Credit Analysts

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Occupation Description

Credit analysts assist clients, including individuals or firms, through study and interpretation of credit data and financial information. The information they gain is used to understand and advise the degree of risk that comes with extending credit or loans to prospective debtors. Credit analysts also prepare reports with information involving credit history and other important factors to help in making these decisions.

Estimated Income

All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
Lower End
Middle
Upper End
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)

Total Employees In 2010

61240

Job Openings By 2025

25900

Growth Rate

19.7%

Required Education

Bachelor's degree
Specific Programs:
Bachelors in Business Administration
Bachelors in Finance

Required Work Experience

None

Based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary

National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth