Operations Research Analyst

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Uses mathematical models, statistics and data to help organisations make better decisions about complex operational problems. Explore current demand, important skills and estimated junior, mid-level and senior salaries, plus 1 linked programme across 1 university. Enter your subjects and marks to discover which linked programmes you may qualify for.

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Career overview

What does a Operations Research Analyst do?

Uses mathematical models, statistics and data to help organisations make better decisions about complex operational problems.

Demand level: High

Earning potential

Estimated annual salaries

JuniorR420 000 p.a.Mid-levelR680 000 p.a.SeniorR950 000 p.a.

Salary figures are estimates and may vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

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Skills linked to this career

Data analysis · EssentialMathematical modelling · EssentialOptimisation · EssentialProblem solving · EssentialProgramming · Important

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APPLIED MATHEMATICS AND MATHEMATICS — University of Johannesburg

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What does a Operations Research Analyst do?

Uses mathematical models, statistics and data to help organisations make better decisions about complex operational problems.

What skills are important for this career?

Important skills include Data analysis, Mathematical modelling, Optimisation, Problem solving, Programming.

What salary can I expect?

VX provides junior, mid-level and senior annual salary estimates. Actual earnings vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

Which programmes can lead to this career?

1 linked programme is currently available in the VX database. Use Course Match to see which ones fit your subjects and marks.