About us
We strive to provide quality and practical information about business analysis to aspiring BAs, and help you embark on your BA journey. We've been through it, so we understand how challenging it is! It is also a supportive and safe space for current BAs to discuss common problems, share learnings, or try out new ideas.
Find the recordings of all our past events on our YouTube channel.
We encourage:
- open, constructive, and respectful debates/discussions
- active learning and critical thinking
- engaging with us rather than passively receiving information
We look for collaborators:
- Speakers about business analysis
- Meetup groups sharing similiar visions or goals (women in tech, career transition, vocational education etc.)
- Venue and event sponsors
- Opportunity providers (companies hiring BAs or recruitment agencies)
If you're interested in growing with us, please reach out to our founder Sophie Chen: xichen618@gamil.com
Featured event
From International Student to NZ Professional
From International Student to NZ Professional: Your Career Breakthrough Starts Here
Join us this July 2026 for an insightful and engaging International Student Story Journeys Bootcamp, co-hosted by BA Career Meetup and Summer of Tech. This event is designed to unpack the real challenges international students face as they transition into the New Zealand workforce. From navigating workplace cultural differences and bridging communication gaps to building authentic human connections through networking, this session will offer practical perspectives grounded in lived experience.
We’ll also explore how rapid advancements in AI are reshaping industries, job expectations, and the skills needed to stay relevant in a changing landscape.
Hear from two inspiring speakers: Ting Xiang, a Data and AI Scientist at Spark New Zealand, who will share her journey from international student to tech professional, and Theora, an Operations Associate at BNZ, whose path from hospitality to corporate banking highlights resilience and adaptability.
Whether you're a student, recent graduate, or early-career professional, this bootcamp will equip you with relatable insights, actionable strategies, and renewed confidence to navigate your own career journey in Aotearoa.
Agenda
SoT Introduction + BA career meetup introduction (5 minutes)
Theora's talk (20 min)
Ting's talk (20 min)
Q&A (10 minutes)
Close (5 minutes)
Note: This event is hosted by Summer of Tech whose mission is to empower Aotearoa's diverse tech students and graduates. Summer of Tech bridge the gap between learning and earning by making it easy and attractive for employers to hire them.
About Summer of Tech
Summer of Tech is a world-class internship programme helping innovative NZ companies connect with smart local technology students. Whether you study engineering, design, computer science or any other tech-related field, we have a job for you!
All attendees will need to adhere to the Summer of Tech Code of Conduct. Please read this before attending the event.
Speaker Bio
Theora Dang's journey has been one of bold transformation from tourism international student to Operations Associate at BNZ. Arriving in Aotearoa eight years ago to study Hospitality and Tourism degree, Theora recently completed her Master’s in Business Analysis and navigated the jump into the corporate banking sector. Theora knows firsthand that job hunting as an international student can be a long, stressful and tiring game. She believes that by turning our perceived "weaknesses" into strengths and stepping out of comfort zone to connect with people, we can find our place in the Kiwi market. She is here to share her journey of resilience, the importance of networking, and maintaining wellbeing while staying persistent to land her first corporate role.
Ting Xiang works as a Data and AI Scientist at Spark New Zealand, where she develops data-driven and AI-powered solutions to support business growth and decision-making. After coming from China to New Zealand to pursue her studies in Master of Data Science, she began her journey to build a professional career in the local technology sector. Her experience covers machine learning, analytics, and emerging generative AI applications, with hands-on expertise in Python, SQL, Azure ML, and modern cloud platforms. Through her journey from international student to working processional, Ting is motivated to support others in navigating the New Zealand job market and translating technical knowledge into meaningful impact.
About BA Career Meetup
We aim to build a community for BAs to share and learn, while also sharing industry insights and practical suggestions to aspiring BAs. Our group is focused on helping professionals transition into the business analysis field by providing a clear pathway and resources for success.
Since our inception in January 2023, our Meetup community has grown to over 2,900 members from 35 countries. We have hosted over 80 online and in-person events, collaborated with leading academic institutions, non-profit organisations, and industry partners.
BA Career Meetup Group | Meetup
Upcoming events
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From International Student to NZ Professional
·OnlineOnlineFrom International Student to NZ Professional: Your Career Breakthrough Starts Here
Join us this July 2026 for an insightful and engaging International Student Story Journeys Bootcamp, co-hosted by BA Career Meetup and Summer of Tech. This event is designed to unpack the real challenges international students face as they transition into the New Zealand workforce. From navigating workplace cultural differences and bridging communication gaps to building authentic human connections through networking, this session will offer practical perspectives grounded in lived experience.
We’ll also explore how rapid advancements in AI are reshaping industries, job expectations, and the skills needed to stay relevant in a changing landscape.
Hear from two inspiring speakers: Ting Xiang, a Data and AI Scientist at Spark New Zealand, who will share her journey from international student to tech professional, and Theora, an Operations Associate at BNZ, whose path from hospitality to corporate banking highlights resilience and adaptability.
Whether you're a student, recent graduate, or early-career professional, this bootcamp will equip you with relatable insights, actionable strategies, and renewed confidence to navigate your own career journey in Aotearoa.
Agenda
SoT Introduction + BA career meetup introduction (5 minutes)
Theora's talk (20 min)
Ting's talk (20 min)
Q&A (10 minutes)
Close (5 minutes)Note: This event is hosted by Summer of Tech whose mission is to empower Aotearoa's diverse tech students and graduates. Summer of Tech bridge the gap between learning and earning by making it easy and attractive for employers to hire them.
About Summer of Tech
Summer of Tech is a world-class internship programme helping innovative NZ companies connect with smart local technology students. Whether you study engineering, design, computer science or any other tech-related field, we have a job for you!All attendees will need to adhere to the Summer of Tech Code of Conduct. Please read this before attending the event.
Speaker Bio
Theora Dang's journey has been one of bold transformation from tourism international student to Operations Associate at BNZ. Arriving in Aotearoa eight years ago to study Hospitality and Tourism degree, Theora recently completed her Master’s in Business Analysis and navigated the jump into the corporate banking sector. Theora knows firsthand that job hunting as an international student can be a long, stressful and tiring game. She believes that by turning our perceived "weaknesses" into strengths and stepping out of comfort zone to connect with people, we can find our place in the Kiwi market. She is here to share her journey of resilience, the importance of networking, and maintaining wellbeing while staying persistent to land her first corporate role.Ting Xiang works as a Data and AI Scientist at Spark New Zealand, where she develops data-driven and AI-powered solutions to support business growth and decision-making. After coming from China to New Zealand to pursue her studies in Master of Data Science, she began her journey to build a professional career in the local technology sector. Her experience covers machine learning, analytics, and emerging generative AI applications, with hands-on expertise in Python, SQL, Azure ML, and modern cloud platforms. Through her journey from international student to working processional, Ting is motivated to support others in navigating the New Zealand job market and translating technical knowledge into meaningful impact.
About BA Career Meetup
We aim to build a community for BAs to share and learn, while also sharing industry insights and practical suggestions to aspiring BAs. Our group is focused on helping professionals transition into the business analysis field by providing a clear pathway and resources for success.Since our inception in January 2023, our Meetup community has grown to over 2,900 members from 35 countries. We have hosted over 80 online and in-person events, collaborated with leading academic institutions, non-profit organisations, and industry partners.
BA Career Meetup Group | Meetup163 attendees
Past events
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