Advanced Certification in Salesforce Business Analysis and AI
Develop the strongest foundation in Salesforce AI, get certified, gain hands-on project experience, and find your dream job
Next Cohort starts on 25 Oct 2024
160 Hours
50 Live Lectures
15 Mini Projects
5x Salesforce Certifications
Master Classes by IIT Professors
Why invest in a career in Salesforce AI?
Become part of the fastest-growing and most exciting AI ecosystem. Salesforce Economy, Powered by AI, Will Create a Net Gain of 11.6M Jobs and $2.02T in Business Revenues Between 2022 and 2028
IDC estimates that IT spending on AI delivered through the cloud will grow from $46.9 billion in 2022 to $222.4 billion in 2027 with a five-year CAGR of 37%.
Furthermore, AI applications delivered through cloud will grow from $12.5 billion in 2022 to $42.6 billion in 2027 with a five-year CAGR of 28%.
The GenAI market is set to grow from 4.8% of AI applications in 2022 to 31% by 2026, reflecting its expanding role in AI.
For full details, view the IDC report here.
Why join the Salesforce Consultant & AI Advanced Certification
World’s 1st Salesforce Program by an IIT
Learn from renowned IIT faculty and Industry Experts
Unique combination of Salesforce fundamentals and AI skills
Personalized Mentorship & Support
Live mentorship and guidance from Salesforce practitioners
Personalized sessions in small groups
Industry aligned, Hands-on Training
Content developed with leading Salesforce companies
15+ Industry projects to get comprehensive hands-on experience
Certificate of Completion from IIT Kanpur and saasguru
Register your interest by filling out the online application form by 25 Oct 2024
Curriculum
Advanced Certification in Salesforce Consultant and AI is a comprehensive 16-week immersive experience. It will be delivered on the AI-powered learning platform of our delivery partner, saasguru, with blended learning elements, including Live Masterclasses by IIT Faculty & Industry Experts, 15 + Mini Projects run on purpose-built Lab, Assignments, Quizzes, and Mentoring sessions.
- CRM Introduction and Essentials
- PaaS & SaaS Models
- Salesforce Overview
- Salesforce Architecture
- Salesforce Admin Certification Overview
- Understand Salesforce Admin Role and Responsibilities.
- Day in life of a Salesforce Admin
- Company Information
- Fiscal Year
- Currency Management
- Business Hours and Holidays
- Manage Users
- Salesforce Licensing
- Organization and Data Access Overview
- Login Hours, IP Restrictions, and Session Settings
- Password Policies
- Salesforce Auditing
- Salesforce Identity and MFA
- Standard and Custom Objects
- Standard and Custom Fields
- Object Relationships
- Formula and Roll-up Summary Fields
- Salesforce Lightning Apps and Tabs
- Home Page Customization
- Page Layouts and Record Types
- Business Processes and Path
- App Builder overview and Dynamic Forms
- List Views
- UI Settings and Search Results
- Lightning Actions – object and global
- Profiles and Permission Sets
- Object and Field Level Security
- OWD Settings
- Role Hierarchy
- Sharing Rules
- Manual Sharing
- Standard Sales Process and Objects Overview
- Sale Productivity Features
- Team Selling and Sharing Impact
- Einstein Lead & Opportunity Scoring
- Standard Service Process and Objects Overview
- Service Console
- Case Automations
- Service Channels
- Salesforce Reports, Custom Reports and Report Types
- Report Builder Features
- Salesforce Dashboards, Features and Components
- Reports and Dashboards Sharing
- Data Import Tools and Considerations
- Data Export Tools and Considerations
- Data Quality Tools and Considerations
- Validation Rules
- Duplicate and Matching Rules
- Order of Execution
- Workflows
- Process Builder
- Approval Process
- Salesforce Flows
- Which Automation Tool to Use?
- Order of Execution
- Flow Basics
- Flow Builder
- Flow Types
- Flow Testing , Debugging and Deployment
- Advance Flows
- User Interface Customizations
- Custom Buttons, Links and Actions
- Declarative Options for LWC
- Custom Lightning Components
- Application Lifecycle
- Changeset Deployment
- Unmanaged and Managed Packages
- Deployment Plan
- Instructor-Guided Project Execution
- Hands-On Lab Delivery
- Understanding Project Requirements
- Brainstorming for Solutions
- Guided Video Solution Support
- Automated Build Validation
- Real-World Use Case Development
- Salesforce Admin vs a Business Analyst
- Salesforce BA Career Path
- Roles and Responsibilities of a BA
- Skillset of a good Business Analyst – Soft Skills and Salesforce Skills
- Tools used by a Business Analyst
- What is CRM?
- Customer 360
- Salesforce Clouds Overview
- Einstein Copilot and Prompt Builder
- AI Tools and Prompts for Business Case
- AI Tools and Prompts for Prototyping
- Overview of SDLC
- Waterfall
- Scrum Agile
- Rapid Application Development
- Prototyping
- Importance of understanding business objective
- Business Case Creation
- Identify Stakeholders and assign responsibilities
- Sandboxes & Deployments
- Salesforce Environment Best Practices
- What is Requirement Elicitation and its stages
- AI Tools and Prompts for Document Assessment
- Documenting SMART requirements
- Elicitation techniques
- Brainstorming
- Interviewing
- Surveys
- Mind Maps
- Interfaces and data mapping
- Business Use Case Overview
- Stage 1 Initiation
- Stakeholder management
- Approval process
- AI Tools and Prompts for Document Assessment
- Actors and System
- Salesforce tools to analyze the As-Is
- Hands-on exercise
- BA tools to analyze and capture the As-Is process
- Introduction to Mural Service Design
- User Journey vs Service Design
- Best Practices – As-Is process documentation
- Use Salesforce Surveys
- AI Tools and Prompts for Process Flow Diagrams
- Salesforce Surveys – Product Showcase
- Future State Process Mapping
- Salesoforce and LucidChart
- Hands-on exercise
- Managing Complex business processes
- Feature List
- Stakeholders Sign-off
- AI Tools and Prompts for creating User Stories
- User Story Creation
- Hand-on Exercise/Trivia
- JIRA walkthrough
- Product Backlog Creation
- Requirement Prioritization
- Key Consideration while creating u/s
- AI Tools and Prompts for creating UAT Plan
- Types of Testing
- UAT Plan
- UAT Strategies for orgs with Large Data
- Release Readiness
- Intro to Agile Accelerator
- Change Set Development Model
- Git and GitHub Basics
- Product Showcase
- Hands-on Project Execution Overview Session
- Initiate Phase Kick-off”
- Initiation Phase Deliverables Validation
- Discovery Workshop with Mock Customer
- Discovery Workshop Deliverables Validation
- To-Be State Phase Kick-off
- To-Be Phase Deliverables Validation
- Develop User Stories Phase Kick-off
- User Stories Support Session
- Playback Readiness Session
- Project Playback
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning Principles
- Data Science Fundamentals
- Programming for AI
- AI Project Lifecycle
- AI Applications in the Real World
- Overview of Salesforce AI architecture and tools
- Introduction to Salesforce Einstein AI
- Salesforce Einstein AI Trust Layer
- Security and Privacy Features
- Implementing and Managing Trust Layer
- Generative AI for Sales
- Generative AI for Service
- Who I am and What I do Master Class
- Resume Writing Master, class
- LinkedIn Profile Master Class
- Interview Preparations Master Class
- Growth Mindset & Goal Setting Master Class
- Job Search Strategies Master Class
- Networking & Personal Branding Master Class
- Workplace Communication Master Class
- Interview Attire and Appearance Master Class
- Follow-Up and Thank You Notes Master Class
- Mock Interviews
- Interview Prep Sessions
- When to Use Prompt Builder
- Managing Prompt Roles and Templates
- Creating and Activating Prompts
- Grounding Techniques for Prompts
- Prompt Templates Lifecycle
- When to Use Einstein Copilot
- Understanding Copilot Actions
- Creating and Managing Custom Copilot Actions
- Monitoring Copilot Adoption
Hands-on Projects
Following a learn-by-doing pedagogy, the Advanced Certificate in Salesforce Business Analysis and AI allows you to apply your skills and knowledge in real-time through 15+ industry-relevant projects hosted on our purpose-built Salesforce Labs
Below are samples of projects
IIT Faculty and Industry Experts
Learn from the pioneers. Gain insights from world-renowned IIT faculty and Industry experts
ARKS Srinivas
CEO
IITK Foundation
ARKS Srinivas, an alumnus of IIM Calcutta, is a seasoned mentor with over 24 years of experience in the education sector. He co-founded Vanguard Business School and VistaMind, later merging them with CL Educate, where he served as President & CEO. Currently, ARKS is the CEO of IITK Foundation, leading transformative projects that elevate higher education.
Amit Chodhary
CEO & Co-Founder,
saasguru
Amit has 24 years of experience in IT Consulting across four continents. As the CEO and co-founder of one of APAC's most successful Salesforce consulting companies, he has led multimillion-dollar Salesforce consulting projects for Fortune 500 companies. He is passionate about skills development and democratizing Salesforce careers for individuals from all walks of life. His areas of expertise include Consulting skills and mastering effective communication. Amit is also passionate about helping professionals develop compelling personal brands—crucial for success in the competitive Salesforce ecosystem.
Prateek Kataria
CPO & Co-Founder,
saasguru
Prateek is a passionate Salesforce enthusiast with over 12 years of industry experience and an impressive 20X Salesforce certifications. As the Chief Product Officer (CPO) at saasguru, he leads the product strategy, seamlessly aligning customer needs with company objectives to deliver impactful solutions that drive business outcomes.
Sumit Pachnanda
Founder ,
SaaSWorx
Sumit brings over two decades of expertise to the technology sector, having worked as a hands-on Salesforce developer and project manager before founding two successful Salesforce consulting companies. His deep-rooted passion for technology drives him to engage directly with technical details and innovations. As a mentor, Sumit is dedicated to nurturing talent, developing exceptional developers, and enhancing project delivery skills. Recognized as one of the pioneers of Salesforce consulting in India, Sumit continues to influence and shape the industry through his leadership and humility.
Mohammed Nadeem Shaikh
Senior Program Architect,
Salesforce
Nadeem is an innovative technology leader driving impactful solutions across diverse industries such as Financial Services, Energy, HR, Healthcare, and Social Impact. His expertise lies in empowering customer success through efficient, cutting-edge technology implementations, while addressing critical business challenges with vision and precision.
Izzy Navarrete
Salesforce Consultant,
saasguru
Izzy is a problem solver with an innate ability to get to the heart of any situation. With over 13 years of experience in customer service, sales, and hospitality services, she has developed a deep understanding of client needs. Certified as a Salesforce Consultant, Izzy holds 4X Salesforce certifications, demonstrating her commitment to mastering the Salesforce ecosystem.
Vishal Gupta
Salesforce Solution Architect,
TCS
Vishal is a seasoned Salesforce professional with over 11 years of experience in roles ranging from Architect to Consultant, Tech Lead, and Developer. He has a proven track record of working with clients across the AMER and EMEA regions, excelling in client interaction, requirements gathering, and translating complex needs into comprehensive technical designs.
Himanshu Matharu
Senior Technical Consultant,
Datacom
Himanshu is a Senior Salesforce Technical Consultant known for delivering efficient technological solutions while fostering teamwork in project roles. A skilled Salesforce developer, he thrives on solving complex challenges, always prioritizing functionality while carefully managing technical debt and system complexity.
Register your interest by filling out the online application form by 25 Oct 2024
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Advanced Certification in Salesforce Consultant and AI is an ideal launch-pad for tech and AI enthusiasts to leverage an application-based pedagogy and solve real-world business problems with Salesforce AI.
Worlds’ first Salesforce program from an IIT
Designed and Delivered by IIT and saasguru
Collaboration with leading Salesforce companies
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Mentoring by industry experts
Small cohort for personalized guidance and support
AI-powered learning platform with Labs
Build your Salesforce and AI Portfolio
Applied and immersive learning
15 + industry-relevant projects to gain practical experience
Translate learnings into solution-oriented skills
Program Fee
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INR 80,000 + GST
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Next Cohort starts on 25 Oct 2024
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Application Process
Application Intake
Register your interest by filling out the online application form.
Assessment Test
30-minute online test to evaluate your skills and match you to the best Bootcamp programs.
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Salesforce AI: Advanced Certification in Salesforce Business Analysis and AI (FAQs)
Yes, absolutely! Upon completing the “Advanced Certification in Salesforce Business Analysis and AI ”, you will receive two prestigious certifications: one from E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur and another from saasguru.
These certifications will enhance your resume, validate your skills to potential employers, make you job-ready, and give you a competitive edge in the job market.
Yes, 100% placement support is provided to all students who meet the eligibility criteria.
The “Advanced Certification in Salesforce Business Analysis and AI ” program offered by E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur, is a comprehensive, outcome-driven training initiative designed to bridge the gap between academia and industry. Tailored for both aspiring professionals and experienced practitioners, the program provides hands-on experience and specialized knowledge in Salesforce. Whether you are beginning your career or looking to enhance your skills, this program offers a valuable opportunity to advance your expertise and achieve your professional goals in the Salesforce ecosystem.
If you happen to miss an online Salesforce class, don’t worry. You can easily catch up by accessing exclusive session recordings. Links to these recordings will be provided after each session, ensuring that you stay on track with the course syllabus and continue your learning journey seamlessly.
Every learner will be a part of our exclusive Slack Learner Community, which will be guided by some of the best industry experts. Your queries will be addressed through this group.
At the moment, all our training courses are online. We will very soon come up with offline-based Salesforce training calendars. Please follow our social media pages to hear from us.
The training material will be made available for a lifetime for our learners once they have enrolled for the course.
The training program fee does not include the cost of Salesforce’s authorized certification. Learners are required to pay the certification exam fees separately to Salesforce
Please click on the Book a free consultation to schedule a time with our program experts to understand more about the program and career prospects
For information on refunds and cancellations, please review the official refund policy of E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur.
This is a remotely proctored video-based assessment test. You will need a laptop or desktop equipped with a camera and a stable internet connection to take the test. You will be required to show a valid ID proof (e.g., Aadhar card) for system verification. Please note that if any unfair means are detected during the test, your candidature will be disqualified.
The assessment test consists of 30 multiple-choice questions covering Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability. You will have a total of 30 minutes to complete the test. Each correct answer is awarded +4 marks, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
To access the assessment test link, you need to apply for a Salesforce Program by IIT Kanpur. Once you have applied for the program, we will send the assessment test link to your registered email address along with detailed instructions. Please read the instructions carefully before starting the test.
If you have any questions or concerns related to the assessment test, please feel free to reach out to us at courses_sg@ifacet.iitk.ac.in or support@saasguru.co
IFACET – IIT Kanpur is collaborating with the world’s No1 Salesforce skilling provider, saasguru, to offer the Advanced Certification in Salesforce Bootcamp. This program leverages IIT Kanpur’s leadership in innovation, science, engineering, and technical disciplines developed over years of research, teaching, and practice. saasguru collaborates with institutions to co-deliver the program and manage enrollments, technology, and participant support.
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