Consultoria organizacional : um estudo sobre as percepções dos consultores acerca das atribuições e das exigências para atuar no mercado

Abstract

The general objective of this work was to understand the perceptions of the consultants about the requirements to operate in the market, in Aracaju - SE. To do this, it was necessary to identify the requirements necessary to act as a consultant, to analyze the educational and professional trajectory of the consultant and, finally, to identify the requirements of the labor market in relation to the consultant. Regarding the data collection, the questionnaire was applied to 12 consultants, who work in the city of Aracaju - SE. The study revealed that these consultants are all trained and specialized. Most of them provide consultancies in specific areas of organizations and that most of them have been in this market for more than 10 years. Skills such as good communication, analytical skills, ability to elaborate new scenarios, ability to implement changes, in-depth knowledge, practical experience, business intelligence, managing time, knowing how to deal with change resistance, working with human resources, working with consolidated values and know how to handle information, are extremely necessary for performance in the consultant's performance. The conclusion to which consultants have been increasingly required by organizations. However, this demand have been accompanied by a range of requirements in relation to its competencies and to meet these demands, it is necessary that the consultant is always able to go beyond what the market demands, always seeking constant improvement.