Why Do You Need To Visit a Business Analysis Conference
What is the best way to feel part of a larger community? Read an article and share your opinion in the comments? Watch a live webinar and discuss it with a host? Or visit some local event? All these ways are great, but they are localized — just like the last option. So, how do you reach the global community? The answer is definite: visit a business analysis conference 2025!
New year promises a lot. Based on my calculations, we expect at least a dozen already confirmed global events and a dozen more to be announced later this year. These events will bring together professionals from all industries, creating a space to share experiences, learn new trends, and connect with like-minded people. Instead of working in isolation, you’ll get fresh ideas and insights to help you grow in your career.
Conferences are not just about lectures and presentations but about honest conversations and networking. You’ll meet experts, mentors, and peers who face the same challenges as you. Whether you’re looking for career advice, new tools, or just a sense of belonging, being in a room full of BAs who “get it” is an experience like no other.
If you’ve never attended a business analysis conference, 2025 is the perfect time to start. There are many significant events happening around the world, each offering something unique. Keep reading to discover the best conferences you should consider attending this year!
Business Analysis Conference 2025: Top Events
Business Analysis Conference: Spring Season
BA Excellence by EPAM
free | online | SINGLE day | #BAexcellence
BA Excellence is the regular full-day event from EPAM and the Global Business Analysis Community that brings together experts from all over the world.
This year, BA Excellence transforms into the ultimate practice-focused event for all Business Analysts! Under the theme “Business Analyst 3.0”, this edition is all about rolling up your sleeves and diving into actionable learning experiences.
Attendees will participate in interactive workshops, hands-on sessions, and case study explorations designed to equip them with practical tools and skills they can apply immediately in their roles.
Whether you’re looking to advance your career, tackle your next big project, or refine your BA expertise, this is the conference that will leave you saying, “I know how to make it happen!”
BA Life 2025
$200-400 | online | SINGLE day | #balife
BA Life is a virtual conference that is designed as a one-day festival by BAs for BAs. This business analysis conference focuses on bringing together BA professionals from all industries to share knowledge, network, and explore the latest trends.
The conference format aims to provide a comprehensive learning experience in a compact, accessible format. In a single day, you will get 35 speakers in 4 parallel tracks, 3 keynotes from world-class BA leaders, a Super Bowl-like mid-game experience, a cozy fireside chat, and more!
A unique distinguishing feature of this event is that they do not invite speakers to submit proposals. They carefully tailor who to speak and what to speak about. Hosts mostly choose from people they know and have had positive experiences with. A pretty homey touch, I would say!
If you are reading this article on release, you have time to grab the deal and get your early bird ticket! If not – do not worry; there should be enough tickets for everybody even after that. Use the link below to get a great deal and make the first important investment of the year!
Make your business analyst life better with BA Life!
P.S. If you want to hear me yapping about the Balanced Scorecard technique – I invite you to my session during the conference!
PMBA Orlando 25
$1,105-2,319 | offline | 3 DAYS
The ProjectSummit*BusinessAnalystWorld (PMBA) Conference in Orlando is scheduled to take place from May 5–7, 2025, at the Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld. This event is a premier gathering for project management and business analysis professionals, offering a rich platform for learning, networking, and professional development.
Details about specific speakers are still emerging. However, past PMBA events have included prominent figures in project management and business analysis who explore cutting-edge topics like automation, leadership strategies, and innovative methodologies. For this year’s event, expect a similar lineup of thought leaders providing valuable expertise.
BA&Beyond 2025
$333-470 / day | online | 5 DAYS | #babeyond
BA&Beyond is a conference that connects business analysts on a different level. This event has a unique feature that no other conference in Europe has. It spans 4 countries, 4 cities, and 5 events in total. The event will occur in Denmark, The Netherlands, Belgium (2 days), and Luxembourg. You are encouraged not only to visit the single event in your location but also to travel with speakers and spend the whole week in the company of world BA leaders!
This business analyst conference focuses on enabling change in organizations by bridging analysis with strategy, architecture, agile, product management, and innovation. The conference creates a context for sharing experiences and learning from peers, turning insights into tangible actions. Topics cover a broad mix of BA-related domains, and the event welcomes experienced and new speakers.
For each day you participate, you get CDUs for your IIBA re-certifications, and if you have an active IIBA membership, you will get a whopping $80 discount per ticket you buy! Hurry up to get super early bird before Feb 16 and early bird tickets before March 16!
6th European Business Analysis Day
$200-500 | online | 1 conference day + 2 days of workshops | #eubaday
Expertise in Business Analysis is essential for shaping a valuable digital future. With new developments emerging ever-increasingly, it takes expert knowledge to distinguish important trends from short-lived hype. At the same time, security risks are becoming just as critical as functionality, requiring a keen eye for potential threats.
Successful digital strategies will rely on solutions that are valuable, secure, and fast to market. Artificial Intelligence plays a key role in achieving both speed and value, and the more lightweight and flexible individual components are, the better the outcomes.
The 6th BA-DAY continues its tradition of placing cutting-edge topics at the center of discussion, which is reflected in the following track themes.
P.S. If you want to hear me yapping about what hiring managers ask during the business analyst interviews – I invite you to my session at the conference!
BA/UX Istanbul
from $125 | online | Single day
BA-UXistanbul is a landmark conference in the vibrant city of Istanbul, bringing together IT professionals, business analysts, and UX experts involved in business change and project delivery. This 3-day event offers a dynamic platform for learning, sharing, and networking, featuring world-renowned speakers and insightful discussions.
As the first and only International Business Analysis and User Experience Conference in Turkey and Southeast Europe, BA-UXistanbul is officially endorsed by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®). Hosted by UXservices and BA-Works, it has been a key event for the past nine years, offering a global stage for business analysts and business units.
Whether you’re looking to gain new insights, expand your professional network, or stay ahead of industry trends, BA-UXistanbul is the place to be—don’t miss out!
Building Business Capability (BBC) 2025
from $2,200 | offline | 4 days | #bbccon
The Building Business Capability (BBC) Conference 2025 is scheduled to take place from June 9 to June 12, 2025, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona. This highly anticipated event is designed to enhance professional capabilities across key domains such as People, Products, Data, and Knowledge, offering a comprehensive platform for advancing leadership skills, fostering customer-centric organizations, and driving digital transformation.
Theme: The conference theme for 2025, “Immerse Yourself – Engage & Excel!”, reflects its focus on interactive and high-impact learning experiences. Building on the success of the 2024 event, the agenda has been further enriched with engaging sessions tailored to modern business needs.
The BBC Conference stands out as a premier event for professionals seeking actionable insights into business analysis, architecture, processes, and leadership. It equips attendees with tools and strategies to navigate complex organizational challenges while fostering innovation and operational excellence. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your technical skills or enhance your strategic leadership capabilities, BBC 2025 promises a transformative experience tailored to modern business demands.
BAMF 2025: Summer
$200 | offline | Single day | secret location
The BA Manager Forum (BAMF), organized by Assist Knowledge Development (AssistKD), is a prestigious and exclusive event designed specifically for senior business analysts and leaders responsible for managing business analysis practices within their organizations. Since its inception in 2009, the Forum has established itself as a cornerstone for advancing the business analysis profession, offering a platform for strategic discussions, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.
The BAMF is not your typical open-to-all conference. It operates on an invitation-only basis, ensuring that only the most qualified and relevant professionals are in attendance. This exclusivity fosters a highly focused environment where participants can engage in meaningful discussions and exchange insights on leadership, innovation, and the evolving role of business analysis. The exact dates and locations of the events are kept confidential to maintain privacy and exclusivity. As such, gaining access to the Forum requires proactive networking within the business analysis community or direct engagement with AssistKD.
Access to the BA Manager Forum is highly sought after but limited to those who receive an invitation. To increase your chances of being invited, build strong professional network, engage Assist Knowledge Development through their training programs, and demonstrate leadership in your organization’s BA practice, as invitations are typically extended to individuals in managerial or leadership roles.
The BA Manager Forum is more than just a conference—it is a unique opportunity for senior professionals to shape the future of business analysis while advancing their own careers in an exclusive and collaborative setting.
Business Analysis Conference: Autumn Season
The automn season conferences are working on details and will release them later. Save this article and get back to in in a couple of months – you will get all the relevant updates!
CROBA 2025
$TBD | offline | 2 days | #croBA2025
After a highly successful conference in 2024, croBA 2025 is back – bringing more content, connections, and insight for business analysts from Croatia and beyond.
This year’s theme is Capability to Drive Impact – knowledge matters, but the ability to make a difference is what truly drives value.
17th Business Analysis Conference Europe
from $1000 | offline | 3 days | #ba25
Now in its 17th year, the conference continues to be the leading platform for business analysts and change management professionals across Europe. The 2025 edition offers a rich and dynamic programme designed to equip analysts, consultants, and change makers with the tools and inspiration they need to succeed in today’s fast-moving business environment.
With 550+ attendees, 80+ sessions, 100+ speakers, 15 workshops, 5 powerful keynotes, and the return of the prestigious BA of the Year Award, this year’s event is not to be missed.more details soon! bookmark and visit this article later!
IIBA Poland Summit
$TBD | offline | 1 day | #iibapolandsummit
The IIBA Poland Summit is a significant event for business analysis professionals in Poland, celebrating the intersection of technology, innovation, and leadership within the field. Hosted by the IIBA Poland Chapter, this summit offers a unique opportunity for learning, sharing, and networking within the BA community.
Whole waiting for details, you may check my vlog from last year from Warsaw (I attanded the conference as delegate and media partner)
Balkan Business Analysis Conference (BBAC)
$TBD | offline | 2 days | #bbac25
The Balkan Business Analysis Conference is a key gathering tailored for business analysis professionals within the Balkan region and further afield, blending regional insights with global best practices. This event is perfect for business analysts, project managers, and IT professionals eager to expand their knowledge, skills, and professional network. It features insightful keynotes, hands-on workshops, and real-world case studies, covering topics from agile methodologies to digital transformation and data analytics. Attendees will benefit from unparalleled networking opportunities, connecting with a vibrant community committed to advancing the field of business analysis.
Whole waiting for details, you may check my vlog from last year from Zagreb (I attanded the conference as delegate and media partner)
Festival of Business Analysis
from $225 | hybrid | 14 days | #foba25
Hosted by IIBA Australia, this event is scheduled for 13-24 October 2025 across several cities in Australia and New Zealand, including Adelaide, Auckland, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, and Wellington, as well as online. The theme “Innovate, Inspire, Ignite” reflects its focus on next-gen strategies, inspirational insights, and fostering excellence in business analysis. Every city has a one-day event, while the online format spans the whole period.
BA Summit Southern Africa
$TBD | offline | 3 days | #basummitsa
The business world is undergoing rapid transformation. With disruptive technologies, changing customer expectations, and a growing emphasis on agility, there’s a need for professionals who can effectively bridge strategy and execution. Business Analysts are at the forefront of this change, driving innovation and guiding organizations towards success.
Join the 2025 Business Analysis Summit Southern Africa for an inspiring journey of learning, collaboration, and growth. Engage in dynamic sessions, hear from leading experts, and participate in interactive workshops designed to enhance your skills and knowledge. This conference is not just a series of presentations; it’s an opportunity to ignite your professional passion and realize your full potential as a Business Analyst.
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