Business analyst

You could:

• speak to managers to learn what their business needs are
• write down what the business does and how
• analyse your findings to suggest changes and improvements
• explain the possible effects of changes, such as the costs, benefits and risks
• organise testing and quality checks
• support staff to make changes

We've identified this as a potential green job

For a business analyst to be a green job, you could:

• work for an environmentally friendly company
• ensure that the business follows green policies and practices
• suggest solutions which take into account the environmental impact

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• business management skills
• analytical thinking skills
• knowledge of teaching and the ability to design courses
• to be flexible and open to change
• the ability to use your initiative
• customer service skills
• the ability to work well with others
• excellent verbal communication skills
• to have a thorough understanding of computer systems and applications

You can get into this job through:

• a university course
• an apprenticeship
• applying directly

With experience, you could:

• become a business project manager
• work as a consultant
• work in different industries
• set up your own company
• work freelance