Financial & Investment Analysts
Analyst, Financial Analyst, Investment Analyst, Securities Analyst
What they do:
Conduct quantitative analyses of information involving investment programs or financial data of public or private institutions, including valuation of businesses.
On the job, you would:
- Advise clients on aspects of capitalization, such as amounts, sources, or timing.
- Analyze financial or operational performance of companies facing financial difficulties to identify or recommend remedies.
- Assess companies as investments for clients by examining company facilities.
Knowledge
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Skills
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Abilities
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Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Analytical or scientific software
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- The MathWorks MATLAB
Word processing software
- Google Docs
- Microsoft Word
Financial analysis software
- Oracle E-Business Suite Financials
- Oracle Hyperion Financial Management
Education
Education: (rated 4 of 5)
Job Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
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