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Careers / Budget Analysts

Job Description


	Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Budget Analysts

The need for sound financial analysis will spur job growth for budget analysts. A bachelor's degree generally is the minimum educational requirement, but some employers prefer or require a master's degree. Candidates with a master's degree are expected to have the best opportunities. About 41 percent of all budget analysts work in government.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Budget Analysts
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	11,750
Local Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	6,470
State Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	5,930
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	5,420
Management of Companies and Enterprises	4,450
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing	3,470
Elementary and Secondary Schools	2,050
Computer Systems Design and Related Services	1,440
Scientific Research and Development Services	1,310
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	1,280

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Budget Analysts
Average Annual Salary	$71,450
Average Hourly Wage	$34.35
Total Employment	57,110

Employment by Gender

U.S. National Average.

	Women

	Men

Related Majors & Degrees

Accounting and Related Services
	Accounting
	Accounting and Finance
Finance and Financial Management Services
	Finance, General
	Public Finance

Interesting Fact

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