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Economics
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Why Economics?
Economics is:
- Advising government on environmental issues
- Developing a financial plan for an investor
- Evaluating tax policies for Congress
- Forecasting financial activity
- Developing the skills to solve a wide range of real-world problems
- A major that prepares YOU for a successful career
Study Economics because:
- One of the highest paid professions
- Growing job opportunities
- Career advancement
- Marketability
- Flexible curriculum
- Excellent training for graduate school
An economics major develops a wide range of skills that allows students to adapt to a rapidly changing business environment. The skills and abilities include:
- Problem solving skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Planning and forecasting
- Research and analysis
- Communication skills
Actuary - Credit Analyst - Labor Relations Analyst - Production Manager - Agricultural Economist - Entrepreneur - Lawyer - Professor - Appraiser - Environmental Planner - Lobbyist - Quality Assurance Analyst - Bank Manager - Healthcare Administrator - Logistics Manager - Sales Forecaster - Bank Officer - Insurance Underwriter - Management Trainee - Securities Analyst - Commodities Broker - International Banker - Market Research Analyst - Tax Auditor
For more information about economics careers and career outlooks for economists, visit the National Association for Business Economists webpage at http://www.nabe.com/careers/index.html