Military Career
Business operations and management analysts apply business expertise to improve military operations. Using a structured approach to problem solving, these analysts make recommendations to leadership about management techniques that can help reduce waste and inefficiency. They gather and analyze data to develop procedures to improve operational efficiency and manpower utilization. They also evaluate programs, personnel, and equipment through the use of exercises and simulations.
Business operations and management analysts normally work in offices, although they sometimes study work that occurs outdoors.
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Business Operations and Management Analysts in the Military
47,113
Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
$88,800
Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location. Learn more about Military benefits.
$24,931 - $502,205
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People in this career achieve this level of education.
Officers typically enter the Military after they have completed a four-year college degree; enlisted service members can transition to officer positions through a variety of pathways and earn a degree while serving. Business operations and management analysts may have an education in business, management, or finance. Job training for business operations and management analysts primarily consists of on-the-job learning in various training environments. Like other officers, they complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities, military structure and etiquette, traditions, and leadership development. Job-specific training content may include: Management engineering techniquesMethods of statistical analysisInternal review and analysis techniquesSystems analysis proceduresOrganizational planning
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