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System

Analysis
and Design
Lecture 4
Chapter 3

The Role of the

System Analyst

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The Role of the System Analyst

What does it take to do systems analysis?

To effectively carry out system analysis an analyst must possess various


skills.

The required skills can be divided into two categories, and both of them are
required for system development:

1)Interpersonal Skills

2)Technical Skills

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Required skills of System Analyst

Interpersonal Skills

Interpersonal Skills deal with relationships and the interface of the analyst
with people in business or any other area of work.

Technical Skills

Technical Skills, on the other hand, focus on procedures and techniques for
operations analysis, systems analysis, and computer science.

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Interpersonal Skills

Interpersonal Skills relevant to systems work include the following:

1.Communication

2.Understanding

3.Teaching

4.Selling

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Technical Skills

Technical Skills relevant to systems work include the following:

1.Creativity

2.Problem Solving

3.Project Management

4.Dynamic Interface

5.Questioning attitude and inquiring mind

6.Knowledge of the basics of computer and business function

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Interpersonal vs. Technical Skills

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Academic Qualifications

The background and experience of analysts include:

1.A background in systems theory and organization behavior.

2.Familiarity with the makeup and inner workings of major application areas.

3.Competence in system tools and methodologies

4.A practical knowledge of 1 or more programming & database language.

5.Experience in hardware and software specifications.

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Personal Qualifications

Awad conducted a study to determine the personal attributes of analysts and


what attracts them to system analysis. The attributes are:

1.Authority

2.Communication skills

3.Creativity

4.Responsibility

5.Varies skills

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The Multifaceted Role of the Analyst

The roles an analyst performs are:

1.Change agent

2.Investigator and monitor

3.Architect

4.Psychologist

5.Salesperson

6.Motivator

7.Politician
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The Analyst/User Difference

An important aspect of system development is a viable interface between the


analyst and the user.

Behavioral Issues

User Motivation

Analyst/User Difference

The Political Factor

Conflict Resolution

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