Management Analysts Go Back to List Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies, and prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management in operating more efficiently and effectively. Includes program analysts and management consultants.

Technology used in this occupation:
	Data base management system software

Tasks
	Gather and organize information on problems or procedures.
	Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.
	Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.
	Develop and implement records management program for filing, protection, and retrieval of records, and assure compliance with program.
	Review forms and reports and confer with management and users about format, distribution, and purpose, identifying problems and improvements.
	Interview personnel and conduct on-site observation to ascertain unit functions, work performed, and methods, equipment, and personnel used.
	Document findings of study and prepare recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes.
	Prepare manuals and train workers in use of new forms, reports, procedures or equipment, according to organizational policy.
	Design, evaluate, recommend, and approve changes of forms and reports.
	Plan study of work problems and procedures, such as organizational change, communications, information flow, integrated production methods, inventory control, or cost analysis.

Skills
	Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
	Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
	Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
	Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
	Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
	Systems Analysis - Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
	Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
	Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Knowledge
	Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
	English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
	Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
	Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
	Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
	Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
	Sales and Marketing - Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
	Sociology and Anthropology - Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
	Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
	Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

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Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide $107,748.00 $51.80  $32.52  $38.73 - $61.57  Bridgeport/Stamford $112,714.00 $54.20  $31.21  $39.16 - $64.15  Danbury $113,051.00 $54.35  $31.54  $38.16 - $64.70  Hartford $107,799.00 $51.83  $34.22  $39.21 - $61.44  New Haven $107,452.00 $51.66  $33.12  $39.04 - $58.79  New London/Norwich $108,319.00 $52.07  $31.28  $37.45 - $59.00  Waterbury $90,349.00 $43.44  $23.77  $28.65 - $51.94

Occupation Outlook ( 2016 - 2026 ) Average Annual Job Openings:   1003   Employment in this occupation is expected to grow about as fast as average, and the number of annual openings will offer excellent job opportunities.

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