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An entry-level business analyst (or also a junior business analyst) is responsible for evaluating and analyzing business processes and operations to identify opportunities for improvement. They work closely with stakeholders to gather and document requirements, and then develop strategies and recommendations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Some of the key skills required for this role include strong analytical abilities, excellent problem-solving skills, and effective communication skills. Entry level business analysts should also have knowledge of data analysis tools and techniques, as well as proficiency in project management methodologies.
As they gain experience, there is significant potential for a career as a business analyst, with opportunities to move into senior analyst roles, project management positions, or even management consulting roles within the company or industry. Continuous learning and professional development in areas such as business analysis methodologies and emerging technologies can further accelerate business analyst career advancement.
We only used data from jobs posted on our website to calculate business analyst salaries. In the brackets next to each industry or state you can see how many business analyst jobs in the said industry/state we have on our site.
Please note that in many cases we currently only have < 10 data points to draw from, therefore the accuracy will improve as the amount of business analyst job opportunities on the site increases.
The business analyst salary guide is being updated every quarter.
Last update: 1st July, 2024
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