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Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Attitude and experience are given considerable weight in the information and communications technology sector. Due to this, qualification requirements may vary between employers. International certifications are also highly regarded within this sector and on-the-job training is usually provided by the employer.
To work as a Systems Analyst, a combination of work experience, qualifications and/or certifications is typically required. Training programmes include:
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Systems and Networks (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Business and Information Technology (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Honours) (Computing and Business) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Engineering (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing Science (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science in Information
Technology (Honours) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of
accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
Knowledge and skills
System Analysts are expected to have:
• The ability to analyse existing systems and business models
• Knowledge of software development life cycle
• Knowledge of programming languages such as SQL, Oracle, Java, C++, UML and web- based technologies
• Knowledge of database management software such as MySQL
• Knowledge of Mathematics
• The ability to sort information in a certain
order according to a specific set of rules and
priorities
• Knowledge and understanding of business
practices
• Project management skills
• Troubleshooting, investigative and analytical
skills
• The ability to keep up-to-date with technical
and industry developments
• Knowledge of data protection policies and
data security procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Written communication skills in English
• Organisational and planning skills
• The ability to analyse and solve problems in
a logical manner
• Decision making skills
• Time management and multitasking skills
• The ability to work under pressure and
adhere to tight deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
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