Economist
Studies economic trends and advises governments and businesses on policy.
DegreeSelf-taught
Also known as
Economic AnalystEconomic Policy AdvisorApplied EconomistResearch Economist
Essential Skills
Econometric modellingMacroeconomic and microeconomic analysisPolicy impact assessmentStatistical software proficiency (Stata, R)Economic research and literature reviewData interpretation and forecasting
Good to Have
Game theory applicationDevelopment economics knowledge
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