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Quick Facts: Operations Research Analysts | |
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$70,960 per year
$34.12 per hour |
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Bachelor’s degree | |
None | |
None | |
64,600 | |
15% (About as fast as average) | |
9,400 |
What Operations Research Analysts Do
Operations research analysts use advanced methods of analysis to help organizations solve problems and make better decisions.
Work Environment
Operations research analysts spend most of their time in offices. Almost all operations research analysts work full time.
How to Become an Operations Research Analyst
Applicants need a master’s degree for most operations research positions, but a bachelor’s degree is enough for many entry-level positions. Many schools offer bachelor’s and advanced degree programs in operations research, but it is common for analysts to have degrees in other quantitative fields, such as computer science and mathematics.
Pay
The median annual wage of operations research analysts was $70,960 in May 2010.
Job Outlook
Employment of operations research analysts is expected to grow by 15 percent between 2010 and 2020, about as fast as the average for all occupations. As technology advances and companies further emphasize efficiency, demand for operations research analysis should continue to grow.
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