What is the difference between a process BA and a data BA resume?

Process BA leads with BABOK vocabulary, UML/BPMN diagrams, BRD/FRD documentation, and stakeholder workshops. Data BA leads with SQL, Tableau/Power BI, A/B testing, and metric-driven outcomes. Pick the archetype matching your target JDs; tuning halves your application-to-screen ratio.

Should a Business Analyst resume include SQL?

Yes for any data-leaning BA role — and even process-BA JDs increasingly require "ability to write basic SQL queries" (~60% in 2026). Put SQL in your top skills row plus one bullet showing a query-driven outcome (e.g. "Reduced reporting cycle from 3 days to 4 hours via SQL automation").

How do I tailor a BA resume for tech vs. enterprise BA roles?

Tech BA (Stripe, Shopify, Atlassian-style) screens for Jira, Agile ceremonies, Figma/wireframing, and product-discovery language. Enterprise BA (Deloitte, Accenture, banks) screens for BABOK, CBAP, requirements documentation, and project gating. Same person, two resume variants — keep both.

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