Business Analyst
Analyse data to recommend ways to boost profit, improve efficiency, and answer the business needs of an organisation.
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- What's it like to be a Business Analyst?
- How to become a Business Analyst
- Latest Business Analyst jobs
- Top skills and experience for Business Analysts
- Business Analyst role reviews
What's it like to be a Business Analyst?
Working in-house for a company or as an outsourced professional, Business Analysts study collected data from various sources such as financial reports, market surveys, and workflow processes. By using statistical knowledge, they extract and organise information, which enables them to formulate strategies that help businesses achieve their specific goals. Though they spend most of their time using computer software and technical tools, they also work with other analysts, information technology teams, and managers to access data and define business targets. Because they may be required to craft reports and present their suggestions to mid-level and senior executives, Business Analysts should have strong communication skills.
Tasks and duties
- Analysing the big picture of business issues through research, evaluating present practices, and studying data collected by other team members.
- Collaborating with stakeholders, technicians, and management to better assess the issue.
- Identifying business pain points and opportunities.
- Developing programs and solutions based on an organisation’s needs and goals.
- Presenting conclusions and recommendations to management.
- Researching ways to upgrade business processes through technology and workflow improvements.
How to become a Business Analyst
To become a Business Analyst, you typically need a relevant qualification and industry experience.
- Complete a degree in business administration, business management, IT, computer science or another related field.
- Consider starting off in an entry-level position. As a junior Business Analyst, you will assist in gathering and examining data, as well as brainstorming business solutions for an organisation. Use this time to strengthen your skills and determine the specific industry you want to specialise in.
- Certifications can boost your credentials and let you network with other Business Analysts. Choose internationally recognised certifications, which can widen your career opportunities.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Business Analyst employers on Jobstreet are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Business Requirements
User Acceptance Testing
Business Analysis
Business Processes
Functional Specifications
Requirement Gathering
User Stories
Functional Requirements
Analytical Thinking
Information Technology
Computer Science
Communication Skills
Test Cases
Data Analysis
SQL Query Language
Requirement Analysis
Microsoft Power Business Intelligence
Test Plans
Software Development
Problem Solving
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Latest Business Analyst reviews
Nov 2022
Good Role!
Reviewer's QualificationDiploma of Mechatronics
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationInformation & Communication Technology
The good thingsThe most flexible work that i mostly satisfied
The challengesTo facing with customer and gather the requirements
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Nov 2022
Good
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Engineering (Electrical) (Honours)
ExperienceLess than a year
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationHealthcare & Medical
The good thingsIm still new to this role. So i can't really say much
The challengesNo comment as still new to work
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