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Assgn 1: Me..as a Systems Analyst

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Based on your learnings of chapter 1, identify and discuss some charateristics you have as a good Systems Analyst. (at least 2500 words)

Overview:

According to my research, a System Analyst is business professional, who uses the techniques of systems analysis and system design to solve business problems or to facilitate business to gain economically from new business opportunities using the information technology.

It was stated there that a good Systems Analyst is a precious asset of not only the systems development team, but also of the software development organization. He/She is also an idol in the minds of the juniors and the colleagues and therefore, the future career growth is almost assured.

Therefore, cultivating ones career as a Systems Analyst is a systematic and self-managed investment for a better future of oneself and of the organization (s)he represents. The central task of a systems analyst is to work on the assigned software system development project. However, a Systems Analyst does a lot of significant work beyond
planning and developing programs.

(S)he has to involve her(/him)self into the business problems, understand the business strategic issues and recommend technological solution alternatives to the User organization to meet the business goals in spite of the given constraints of budget, time and quality. (S)he has to interact with Users at various levels and has to demonstrate him(/er)self as a solution person to all of them for solving a wide range of business problems.

In addition, some would say that computer systems analysts solve computer problems and use computer technology to meet the needs of an organization. They may design and develop new computer systems by choosing and configuring hardware and software. They may also devise ways to apply existing systems’ resources to additional tasks. Most systems analysts work with specific types of computer systems—for example, business, accounting, or financial systems or scientific and engineering systems—that vary with the kind of organization. Analysts who specialize in helping an organization select the proper system software and infrastructure are often called system architects. Analysts who specialize in developing and fine-tuning systems often are known as systems designers.

It is true that to begin an assignment, systems analysts consult managers and users to define the goals of the system. Analysts then design a system to meet those goals. They specify the inputs that the system will access, decide how the inputs will be processed, and format the output to meet users’ needs. Analysts use techniques such as structured analysis, data modeling, information engineering, mathematical model building, sampling, and cost accounting to make sure their plans are efficient and complete. They also may prepare cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to help management decide whether implementing the proposed technology would be financially feasible.

Right when a system is approved, systems analysts determine what computer hardware and software will be needed to set it up. They coordinate tests and observe the initial use of the system to ensure that it performs as planned. They prepare specifications, flow charts, and process diagrams for computer programmers to follow; then they work with programmers to debug, or eliminate errors, from the system. Systems analysts who do more in-depth testing may be called software quality assurance analysts. In addition to running tests, these workers diagnose problems, recommend solutions, and determine whether program requirements have been met.

The Analyst as a Business Problem Solver

Has computer technology knowledge and programming expertise
Understands business problems
Uses logical methods for solving problems
Has fundamental curiosity
Wants to make things better
Is more of a business problem solver than a technical programmer

Required Skills of the Systems Analyst

I. Technical Knowledge and Skills

Computers / peripheral devices (hardware)
Communication networks and connectivity
Database and database management systems (DBMS)
Programming languages (for example, VB.NET or Java)
Operating systems and utilities

II. Business Knowledge and Skills

Business functions performed by organization
Strategies, plans, traditions, and values of the organization
Organizational structure
Organization management techniques
Functional work processes

III. People Knowledge and Skills

Systems analysts need to understand how people: Think, Learn, React to change, Communicate , Work (in a variety of jobs and levels)
Interpersonal and communication skills are crucial to: Obtaining information, Motivating people, Getting cooperation, Understanding the complexity and workings of an organization in order to provide necessary support

A System Analyst must consider Integrity and Ethics

Analyst has access to confidential information, such as salary, an organization’s planned projects, security systems, and so on.
Must keep information private
Any impropriety can ruin an analyst’s career
Analyst plans security in systems to protect confidential information

Training and Qualifications of a Computer Systems Analyst

Training requirements for computer systems analysts vary depending on the job, but many employers prefer applicants who have a bachelor’s degree. Relevant work experience also is very important. Advancement opportunities are good for those with the necessary skills and experience.

Education and training. When hiring computer systems analysts, employers usually prefer applicants who have at least a bachelor’s degree. For more technically complex jobs, people with graduate degrees are preferred.

The level and type of education that employers require reflects changes in technology. Employers often scramble to find workers capable of implementing the newest technologies. Workers with formal education or experience in information security, for example, are currently in demand because of the growing use of computer networks, which must be protected from threats.

For jobs in a technical or scientific environment, employers often seek applicants who have at least a bachelor’s degree in a technical field, such as computer science, information science, applied mathematics, engineering, or the physical sciences. For jobs in a business environment, employers often seek applicants with at least a bachelor’s degree in a business-related field such as management information systems (MIS). Increasingly, employers are seeking individuals who have a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) with a concentration in information systems.

Despite the preference for technical degrees, however, people who have degrees in other majors may find employment as systems analysts if they also have technical skills. Courses in computer science or related subjects combined with practical experience can qualify people for some jobs in the occupation.

Employers generally look for people with expertise relevant to the job. For example, systems analysts who wish to work for a bank should have some expertise in finance, and systems analysts who wish to work for a hospital should have some knowledge of health management.

Technological advances come so rapidly in the computer field that continuous study is necessary to remain competitive. Employers, hardware and software vendors, colleges and universities, and private training institutions offer continuing education to help workers attain the latest skills. Additional training may come from professional development seminars offered by professional computing societies.

Other qualifications. Employers usually look for people who have broad knowledge and experience related to computer systems and technologies, strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and the ability to think logically. In addition, because they often deal with a number of tasks simultaneously, the ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail is important. Although these workers sometimes work independently, they frequently work in teams on large projects. Therefore, they must have good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with computer personnel, users, and other staff who may have no technical background.

Advancement. With experience, systems analysts may be promoted to senior or lead systems analyst. Those who possess leadership ability and good business skills also can become computer and information systems managers or can advance into other management positions such as manager of information systems or chief information officer. Those with work experience and considerable expertise in a particular subject or application may find lucrative opportunities as independent consultants, or may choose to start their own computer consulting firms.

The Interview...

Fortunately, we were able to interview the systems analyst of Emcor- Bajada. He is a graduate of Accountancy, thus making him competitive in business aspects. As stated above, in order to be a systems analyst, one must have those technical skills. To be fully qualified as a systems analyst, he studied computer related courses (supported by the company).

He said, it is not a necessary to be a graduate of a computer related courses. But, it is a must that a systems analyst has a knowledge in programming and the firm's business transactions.

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