Produce financial and market intelligence by querying data repositories and generating periodic reports. Devise methods for identifying data patterns and trends in available information sources.
SOC: 15-2051.01
Common Job Titles
Business Intelligence Analyst (BI Analyst)
Competitive Intelligence Analyst
Intelligence Analyst
Market Intelligence Consultant
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generated
Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeDesign data warehouse architectures and ETL processes using tools such as Informatica, SSIS, and Teradata to support enterprise reporting needs.
Advanced
KnowledgeDevelop interactive dashboards and visualizations using Tableau, Power BI, and QlikView to communicate insights to stakeholders across the organization.
Advanced
KnowledgeFormulate business intelligence strategies and KPI frameworks collaborating with cross-functional teams to align analytics with organizational objectives.
Advanced
KnowledgeConstruct automated reporting systems and data pipelines using scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and Shell to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
Advanced
KnowledgeAnalyze financial and market data from multiple repositories using SQL, Python, and R to identify trends and patterns for business decision-making.
Proficient
KnowledgeEvaluate data quality and integrity across business intelligence systems applying statistical methods and validation techniques to ensure accurate reporting.
Proficient
KnowledgeInterpret complex datasets and analytical results translating technical findings into actionable business recommendations for executive leadership.
Proficient
KnowledgeApply advanced statistical and predictive modeling techniques using SAS, SPSS, and MATLAB to forecast market trends and business performance.
Developing
Hands-onOperate big data platforms and cloud-based analytics environments including Apache Hadoop, Spark, AWS, and Azure for large-scale data processing.
Developing
MindsetEngage with business stakeholders to understand analytical requirements actively listening and responding to needs across departments including finance, marketing, and operations.
Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Business Intelligence Analysts (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
233,440
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $63,650. 25th percentile: U.S. $82,630. 50th percentile: U.S. $112,590. 75th percentile: U.S. $155,810. 90th percentile: U.S. $194,410. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$63,650
10% of workers earn the following or more
$194,410
Workers on average earn
$124,590
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Computers and Electronics4.3/5
Mathematics3.8/5
English Language3.8/5
Administration and Management3.1/5
Customer and Personal Service3.1/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
