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Business Intelligence Analyst
$110,000 median salary*
76,679 jobs available*
If you like data analysis, problem solving, and strategy this role is for you.
As a business intelligence analyst, you’ll hold a critical role in facilitating data-driven decision-making within an organization. Employing SQL queries of varying complexity, you’ll extract and analyze data that serves as the foundation for informed choices. You’ll be proficient in standard BI tools—creating dashboards that provide valuable insights into organizational metrics—and know how to unravel complex reports, establishing connections between metrics and their underlying data origins. Harness tools like Power BI Desktop to create impactful dashboards and reports, ensuring data accuracy and rectifying any discrepancies. You’ll also manage project documentation, translate business needs into data models, and convey actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
** Median salary and job opening data are sourced from United States Lightcastâ„¢ Job Postings Report. Data for job roles relevant to featured programs (7/1/2022 - 6/30/2023)
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