Английский язык для системных аналитиков. English for Systems Analysts. Учебное пособие

Dear Mr. _____,

I am writing to apply for a position of ______________, which you advertised in today’s _________. I am very excited by the opportunity you offer and believe that I have the personality and qualifications you are looking for.

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7.Write a cover letter for Systems Analysts.

8.Study the information about CV.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Your CV is a summary of your professional/academic life until now, and it usually concentrates on your personal details, education and work experience.

Your CV's goal is to get you a job interview. To do this, your CV must be:

•clear

•well-organized

•easy to read

•concise

•relevant to the job offered

Your CV is the summary of your professional life. There are usually 5 general headings of information to include:

•personal details - name, address, email and telephone number

•objective - a headline that summarizes the job opportunity you are seeking

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•work experience - your previous employment in reverse chronological order - with most detail for your present or most recent job

•education - details of secondary and university education - including the establishments and qualifications (but excluding any that are irrelevant to your career)

•personal interests - demonstrating that you are a balanced, responsible member of society with an interesting life outside work.

9.Write your CV for the position of Systems Analyst.

10.Study the requirements for these jobs. Discuss in pairs the salary, the skills, personal characteristics. Are you the right person for this position? Why do you think so?

https://www.ziprecruiter.com/c/AHU-Technologies- Inc/Job/Business-Systems-Analyst-DC/-in-Washing- ton,DC?jid=abe252352fd6b6d1

Business Systems Analyst DC

AHU Technologies Inc

Washington, DC

Responsibilities

−Formulates and defines systems scope and objectives based on both user needs and a thorough understanding of business systems and industry requirements.

−Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems considering computer equipment capacity and limitations, operation time, and form of desired results. Includes analysis of business and user needs, documentation

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of requirements, and translation into proper system requirements specifications.

− Provides consultation on complex projects and is the top-level contributor/specialist of most phases of systems analysis, while considering the business implications of the application of technology to the current and future business environment.

https://www.ziprecruiter.com/c/MILWAUKEE-PUBLIC- MUSEUM-INC/Job/Systems-Analyst-II/-in-Milwaukee, WI?jid=5f45d3961b7094a8

Systems Analyst II

MILWAUKEE PUBLIC MUSEUM INC

Milwaukee, WI

Responsibilities

−Install, maintain, inventory, troubleshoot, repair and monitor the performance of desktop hardware and software used in all business, creative, research, education, and exhibit divisions.

−Maintain, monitor and troubleshoot the performance of server hardware and business information systems such as e-mail, accounting, POS, ticketing, retail operations, website, and Citrix.

−Administer and support Google Apps for Business and M365 portal.

−Assist staff of all departments with troubleshooting and use of various hardware and software.

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You will be successful in this role if you:

−Have 3-5 years’ experience as a desktop or systems administrator.

−Have experience working with Office365, SharePoint, Teams, Azure, and Outlook.

−Have experience networking.

−Are willing to commit to the mission and values of a non-profit organization.

−Would excel in assisting and working with users of all levels of technological ability as well as working independently.

−Work well in a small department with the opportunity to work on all aspects of tech utilized throughout the museum.

11. Are you suited to be a Systems Analyst? Prove your idea.

https://www.careerexplorer.com/career-test/ https://www.careerexplorer.com/assessments/

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Text 3

Types of Systems Analysts

Pre reading activities

Do you know the types of Systems Analysts? Discuss in pairs.

Reading activities

1. Read the text and answer the following questions.

1.What does a Quality Assurance Analyst focus on?

2.What is the role of an Information Security Analyst?

3.What do a Data Analyst work with to provide insights to business stakeholders?

4.How does a Business Systems Analyst improve efficiency and effectiveness?

5.Who does a Technical Systems Analyst work with to design and implement systems?

6.What is the focus of a Systems Integration Analyst?

7.How does Systems Analyst ensure that different systems can communicate with each other seamlessly?

There are various types of Systems Analysts, depending on the nature of the work they perform and the industry they work in. Here are some common types:

−Quality Assurance Analyst. This type of Systems Analyst focuses on testing and ensuring the quality of information systems. They work to identify and fix issues with systems to ensure that they meet the organization's requirements and are functioning correctly.

−Information Security Analyst. This type of Systems Analyst focuses on analyzing and designing security systems

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and protocols. They work to ensure that information systems are secure and protected from potential threats.

−Data Analyst. They focus on analyzing and managing large data sets. They work with databases, data warehouses, and data mining tools to analyze data and provide insights to business stakeholders.

−Business Systems Analyst. This type of Systems Analyst focuses on analyzing and designing business processes and information systems. They work with business stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements, and then design and implement systems that improve efficiency and effectiveness.

−Technical Systems Analyst. This type of Systems Analyst focuses on analyzing and designing technical systems and applications. They work with software developers to design and implement systems that meet the organization's needs.

−Systems Integration Analyst. This type of systems analyst focuses on integrating multiple systems and applications. They work with various teams to ensure that different systems can communicate with each other and work together seamlessly.

After reading activities

1. Fill in the gaps with the missing words and word combinations from the text.

1.Quality Assurance Analyst focuses on … and … the quality of information systems.

2.Information Security Analyst ensures that information systems are … and … from potential threats.

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3.Data Analyst work with data …, data …, and data

…to analyze data and provide insights to business stakeholders.

4.Business Systems Analyst … and … systems that improve efficiency and effectiveness.

5.Technical Systems Analyst works with … to design and implement systems that meet the organization's needs.

6.Systems Integration Analyst … multiple systems and applications.

2. Put the verbs into the correct form.

1.Quality Assurance Analyst (to identify) and (to fix) issues with systems to ensure that they meet the organization's requirements.

2.Now Information Security Analyst (to analyze) and (to design) security systems and protocols.

3.Recently Data Analyst (to analyze) and (to manage) large data sets.

4.Yesterday Business Systems Analyst (to work) with business stakeholders and (to understand) their needs and requirements.

5.Technical Systems Analysts (to design) technical systems and applications.

6.Systems Integration Analyst (to ensure) that different systems can (to communicate) with each other and work together seamlessly.

3.Read and translate the dialogue. Work in pairs. Act this one or make your own dialogue.

Bob: Hey Jen, have you heard about the different types of Systems Analysts?

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Jen: Well, just something. Tell me more.

Bob: Sure. One type is called a Quality Assurance Analyst. They focus on testing and ensuring the quality of information systems

Jen: Interesting. What other types are?

Bob: Well, there's also an Information Security Analyst, who focuses on analyzing and designing security systems to keep information safe from threats.

Jen: That sounds important. Are there any other types? Bob: Yes, there's a Data Analyst. They work with large data sets and use various tools to analyze the data and pro-

vide insights for businesses.

Jen: And what about Business Systems Analysts?

Bob: They work closely with business stakeholders to design and implement systems that improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Jen: Wow, there are a lot of different types. Did you know any Technical Systems Analysts as well?

Bob: Oh yes, they work with software developers to create systems that meet the organization's needs.

Jen: And finally, what do Systems Integration Analysts do?

Bob: They help to integrate different systems and applications, so they can communicate and work together seamlessly.

Jen: Interesting! Let’s have some coffee and continue our chat.

4.Work in groups. Discuss the following issues.

1. What do you think are the most important skills for someone working as a Systems Analyst?

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2.Have you ever had to analyze data or information in your job or studies? How did you approach it?

3.In your opinion, how crucial is technology in today’s business environment?

4.Can you share an experience where you had to solve a problem using analytical thinking?

5.What challenges do you think analysts face when trying to improve business processes?

6.Have you ever worked on a team project that required collaboration between different departments? What was that like?

7.How do you think advancements in technology will change the role of Systems Analysts in the future?

8.Do you believe that understanding data is essential for making informed decisions in any field? Why or why not?

Project work. Presentation skills

1.Work in groups. Find extra info about various types of Systems Analysts (Texts 3.1–3.5). Present your findings in class. Study the requirements for a good presentation.

2.Have you ever given a presentation? If yes, was your presentation successful? What made it a success?

3.Discuss the following questions with your partner. Answer yes or no. Did you:

1.Prepare thoroughly: check the meaning and pronunciation of the new words, create slides, rehearse the speech?

2.Start the talk in an interesting way to get the attention of the audience?

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3.Speak from notes?

4.Read the whole text?

5.Give an overview of your talk at the beginning?

6.Use phrases to help the audience to follow your ideas?

7.Provide examples to illustrate your ideas?

8.Provide visual support?

9.Invite the audience to ask questions?

10.Make eye contact with the audience?

11.Use effective gestures?

4.How many positive answers did you give? So, was your presentation effective? What would you like to improve?

5.Effective presentation should have a clear structure. Put the stages of a presentation in logical order. Compare your answers with those of your groupmates. Name the stages of a presentation in logical order.

Present the main body of the talk

Handle questions

Signal the beginning of the talk

Greet the audience

Summaries the main points

Introduce yourself

Introduce the topic

Outline the presentation structure

Thank the audience

Say when you’d like to answer the questions

Have a strong ending

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