Pressure can rise as deadlines have to be met. Career breaks and part-time work are possible. Qualitative researchers are predominantly female. However, numbers are more balanced in quantitative research and in management. Although open to HNDs, graduates are often preferred.
Relevant experience can be very helpful.
A pre-entry postgraduate qualification is not needed Postgraduate marketing, research or strategic courses may give some advantage. Market Research can follow experience in marketing, sales, media sales or retailing. A few specialist posts require an engineering or scientific background. Overseas posts need language skills. High levels of numeracy and communication skills are essential.