Management Analysts and Consultants

Management analysts and consultants, also known as strategy consultants, analyze business or operating procedures to devise the most efficient methods of accomplishing work. They gather and organize information about operating problems and procedures and prepare recommendations for implementing new systems, strategies, or changes. There are approximately 567,840 management consultants employed in the United States.

Quick Facts
Duties	Analyze business or operating procedures to devise the most efficient methods of accomplishing work; provide clients with advice on business operations, strategy, and other topics
Alternate Title(s)	Strategy Consultants
Salary Range	$25,000 to $100,000+
Employment Prospects	Good
Advancement Prospects	Good
Work Environment	Primarily Indoors
Best Geographical Location(s)	Opportunities are especially strong in large cities such as Boston, New York, and Chicago
Education and Training	Bachelor's Degree
Related School Subjects	Business Economics Speech
Experience	Completion of at least one internship in college is highly recommended
Skills	Business Management Interpersonal Organizational
Personality Traits	Enterprising Organized Problem-Solving
Licensure/Certification	Recommended
Special Requirements	None
Career Ladder	Partner, or Self-Employed, or Senior Engagement Manager Engagement Manager Management Analyst/Consultant Associate