Technical Skills for
Systems Analysis
Constant re-education is necessary as
technology changes rapidly.
Activities to keep skills up-to-date:
Trade publications
Professional societies
Attend classes or teach at a local college
Attend courses sponsored by organization
Conferences and trade shows
Browse Websites
Participate in new groups and conferences
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Technical Skills for
Systems Analysis (cont.)
Understanding of a wide variety of
technologies is required:
Microcomputers, workstations,
minicomputers and mainframe computers
Programming languages
Operating systems
Database and file management systems
Data communication standards
Systems development tools and
environments
Web development languages and tools
Decision support system generators
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Management Skills for
Systems Analysis
Four categories:
Resource Management
Project Management
Risk Management
Change Management