Business

Business Analyst

Help confer with clients to identify and document requirements
Conduct business and technical studies
Assist with the design, development, integration and implementation of information systems business solutions
Help provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management, security and service delivery

Help develop policies and administer programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in urban and rural areas
Learn to design market research questionnaires
Help conduct social or economic surveys on local, regional or national areas to assess development potential and future trends
Assist with planning development projects and co-ordinate activities with representatives of a wide variety of industrial and commercial enterprises, community and business associations and government agencies
Learn to assess business opportunities and develop strategies to attract venture capital
Help respond to enquiries from members of the business community and general public concerning development opportunities
Review and evaluate commercial or industrial development proposals and provide advice on procedures and requirements for government approval
Conduct surveys and analyze data on the buying habits and preferences of wholesale or retail consumers
Learn to evaluate customer service and store environments
Review comparative research on marketing strategies for industrial and commercial products
Help prepare reports, research papers, educational texts or articles
Learn how to provide consultation on planning and starting of new businesses

Help plan, develop, implement and evaluate human resources and labour relations strategies including policies, programs and procedures to address an organization's human resource requirements
Help advise managers and employees on the interpretation of human resources policies, compensation and benefit programs and collective agreements
Learn how to negotiate collective agreements on behalf of employers or workers, mediate labour disputes and grievances and provide advice on employee and labour relations
Assist with research and help prepare occupational classifications, job descriptions, salary scales and competency appraisal measures and systems
Help plan and administer staffing, total compensation, training and career development, employee assistance, employment equity and affirmative action programs
Help manage programs and maintain human resources information and related records systems
Learn the process involved in hiring and help oversee training of staff
Research employee benefit and health and safety practices and recommend changes or modifications to existing policies

Learn how to oversee and co-ordinate office administrative procedures and review, evaluate and implement new procedures
Establish work priorities, help delegate work to office support staff, and ensure deadlines are met and procedures are followed
Assist with administrative activities associated with admissions to post-secondary educational institutions
Learn about policies and procedures related to the release of records in processing requests under government access to information and privacy legislation
Help co-ordinate and plan for office services, such as accommodation, relocations, equipment, supplies, forms, disposal of assets, parking, maintenance and security services
Conduct analyses and learn how to oversee administrative operations related to budgeting, contracting and project planning and management processes
Assist in preparation of operating budget and maintain inventory and budgetary controls
Help assemble data and prepare periodic and special reports, manuals and correspondence

Develop, implement and evaluate communications strategies and programs designed to inform clients, employees and the general public of initiatives and policies of businesses, governments and other organizations
Gather, research and prepare communications material for internal and external audiences
Conduct public opinion and attitude surveys to identify the interests and concerns of key groups served by their organization
Prepare or oversee preparation of reports, briefs, bibliographies, speeches, presentations, Web sites and press releases
Develop and organize workshops, meetings, ceremonies and other events for publicity, fundraising and information purposes
Prepare and deliver educational and publicity programs and informational materials to increase awareness of museums, galleries and other tourist attractions
Initiate and maintain contact with the media
Arrange interviews and news conferences
Act as spokesperson for an organization and answer written and oral inquiries
Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions for internal and external audiences
Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other material
Represent and act as an agent for talented individuals or individuals with specific occupational expertise
Prepare or oversee preparation of sports, literary, performance or other contracts