You are the CIO of a firm investigating the implementation of a business analytics program. The executives have heard of the need for a specific set of traits, training, qualifications, and background for business analytics personnel. The executives request that you prepare a report describing your recommended approach for recruiting, training, and retaining business analytics personnel.

In your proposed approach describe:

Skills and training required

Certification needed and why

Work experience requirements

Continuous training requirements.

Conclude your report with a business value justification for why the organization should commit resources to recruiting, training, and retaining business analytics professionals.