SME Consultant
ちゅうしょうきぎょうしんだんし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
SME Consultants analyze management challenges of small and medium enterprises and provide support for formulating and implementing improvement measures and management strategies.
Description
SME Consultants work with SME owners to identify issues through financial analysis and market research, and formulate improvement plans for organizational operations and business strategies. They are active in government agencies, financial institutions, and consulting firms, providing practical consulting services, seminars, and training. They handle a wide range of tasks such as supporting business innovation and regeneration, and subsidy acquisition support, contributing to regional economic revitalization.
Future Outlook
With the aging population and increasing needs for regional revitalization, demand for management support by SME Consultants will remain stable, but acquiring new expertise such as DX対応 and industry-specific services will be key to enhancing competitiveness.
Personality Traits
Communication Skills / Flexibility / Initiative / Logical Thinking / Problem-Solving Orientation
Work Style
Consulting / Consulting Employment / Dispatched / Freelance Independence
Career Path
Associate Consultant → Consultant → Senior Consultant → Manager → Partner / Independent
Required Skills
Business Analysis / Financial Statement Analysis / Interviewing Skills / Marketing Knowledge / Presentation Skills
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / English Literature Reading / Presentation / Project Management / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically analyze management challenges and derive solutions. |
| Communication Skills | High dialogue skills are required for negotiations and interviews with clients. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to continuously learn the latest management techniques and industry knowledge. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical analytical skills are required for financial data analysis and KPI setting. |
| Planning & Organization | To formulate business plans and improvement measures and manage their execution. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for solving complex management challenges. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and meetings, with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- SME Consultant
Aliases
- SME Consultant
Related Jobs
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Tax Accountant
- Management Consultant
- SME Support Advisor