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Pathway: Business and Office Management
Job: Systems Analyst
Job Description
Systems Analysts solve computer problems and plan and develop new hardware and software systems that enable computer technology to meet the needs of a business. These needs may relate to personnel, equipment or business processes. Many systems analysts are involved in networking or connecting computers in business offices.
Necessary Education
Associate and/or Bachelor’s Degree
Helpful High School Courses
Sciences, Mathematics, English, Computer Applications, Computer Programming
Working Conditions
- Works in offices or laboratories
- Usually works a 40-hour week
- Work may cause eye strain, back, wrist and hand problems
- Work may be required on weekends and nights to meet deadlines
- Work may involve telecommuting
Salary Range
- 2003, Delaware average annual salary,
$71,140
- 2003, Delaware average hourly wage,
$34.20
Career Ladder Information
- With experience and more education, a systems analyst may advance to senior or lead systems analyst, manager of information systems, or chief information officer
Personal Qualities and Interests
You:
- Are a problem solver
- Are a logical thinker
- Have a strong interest in computers
- Have good interpersonal skills
- Are willing to continually upgrade skills and knowledge
- Are familiar with computer language
- Are detail conscious
Did you know?
- There is no universally acceptable way to prepare for a computer-based profession career; however, many employers require a Bachelor’s Degree.
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