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Management Analysts

SOC: 13-1111 • Data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics & O*NET

What They Do

Management Analysts typically perform the following tasks: • Gather and organize information on problems or procedures. • Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures. • Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding. • Document findings of study and prepare recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes. • Plan study of work problems and procedures, such as organizational change, communications, information flow, integrated production methods, inventory control, or cost analysis. • Interview personnel and conduct on-site observation to ascertain unit functions, work performed, and methods, equipment, and personnel used. • Prepare manuals and train workers in use of new forms, reports, procedures or equipment, according to organizational policy. • Review forms and reports and confer with management and users about format, distribution, and purpose, identifying problems and improvements. • Develop and implement records management program for filing, protection, and retrieval of records, and assure compliance with program. • Design, evaluate, recommend, and approve changes of forms and reports. • Recommend purchase of storage equipment and design area layout to locate equipment in space available.

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Key facts

Median: $101,190
Employment: 1,075,100
Growth (2024–2034): +9.0%
Education: Bachelor's degree

Career Intelligence Metrics

Automation Risk Assessment

Medium Risk
38.0% probability of being automated in the next 10-20 years. This job has some routine elements but still requires human judgment and interaction.

Work-Life Balance Score

8.7/10
Excellent work-life balance based on typical work schedules, stress levels, and time demands.

Personality Fit (RIASEC Profile)

3.8
Realistic
7.2
Investigative
4.0
Artistic
6.6
Social
8.2
Enterprising
8.8
Conventional
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Personality Match: The higher the score (out of 10), the better this career matches that personality type. People with similar interests and work styles tend to be most satisfied in careers that match their personality profile.

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Top Skills

Analytical skills Communication skills Interpersonal skills Problem-solving skills Time-management skills

Strengths

  • High Demand
  • Flexible Work
  • Continuous Learning

Challenges

  • Burnout Risk
  • Rapid Technological Change

Median Salary Comparison

Employment projection (2024–2034)

Geographic Employment & Wage Analysis

BLS OEWS Data Updated 2024-05
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States with Highest Employment

  • California 136,200
  • Florida 74,030
  • New York 65,390
  • Virginia 64,710
  • Texas 49,950
  • Illinois 44,010
  • Georgia 40,430
  • Massachusetts 30,100
  • Ohio 26,990
  • Washington 24,900
BLS OEWS data (2024-05)

Regional Wage Variations

  • California 1%
    $102,110
  • Florida -18%
    $83,130
  • New York +6%
    $106,930
  • Virginia +8%
    $109,650
  • Texas -3%
    $98,650
  • Illinois +9%
    $110,370
  • Massachusetts +30%
    $131,840
  • Ohio -19%
    $81,590
  • Washington +17%
    $118,730
  • Pennsylvania -7%
    $94,050
BLS OEWS state wage data
Top Metropolitan Areas
New York-Newark-Jersey City
Employment: High Growth: +3.2%
Los Angeles-Long Beach
Employment: High Growth: +2.8%
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
Employment: Medium Growth: +1.5%
Dallas-Fort Worth
Employment: Medium Growth: +4.1%
San Francisco-Oakland
Employment: High Growth: +2.3%
Based on BLS metropolitan area data
Industries with Highest Concentrations
Professional, scientific, and technical services
85%
Management of companies and enterprises
70%
Finance and insurance
55%
Regional Job Market Outlook
Strong
West Coast
Stable
Northeast
Growing
South