identifying trends, patterns, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Documenting requirements clearly and concisely using various methods (user stories, process flows, use cases).
- Analyzing existing business processes and identifying areas for improvement.
- Tracking project progress and identifying potential roadblocks.
- Creating reports and visualizations to communicate findings effectively (e.g., dashboards, presentations).
Education
Master of Science - Management Information Systems
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05-2026
National Diploma - Business Administration And Management
Federal Polythechnic Ado-Ekiti
10-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Ekiti State University
09.2018
Skills
- SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Data Gathering and Analysis
- Business process mapping
- Business process improvement
- Process modeling
- Gap analysis
- Project lifecycle understanding
- Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies
- Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables)
- SQL and relational databases
- SWOT analysis
- Stakeholder management
Accomplishments
- Conducting stakeholder interviews to identify key pain points and define project objectives.
- Gathering and documenting detailed business and functional requirements, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
- Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including developers and project managers, to ensure clear communication and successful implementation.
- Utilizing process modeling techniques to map current vs. future workflows, improving system usability and functionality.
- Assisting in UAT planning and execution, validating system outputs against user needs and expectations.
As the lead Business Analyst, I played a pivotal role in the successful development of the Smart Attendance Participation Tracker (SAPT)—a system designed to enhance student engagement and optimize attendance monitoring in academic environments. I was responsible for:
Certification
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
- CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) – In Progress
- Data Analytics in Python, Data Quest,
- Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project, Google,
- Foundations of Project Management Certificate, Google,
- Data Analytics Professional Certificate, Google,
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
East Tennessee State University
08.2023 - 12.2023
Graduate Research Assistant
Bowie State University
01.2023 - Current
Junior Business Analyst
Digshot Media
06.2022 - 01.2023
Junior Business Analyst
Lord Smith Tech Global Concept
10.2021 - 03.2022
Business Analyst Intern
Gabs Global concept
01.2019 - 01.2020
National Diploma - Business Administration And Management
Federal Polythechnic Ado-Ekiti
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Ekiti State University
Master of Science - Management Information Systems
Bowie State University
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