Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
business analyst
ESCO occupation · 18 essential, 23 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
conduct quantitative research
build business relationships
analyse business plans
analyse external factors of companies
perform business analysis
advise on efficiency improvements
liaise with managers
analyse financial performance of a company
identify undetected organisational needs
analyse internal factors of companies
market research
conduct qualitative research
risk management
interpret financial statements
make strategic business decisions
align efforts towards business development
business analysis
scientific research methodology
Optional & specialised skills
organisational policies
keep updated on the political landscape
advise on communication strategies
support implementation of quality management systems
advise on risk management
shape organisational teams based on competencies
advise on organisation climate
advise on financial matters
quality standards
business intelligence
interview people
propose ICT solutions to business problems
define organisational standards
business process modelling
financial statements
advise client on technical possibilities
report analysis results
seek innovation in current practices
business strategy concepts
corporate law
advise on personnel management
market entry strategies
business law
Other matches: business economics researcher · ICT business analyst · occupational analyst · ICT business analysis manager · investment analyst
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.