Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Job fields - System Analyst

Job Description
Computer systems analysts solve computer problems and apply computer technology to meet the individual needs of an organization. They help an organization to realize the maximum benefit from its investment in equipment, personnel, and business processes. Systems analysts may plan and develop new computer systems or devise ways to apply existing systems resources to additional operations. They may design new systems, including both hardware and software, or add a new software application to harness more of the computers power. Most systems analysts work with specific types of systems—for example, business, accounting, or financial systems, or scientific and engineering systems—that vary with the kind of organization. Some systems analysts also are known as systems developers or systems architects.

Median Salary
$71,000

Education Requirements
Employers generally prefer applicants who have at least a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information science, or management information systems (MIS).

Job Outlook
Employment is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations, with an increase of 29% expected between 2006 and 2016.

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