Business analysts in demand
Demand for business analysts is high due to:
- public and private sector employers who need business analysis skills
- the need for skilled business analysts in the IT sector.
Shortage of experienced business analysts
There are not enough experienced business analysts to meet demand. Nearly two thirds of IT employers report skills shortages, and there aren't enough information technology (IT) trainees.
ICT business analyst and systems analyst appear on Immigration New Zealand's long-term skill shortage list. This means the Government is actively encouraging skilled business and systems analysts from overseas to work in New Zealand.
According to the Census, 15,288 ICT business analysts and systems analysts worked in New Zealand in 2018.
Types of employers varied
Many medium to large organisations employ business analysts, including:
- government departments
- computer management firms
- marketing companies
- manufacturers
- private companies across of range of industries
- professional firms such as law and accountancy businesses.
