Management Consultants & Business Analysts

Jobholders in this unit group advise industrial, commercial and other establishments on a variety of management and business-related matters to assist in the formulation of financial and business policies in order to maximise growth or improve business performance.

Tasks

  • Assesses the functions, objectives and requirements of the organisation seeking advice
  • Identifies problems concerned with business strategy, policy, organisation, procedures, methods and markets
  • Determines the appropriate method of data collection and research methodology, analyses and interprets information gained and formulates and implements recommendations and solutions
  • Advises governments, commercial enterprises, organisations and other clients in light of research findings
  • Runs workshops, and addresses seminars, conferences and the media to present results of research activity or to express professional views.

Entry Requirements

Entry is most common with a degree or equivalent qualification, but is possible with other academic qualifications. Professional qualifications are available and will be a requirement in some areas.

What could I earn?

Salaries for this occupation tend to start at £38,000 per annum and can progress up to £49,000 per annum.

Is it in growth or decline?

There are currently 16,276 employed Management Consultants & Business Analysts in the region.