Business Analyst Job Overview

To apply for a Business Analyst role, you must possess a bachelor's degree in business administration, information technology or any related field. Apart from the degree, you must have at least 2 years of prior working experience as a Business Analyst with strong analytical and problem solving skills. You can also acquire certifications such as CBAP or PMI-PBA which may be useful for the applicants who are seeking to be successful in the market.

To apply for the Business Analyst position, you must have at least 2 years of professional experience in the same field. Apart from the working experience, to get selected, you must have strong skills in requirements analysis, process modeling, and data analytics especially if you have worked in cross-functional teams. These skills will help you standout from other applicants.

As a Business Analyst, you will need to identify business needs and gather requirements and communicate these needs with the various stakeholders and project sponsors in order to verify that the projects' goals are in line with the business needs. You will also contribute to the definition of solutions, the provision of input for testing and the facilitation of project deployment.

As a Business Analyst, you will have ample growth opportunities in your career. Some of the positions that you can secure after having some more relevant experience are, senior Business Analyst, the position of product manager or shift Manager designation. We promote training and assist with certifications and professional development so you get the tools for success in your field.

Business Analysts earn an average of US$ 46,500* to US$ 107,000* per year, based on experience and proficiency level. Apart from the salary, you might also get reasonable benefits*, commission* and profit-sharing* as per personal productivity and discussion within the interview.

To succeed as a Business Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. You should be able to work collaboratively across teams and have a deep understanding of business processes, along with knowledge of industry tools and data analysis techniques.