Operations Research Analysts
Also called: Operations Research Analyst, Operations Research Manager, Scientist, Analytical Strategist
In the military: see titles from the Army, Marine Corps, or Navy.
What they do:
Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May collect and analyze data and develop decision support software, service, or products. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.
On the job, you would:
- Specify manipulative or computational methods to be applied to models.
- Define data requirements and gather and validate information, applying judgment and statistical tests.
- Collaborate with senior managers and decision makers to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives.
Math and Science
Engineering and Technology
Arts and Humanities
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
People and Technology Systems
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Math
Verbal
Ideas and Logic
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People interested in this work like activities that include
ideas, thinking, and figuring things out. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Analytical or scientific software
Object or component oriented development software
Data base user interface and query software
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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