Operations Research Analyst

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Solve complex problems using math models to guide key business decisions.
Drive impactful change by optimizing processes and improving efficiency.
Blend creativity with analytics to develop innovative decision support tools.

💰 Earn $72K-$98K

📚 Bachelor Degree

⏱️ 48 MONTH TRAINING

📈 23% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decisionmaking, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May collect and analyze data and develop decision support software, services, or products. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

Formulate mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters.
Perform validation and testing of models to ensure adequacy, and reformulate models, as necessary.
Collaborate with senior managers and decision makers to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives.
Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.
Collaborate with others in the organization to ensure successful implementation of chosen problem solutions.

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Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Career Prospects

Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)

Training Time

Over 4 years

Job Openings

11,300 Annually

Median Earnings

$82,870 in California

$83,640 Nationally

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YOU Like 💕

Influencing or leading others
Thinking and problem solving
Using data or completing tasks

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Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Writing

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Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Job security

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Operations Research Analyst

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Vocational School

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⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

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