Management and Organisation Analyst Career Pathway

Management and organisation analysts plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate policy advice and strategic planning within organisations. Their goal is to ensure that government or corporate policies achieve desired effects and meet appropriate levels of efficiency.

What does a Management and Organisation Analyst do?

A management and organisation analyst helps a company improve aspects of business, such as productivity, management, and company image. The management and organisation analyst will identify current problems and potential risks, and help the company to overcome them.

Some examples of roles and responsibilities include:

  • Help with the development of objectives, strategies and plans aimed at achieving client satisfaction and the efficient use of organisations' resources
  • Discuss shortcomings with clients, conducting consultation and analyses throughout affected areas of the organisation
  • Direct clients towards a more efficient organisation and develop solutions to organisational problems
  • Undertake and review work studies by analysing existing and proposed methods and procedures, such as administrative and clerical procedures
  • Record and analyse organisations' workflow charts, records, reports, manuals and job descriptions, before redefining and altering functions and organisation
  • Assist in implementing approved recommendations, issuing revised instructions and procedure manuals, and drafting other documentation

 

Where do Management and Organisation Analysts work?

Management and organisation analysts may work within large consultancies, providing services to other organisations, or working as self-employed in small companies. Management and organisation analysts work across sectors, with 43% working in professional, scientific and technical services, and a further 30% working in other industry sectors. Just over 40.6% work in New South Wales, 27% in Victoria and 15% in Queensland.

How much do Management and Organisation Analysts earn in Australia?

The average annual salary for policy and planning managers in Australia is $85,600.

As a management and organisation analyst gains further competencies and progresses through their career, their earning potential generally increases. Average Salary potential:

  • Entry-level salary: $74,100
  • Mid-level salary: $102,500
  • Senior salary: $136,800
  • Bonuses: $496 - $25,975

 

Management and Organisation Analyst Career Outlook at a glance

Median age is: 41 years old

" "

Employment level trends & growth - over five years

" " 

Source: https://docs.employment.gov.au/documents/australian-jobs-occupation-matrix

 

Which type of person suits this career?

This complex role involves a high level of personal attributes as well as education and training. These include but are not limited to the following:

  • Management qualities. Leadership capability is required for effective teamwork and consensus-building while managing complex workloads.
  • Strategic thinking skills. It is essential to gain an overview of multiple issues and to think conceptually to foresee possible outcomes based on evidence. Critical analysis skills. The ability to research, understand and analyse written and statistical data from a wide range of sources is essential.
  • Independent thinking. There is a need for independent thought within a collaborative setting.
  • Technical skills. Aptitude for identifying, understanding and utilising existing and emerging technologies and software services.

 

 

What are some other traits that can be useful?

  • Mathematical abilities. Extensive analysis of budgets and research and analysis of statistical data is required.
  • Interpersonal skills. This role requires working effectively with officials at all levels within public and private organisations.
  • Communication skills. Extensive consultation is combined with the preparation of numerous verbal and written reports and presentations.

 

What education do you need?

A bachelor degree or higher, or at least five years of experience, is usually needed to work in this job.

Most analysts have a university degree. Sometimes relevant experience is also required. Currently, around 45% of management and organisation analysts have a bachelor degree in business or a related field. 25% also have a postgraduate qualification. Certification is also available via organisations such as the International Institute of Business Analysis (Australia Chapter).

How long does education take?

  • A bachelor degree takes three years full-time, or four years with honours.
  • A postgraduate master's degree or graduate diploma can be obtained online in 16 months part-time.
  • A graduate certificate can be obtained in a minimum of 8 months.

 

Sources

Australian Bureau of Statistics 
*Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) 2nd Edition, ABS Catalogue No. 1220.0, p131.
**Australian Jobs Matrix, 2018 Australian Government Job Outlook
Payscale

100% online business courses

 

" " 



 

For more details about the SCU 100% Online business courses, see below: