SAP Business Analyst Job Questions & Answers

I'm hoping to find a decent business job in this crappy economy. After debating (with myself) whether I'd pursue a generic business degree which comes highly recommended both by peers and most career sites I've been on or go bold with a much-harder Economics degree, I finally decided to go with the latter. Exactly what kind of jobs could I land with an Economics degree? Is it even advisable to pursue it?

2 answers - Asked By: Rebel D. - 8/28/2011

I am an MBA with specialization in Finance and I have an offer to be trained on Peoplesoft. (A) I am told that the financials module of Peoplesoft is a viable option for a lucrative career (as a Business/ Financial Analyst). Is this true? (B) Or is there any other module of Peoplesoft that has more scope in the market? (C) How difficult would it be to make a move to some other ERP s/w like SAP a few years down the line - if for some reason I so desire then? (D) Which are the good sites to look out for jobs in Peoplesoft?

2 answers - Asked By: JPStar - 10/13/2007

Hello, I completed my MBA in 2010 from a college in NYC. I did a year job as SAP FICO consultant for about a year and currently working on a project as Business Analyst since last 6 months. So, I am having about one and half year experience. My problem is what should I do next? I am still working as Business Analyst and it is a year project. Can I get a full time job anywhere? What are some of the options for me to do job? I am on Green Card in US

1 answer - Asked By: Katie - 11/22/2012

I'm soon to have a bachelor's degree in economics and I'm trying to find a job. Where, other than banks, would be good places to apply with that degree?

1 answer - Asked By: tbone_of_07 - 3/6/2011

I graduated in 2003 from rider U in NJ and currently working at a banking company as a project analyst, not my ideal career and I never thought about what I wanted to do when I was in college because it always seemed so long away. Now I feel trapped in a job I hate. Just looking for advice on career moves, and I can’t take a pay cut I have a family I'm supporting.

1 answer - Asked By: Steve Dave - 8/21/2006

I have Marketing BS degree and I have taken Photoshop courses and I teach myself code, but I do not have the confidence to compete with all of the experts out there because I ma still learning and I would hate to take on new clients and disappoint them and get terminated. I do not like sales but I do enjoy working ina nd around computers, but I am not as smart as I might think. When you look at my resume it is guppy with most of my background working in and around the warehouse(which doesn't pay and I do not enjoy it). I want to change direction, but I cannot seem to get the ball rolling. It seems like the world has forgotten about me, and I just woke up from a three year long coma. How can I get salaried doing what I like to do. There is just too much competition out there I cannot get noticed by the companies that matter. I would like to go into business myself, but every time I try it seems like some scummier wants to jerk me out of money I don't have. I even volunteered down at the American Red Cross and the Humane Society and that is even competitive for volunteer opportunities. What has this world come to when a man cannot be productive anymore. I can't wait til Obama is out of office and we get a real leader in office again. I am suffering here.

4 answers - Asked By: Jones - 2/4/2013

When COMPANIES advertise for job openings the salary budget is "Negotiable". Then they get the employment agencies to help them to source for the same openings but setting different salary budgets for different employment agencies to work on. Currently employment agencies “Do Not Disclose Companies Name" to jobseekers they represent. Consequently the same jobseeker may be sending to the same "Company" directly or through different employment agencies with different salary budgets. 1) Now if you are the Company receiving the same CVs from the same jobseeker with different salary budget via different sources what will you think and do with the same jobseeker ? 2) If you are a Jobseeker, do you think you will get the job ? 3) If you are the Employment Agency do you think you can close the deal ? The consequences will be the Companies asking to see more CVs and lose confidence with the jobseekers at large and ended up taking a longer time for employment agencies to close deals. This will affect the survival of jobseekers and employment agencies. So I urge Employment Agencies “To Disclose Company Names" they represent to all jobseekers from the start to avoid duplicated CVs with different salary budgets ended in the hands of Companies. Jobseekers and Employment Agencies have to work closely to share information about Companies who are out there to "Test Market" and wasting jobseekers and employment agencies time, effort and money bearing in mind that the Companies do not pay a single cent at all. By not disclosing and sharing information about the "Companies" amongst employment agencies and jobseekers it will only drive employment agencies and jobseekers into desperation. Companies will take advantage of this weakness and keep setting lower and lower salary budgets for employment agencies to work on. This will further create for frustration and desperation amongst employment agencies and jobseekers. The job market in Singapore is small and the employment agencies and jobseekers have to work "Smart" and not let the Companies “Fool” them. Employment agencies should not worry about jobseekers sending their CVs direct to their Clients cause most of the Companies have that "Shopping for the Best Candidate" attitude through various sources. At the end of the day it is all about which jobseeker has the "BEST MATCH" in the eyes of the Companies not the employment agencies nor the jobseekers. Companies may instruct employment agencies “Not to Disclose" their Companies Names to jobseekers so that they are better "Manipulate" jobseekers and employment agencies. Companies usually want to portray themselves as good employers who are willing to pay what the jobseekers are worth for. So they choose to hide behind these employment agencies to "test market" without dirtying their own hands. I WELCOME PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THIS ISSUE !! Pls read below 2 same ads appeared on the same day at jobsdb 27/4/10 with different salary budgets. 1) TODAY'S CAREER BELOW $4,000 AND 2) MCI UPTO $5,000 Imagine the negative reactions triggered by the agencies and candidates upon reading these ads. Companies are just "testing market" and wasting resources.. AD 1) Today's Career is an active member of the Singapore Staffing Association since 1996. Our Corporate philosophy of service quality has always been proactive, personalized employment services tailored to your career needs. By connecting with us, you will be able to leverage on our extensive network of organizations, and assisted by our team of dedicated consultants to fill up suitable job openings. Financial Analyst (SAP/Hyperion) - Novena MRT Preparation and Analysis of monthly financial results- Discuss Analysis with BU Controller and define actions and tasks- Prepare monthly reports and KPIs to finance Business Unit Management- Develop new management reports- Forecasting and Budgeting support- Develop presentations for Business Unit- Lead small projects- Support preparation of board report- Prepare Business Development overview- Control and support Business Warehouse reporting roll-out in Asia- Participate in ad-hoc projects- Liaise with country finance managers Education:Degree in economics, accounting, finance (University, College of higher education) with focus in finance Professional background:4 - 6 years experience in controlling with a multinational company and/or audit firm Skill set:Analytical skills, very strong in Excel and proficient in applications such as PowerPoint, Business Warehouse, SAP/R3. Fluent in English (speaking and writing). Experience with Hyperion/HFM and consolidation would be a plus. 5 days European MNC at United Square (Novena MRT)8am -530pm Yr(s) of Exp 3 years Qualification Degree Industry Trading and Distribution Salary ***** Below S$4000 ******

1 answer - Asked By: fan - 4/30/2010

I am a recent graduate of a tier three school, with a degree in finance. I currently have no experience, so I am basically in the entry level status. Anyways, I would love to pursue an analyst position or possibly get involved with budgeting/forecasting. I guess you could say those are my goals. I still havent truly decided what I want to do. I have interviewed and thought about some possible jobs, I just dont know what is going to get me the experience I need. I dont want dead end experience. Work in Retail Banking - I have purused personal banker positions, but most are telling me to start out as a teller! Work in Mortgage Origination - this is with a bank that specializes in mortgages (Indymac Bank) Offered me a position, but its hourly. Basically im trying to get a job thats not necessarily glamorous paying the big bucks, but instead allows me to develop good work ethic, with the possibility to learn and grown and mold myself into a essential player in society!

2 answers - Asked By: Financial Guru - 8/20/2007

Specializing in systems analyst route. Will have 2 summers worth of internship experience Will have these certifications: CCNA, CCNP, MCITP, A+, N+, S+, MSCE, linux +, server +, MSCA, Java, Will have 3-5 years of IT work experience Looking at any of the following jobs: IT operations manager IT project manager Network admin Systems admin Information Security Software support Server administrator System analyst IT Consultant Business Analyst Training Specialist Network Technician Computer Systems Analyst Network Security Engineer Technical Support Engineer Database admin Network engineer SAP basis admin Telecommunication network engineer Will my degree apply to those above jobs? Will I be able to land an entry level position with any of those above jobs with all of my qualifications?

1 answer - Asked By: Jack - 2/27/2013

I am thinking about getting an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Business Management. What type of jobs could I do with this type of degree? Anything and everything you can think of would be great! Thanks!!

2 answers - Asked By: generalbailey - 8/30/2007

A job that requires no formal qualifications. Any suggestions?

4 answers - Asked By: The Guvnor - 3/29/2012

I'm considering majoring in economics when I go to college. I want to have a political career, but since there is no guarantee I would get elected to a political office, what are some other job options I would have if I got a degree in economics? I'd probably also minor in political science. Thanks.

2 answers - Asked By: A hobbit - 8/8/2012

When COMPANIES advertise for job openings the salary budget is "Negotiable". Then they get the employment agencies to help them to source for the same openings but setting different salary budgets for different employment agencies to work on. Currently employment agencies “Do Not Disclose Companies Name" to jobseekers they represent. Consequently the same jobseeker may be sending to the same "Company" directly or through different employment agencies with different salary budgets. 1) Now if you are the Company receiving the same CVs from the same jobseeker with different salary budget via different sources what will you think and do with the same jobseeker ? 2) If you are a Jobseeker, do you think you will get the job ? 3) If you are the Employment Agency do you think you can close the deal ? The consequences will be the Companies asking to see more CVs and lose confidence with the jobseekers at large and ended up taking a longer time for employment agencies to close deals. This will affect the survival of jobseekers and employment agencies. So I urge Employment Agencies “To Disclose Company Names" they represent to all jobseekers from the start to avoid duplicated CVs with different salary budgets ended in the hands of Companies. Jobseekers and Employment Agencies have to work closely to share information about Companies who are out there to "Test Market" and wasting jobseekers and employment agencies time, effort and money bearing in mind that the Companies do not pay a single cent at all. By not disclosing and sharing information about the "Companies" amongst employment agencies and jobseekers it will only drive employment agencies and jobseekers into desperation. Companies will take advantage of this weakness and keep setting lower and lower salary budgets for employment agencies to work on. This will further create for frustration and desperation amongst employment agencies and jobseekers. The job market in Singapore is small and the employment agencies and jobseekers have to work "Smart" and not let the Companies “Fool” them. Employment agencies should not worry about jobseekers sending their CVs direct to their Clients cause most of the Companies have that "Shopping for the Best Candidate" attitude through various sources. At the end of the day it is all about which jobseeker has the "BEST MATCH" in the eyes of the Companies not the employment agencies nor the jobseekers.Companies may instruct employment agencies “Not to Disclose" their Companies Names to jobseekers so that they are better "Manipulate" jobseekers and employment agencies. Companies usually want to portray themselves as good employers who are willing to pay what the jobseekers are worth for. So they choose to hide behind these employment agencies to "test market" without dirtying their own hands. I WELCOME PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THIS ISSUE !! Pls read below 2 same ads appeared on the same day at jobsdb 27/4/10 with different salary budgets. 1) TODAY'S CAREER BELOW $4,000 AND 2) MCI UPTO $5,000 AD 1) TODAY'S CAREER is an active member of the Singapore Staffing Association since 1996. Our Corporate philosophy of service quality has always been proactive, personalized employment services tailored to your career needs. By connecting with us, you will be able to leverage on our extensive network of organizations, and assisted by our team of dedicated consultants to fill up suitable job openings. Financial Analyst (SAP/Hyperion) - Novena MRT Preparation and Analysis of monthly financial results- Discuss Analysis with BU Controller and define actions and tasks- Prepare monthly reports and KPIs to finance Business Unit Management- Develop new management reports- Forecasting and Budgeting support- Develop presentations for Business Unit- Lead small projects- Support preparation of board report- Prepare Business Development overview- Control and support Business Warehouse reporting roll-out in Asia- Participate in ad-hoc projects- Liaise with country finance managers Education:Degree in economics, accounting, finance (University, College of higher education) with focus in finance Professional background:4 - 6 years experience in controlling with a multinational company and/or audit firm Skill set:Analytical skills, very strong in Excel and proficient in applications such as PowerPoint, Business Warehouse, SAP/R3. Fluent in English (speaking and writing). Experience with Hyperion/HFM and consolidation would be a plus. 5 days European MNC at United Square (Novena MRT)8am -530pm Yr(s) of Exp 3 years Qualification Degree Industry Trading and Distribution Salary ***** Below S$4000 ****** AD 2) MCi Career Services is a total-solution service provider offering a comprehensive range of Human Resource Services. If you thought that all recruitment agencies are all the same, think ag

1 answer - Asked By: fan - 4/30/2010

I have an interview for this position and it is an over the phone interview and i only know about military security. So what is SAP security, how does it compare to regular law enforcement and do you think its a good job? how much does it pay?

2 answers - Asked By: kkds14 - 2/18/2009

1 answer - Asked By: White - 1/23/2011

I came to know that SAP is a company which gives ERP implementation. I want to know what exactly is SAP and why is the world slowly moving towards SAP implementation for all companies? What is buggy with the current setup of companies without SAP intervention? If SAP is computerizing/integrating the whole company setup, then wouldnt it reduce the job opportunities?

2 answers - Asked By: Srini - 2/10/2007

I am an engineer with MBA having 6.5 yrs exp in sales,marketing,purchase and supply chain management.I am looking for a change in career into SAP.Please let me know if it is worthwhile doing the course.

1 answer - Asked By: visva - 1/29/2013

I'm trying to find a job where I can apply my Business Economics degree. I found a job called SAP PP PI Business Analyst but I don't know what that is. I've tried searching it online and found SI tables and something about software. But I still can't figure it out. Anyone know?

1 answer - Asked By: Laura787 - 3/14/2011

I have 2 years experiance in an MNC on SAP at end user level. Now i am in US for a project . will be here for 40 more days... Can i find a job relating to SAP in US or UK ?

1 answer - Asked By: prince - 12/20/2007

For young production engineer, Which career is better .SAP implementer or industrial business analyst ?and y? please tell me which of them has more opportunities and high salary?

1 answer - Asked By: bakr g - 2/28/2008