Career Profile

Management Analysts

Education Bachelor's
This is the typical education required for an entry-level position.
Earnings $88,700
This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position.

Management Analysts conduct organizational and operational tasks to assist management in operating more efficiently and effectively.

General Information

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. Excludes Computer Systems Analysts (15-1211) and Operations Research Analysts (15-2031).

Training Funds Available

This is a Rural Capital Area Target Occupation.
Training and education opportunities are available with eligible providers throughout the state.

Management Analysts

Occupational Outlook

For the Rural Capital Area

249

Job Opportunities

Over the next five years, an average of 249 openings per year are projected for Management Analysts.

+18.9%

Employment Change

Employment for Management Analysts is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 18.9% between 2023 and 2028.

$42.63

Earnings Potential

An average worker in this occupation is paid $42.63/hour. Entry level workers are paid $30.25, while experienced workers are paid $53.16. The median wage is significantly above average regional wages across occupations.

Local Employment Opportunities

There are 1,716 Management Analysts in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 2,040.

Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally

The top industries employing Management Analysts are Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services, Computer Systems Design and Related Services, and Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services.

Knowledge Areas

The top most significant knowledge categories for Management Analysts include English Language, Administration and Management, and Customer and Personal Service.

Educational Attainment Patterns

The most common level of education for Management Analysts is Bachelor's. 89% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.

Sources: BLS   JobsEQ®   ONET