$94,600 median salary*
94,195 jobs available*
If you like problem solving, collaboration, and data analysis, this role is for you.
Business Analysts serve as a vital link between business needs and technical solutions, working closely with stakeholders to identify areas of improvement and drive company goals. They gather and analyze data to uncover insights, conduct research to understand operations and industry trends, and document business requirements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, they develop and implement solutions to enhance efficiency, cut costs, or boost revenue. Additionally, they provide support and training to ensure successful adoption of new technologies or processes.
* Median salary and job opening data are sourced from United States Lightcast™ Job Postings Report. Data for job roles relevant to featured programs (7/1/2022 - 6/30/2023)
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Business Systems Analyst
Functional Analyst
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Microsoft Business Analyst
Microsoft
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Microsoft Business Analyst
Instructor:
4.6
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Average: 7 months (3 hours/week)
6 courses
Average: 7 months (3 hours/week)
6 courses
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SAP Business Analyst
SAP
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SAP Business Analyst
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(180 ratings)
Average: 4 months (3 hours/week)
4 courses
Average: 4 months (3 hours/week)
4 courses
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Stakeholder Communications, Performance Metric, Risk Management, Performance Measurement, Project Portfolio Management, Business Process +57 more

IBM Business Analyst
IBM
Professional Certificate

IBM Business Analyst
Instructors:
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Average: 7 months (2 hours/week)
6 courses
Average: 7 months (2 hours/week)
6 courses
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