Computer Systems Analyst

Job Description:

Systems analysts plan data processing systems to meet business, scientific, or engineering needs. They examine organizational needs or existing data processing systems and analyze alternative methods. When they have completed their research they will select the equipment capable of performing the job and prepare instructions for programmers. Some system analysts will work through the entire project also doing the computer programming for the project. A detailed description of the job of system analyst can be found in the   Occupational Outlook Handbook.

Job Outlook:

For further information on job outlook please see the Occupational Outlook Handbook.

Job Requirement:

Many system analysts are promoted from programmer and other positions within a company. A bachelor’s degree with experience or course work in computer languages and technical concepts is preferred by most organizations. Some scientific or engineering positions may require a graduate degree. Business employers usually prefer applicants with a bachelors degree with courses in accounting, business administration or economics in addition to experience or course work in computer languages and concepts.

Expected Salary:

Please see any of the following websites: 

Occupational Outlook Handbook 

Harper Training:

Possible training available at Harper would be our:

 

C Programming Certificate
Microcomputers in Business AAS Degree
Computer Information Systems - Technology AAS Degree

Related Jobs:

Other related occupations involving working with computers are:

Computer Engineer
Computer Programmer