Melbourne

Risk Analyst

A Risk Analyst analyses information and data to assess risk. You might work in banking, insurance or a range of other industries. Risk Analysts make predictions and projections and guide decision and policy making. You might look at the risk to individual clients or large businesses and organisations.

Risk Analysts should have strong attention to detail and high level analytical abilities. You’ll need to follow correct procedures and be able to prepare accurate reports. Risk Analysts should be organised and able to manage their time well. You’ll need to be able to communicate your findings to a range of stakeholders.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $121,992
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a risk analyst?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning)

Blended, On Campus
36 months
$0 - $45,426
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Statistics)

On Campus
36 months
$0 - $45,426
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Applied Mathematics)

On Campus
36 months
$0 - $123,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Commerce (Actuarial Studies)

On Campus
36 months
$0 - $43,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)

Blended, On Campus
36 months
$0 - $44,784
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Diploma of Finance

Blended
12 months
$31,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Commerce

Blended, On Campus
6 months
$0 - $16,320
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Actuarial Science

On Campus
18 months
$53,094
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate of Digital Finance

Blended
6 months
$5,703
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (Econometrics)

On Campus
12 months
$15,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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