Financial Analysts
Analyze information that affects businesses' investments.
Quick Facts
Wages: |
Well above the statewide median $44.82 / hour Read more about wages |
Outlook: |
Data not available |
Education: |
Bachelor's degree is typically required. |
On the Job: |
Typical Work Tasks
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Job Title Examples: |
Investment Analyst Real Estate Analyst Securities Analyst See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This is a very high-wage career. It pays well above the statewide median wage.
Wages for Financial Analysts *
U S |
$35.95 | $46.62 | $61.84 |
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Minnesota |
$37.03 | $44.82 | $53.11 |
Central Minnesota |
$30.63 | $37.74 | $46.87 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$28.37 | $39.19 | $50.31 |
Northwest Minnesota |
$27.62 | $37.06 | $48.45 |
Southeast Minnesota |
$33.52 | $40.76 | $53.09 |
Southwest Minnesota |
$33.09 | $39.57 | $51.79 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$37.99 | $46.01 | $52.68 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 6310 workers employed in this medium-sized career.
Where do Financial Analysts most often work?
- Management of Companies and Enterprises
- Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
- Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
- Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Current Demand
This career is currently in high demand.
Future Demand
No data available.
On the Job
Financial Analysts use math to analyze how a business's investments might be affected by a variety of things, such as the stock market. They focus on interpreting and modeling data.
Physical Demands
This career requires good eyesight.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
Typical Working Conditions
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Education & Credentials
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Education level attained (national data)
Work Experience and Training Requirements
Nationally, this career typically requires:
- No related work experience for entry.
- Little or no on-the-job training to become competent.
Current Training Opportunities
Related Programs
Majors
Click on any of the Majors listed below to find out more about preparing for this career.
Transfer Options
Helpful High School Courses
Examples of helpful classes that help you prepare for this career:
- Accounting
- Algebra I and II
- Business Law
- Business Management
- Composition
- Economics
- International Business
- Marketing
- Office Procedures
- Public Speaking
- Statistics
- e-Commerce
In Minnesota, your school may have developed a Program of Study in this career area. A Program of Study is an academic and career plan developed by your high school to help move you towards a career and college path. A Program of Study can help you:
- Select high school classes that prepare you for college and getting a job
- Understand how the classes you're taking in high school lead to a career
- Identify extra-curricular activities that are related to your career interest
- See what classes at your school offer early college credit that will save you time and money towards your college expenses
- Graduate from high school prepared for your next step toward the career you choose
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Skills & Knowledge
Most Important Skills for Financial Analysts
Most Important Knowledge Areas for Financial Analysts
Interests
Different careers may be a good fit for your personality or interests. This career is:
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Describe Your Skills
People who have worked in this career typically perform the following tasks. These statements can help a prospective employer understand what you can do, on a resume or during an interview.
- Using computers.
- Collecting information from different sources.
- Analyzing data or information.
- Compiling, calculating, tabulating, or otherwise processing information.
- Identifying information by categorizing, comparing, or detecting changes in circumstances or events.
- Evaluating information to determine compliance with standards.
- Creating and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
- Monitoring information from a variety of sources to find problems.
Careers that Use Similar Skills
The following careers use skills, knowledge, and abilities that are similar to those used for Financial Analysts.
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Jobs
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Job Title Examples
Investment Analyst, Real Estate Analyst, Securities Analyst, Credit Products Officer, Equity Research Analyst, Operational Risk Analyst, Planning Analyst, Research Analyst
Where Do Financial Analysts Work?
Financial Analysts often work in the following industries.
Similar Careers
Below are careers that use skill sets that are similar to Financial Analysts.
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