Specialist vs. Analyst

Analysts typically work with data across a range of industries and use things like statistical measurements to evaluate and interpret data. They are usually in charge of developing processes for sorting and organizing databases and systems. Analysts are also responsible for using their data to assess client and business needs and to create strategies that will achieve positive results. Data analysts are also used to identify trends, areas of change, and areas for improvement.

There are many differences between a specialist and an analyst including education, experience, and duties.

Here are the key differences between a specialist and an analyst:

• Specialists have 4-year degrees that are specific to their area of interest (Marketing, Computer Science, etc.)

• Analysts typically have a 4-year degree in Data Analytics or Data Sciences

• Specialists' job duties will vary heavily based on the field they are working in

• Analysts' job duties are relatively uniform across all areas and are really only focused on analyzing and working with data sets

• Specialists are experts in their field and are very focused in their knowledge and research

• Analysts tend to have a more broad knowledge base as they are focused on data rather than industry trends