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Operations Research Analyst
Market Research Analyst
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Business Analytics:

Areas

Experiment design
Data analysis
Predictive analytics
Marketing strategy development
Fraud detection
Operations research/Management
Database administration
Program/Project management
Artificial Intelligence
Behavioral analytics

Employers

Software and technology
Telecommunications
Financial services and banking
Insurance
Manufacturing
Consumer products
Sports
Supply chain
Transportation
Consulting
Entertainment
Hospitality
Healthcare
Government/Public sector
Nonprofit organizations

Sample occupations

Management Analyst

Financial/Investment Analyst

Logistics Analyst

Market Research Analyst

Operations Management:

Areas

Operations research analysis (Business strategy, Facilities layout, Inventory control, Personnel scheduling)
Production management (Line supervision, Manufacturing management, Production planning, Quality assurance)
Materials management (Purchasing/Buying, Traffic management, Inventory management)

Employers

Manufacturers
Industrial organizations
Service organizations

Sample occupations

General and Operations Manager

Transportation, Storage, & Distribution Manager

Emergency Management Director

Purchasing Manager

Banking and Finance:

Areas

Corporate and consumer credit analysis
Commercial lending
Trust management
Mortgage loans
Operations
Financial analysis

Employers

Commercial banks
Credit unions
Savings and loan associations
Savings banks
Mortgage banks
Brokerage firms
Regulatory agencies

Sample occupations

Financial Manager

Personal Financial Advisor

Appraiser/Assessor of Real Estate

Insurance:

Areas

Actuary science
Risk management/Assessment
Loss management/Control
Asset management

Employers

Insurance firms
Insurance agents and brokers
Consulting firms
Government agencies

Sample occupations

Insurance Claims Investigator

Insurance Underwriter

Insurance Sales Agent

Financial Risk Specialist

Management:

Areas

Entry-level/Management-trainee
Employee supervision
Operations supervision
Project management
Team management
Information management
Middle management
Top management

Employers

Banks and financial institutions
Hotels and other facilities
Service providers
Healthcare organizations
Manufacturers
Software and technology companies
Educational institutions
Local, state, and federal government
Nonprofit organizations

Sample occupations

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planner

Compliance Manager

Document Management Specialist

Clinical Data Manager

General information and strategies

Business analytics is a rapidly expanding career field due to the growth of “big data.”

The job outlook for data scientists is very strong because businesses have more access to data than ever before and that data requires analysis for decision making.

An undergraduate degree can be used in a variety of business settings if combined with relevant experience and skills.
Develop a solid background in information technology, software, and tools related to data mining, statistical analysis, and business process optimization.
Earn relevant industry certifications to increase marketability.
Good communication skills are critical in order to communicate statistical information clearly to people who do not have technical backgrounds.
Writing and presentation skills are also frequently used.
Get involved with campus organizations to build leadership and teamwork skills.