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A Functional Analyst looks at the information technology needs of a business or organisation and assesses whether current needs are being met. You might examine software, programs, applications, networks or systems. Functional Analysts may determine if new technology is needed and provide advice or recommendations on suitable solutions.
Functional Analysts should have strong attention to detail and be able to come up with solutions to a range of problems. It’s important you have good technical skills and work well in a team environment. Functional Analysts must be able to communicate well and liaise with clients and colleagues from a range of backgrounds.
In Australia, a full time Functional Analyst generally earns $1,920 per week ($99,840 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this field has grown strongly over the last five years. There are currently 153,700 people working in this industry in Australia and many of them specialise as a Functional Analyst. Functional Analysts may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as a Functional Analyst, consider enrolling in a Bachelor of Computer Science. This course will prepare you for a range of roles and develop your skills in areas such as ecommerce, networking, security, database systems, artificial intelligence, gaming and mobile technologies. A Bachelor of Information Technology may also be suitable.
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Here are some potential career pathways within system analysis. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
System Analysis
Business Systems Analyst
$1,730 weekly pay
IT Consultant
$1,540 weekly pay
Systems Analyst
Functional Analyst
$1,920 weekly pay
IT Project Manager
Solutions Architect
$2,310 weekly pay
Systems Architect
Technical Consultant
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