Business Analyst (general)

If you like analyzing data to improve business processes, solving organizational problems, and creating reports this role is for you.

A Business Analyst identifies business needs through data analysis and process evaluation. They provide actionable insights to optimize operations, enhance efficiency, and support strategic decision-making.

Skills you’ll need: Workflow Management, Business Analysis, Dashboard, Business Process, Power BI, Finance, Jira (Software), Requirements Elicitation

$94,080 median salary86,525 jobs available¹

Business Analyst (general)

If you like analyzing data to improve business processes, solving organizational problems, and creating reports this role is for you.

A Business Analyst identifies business needs through data analysis and process evaluation. They provide actionable insights to optimize operations, enhance efficiency, and support strategic decision-making.

Skills you’ll need: Workflow Management, Business Analysis, Dashboard, Business Process, Power BI, Finance, Jira (Software), Requirements Elicitation

$94,080 median salary86,525 jobs available¹

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