Careers with an Economics degree
Economists are needed in sectors ranging from finance to NGO. Learn about what careers you could get into with an Economics degree.
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What can you do with an Economics degree?
When studying for an Economics degree, you’ll learn all about data analysis, economic theories such as micro and macroeconomics, modelling and much more. As a result, you’ll be highly attractive in the eyes of employers looking for skilled individuals to work in accountancy, finance, government, management and banking.
You’ll also develop transferable skills that will open the doors to careers in organisations such as charities, tech companies and commercial businesses all looking for problem-solving employees, who have commercial awareness, are logical and IT literate.
Many graduates go on to postgraduate study and further research.
Career options
Economics graduates go into careers like:
- Accountant
- Actuary
- Auditor
- Compliance officer
- Data analyst
- Economist
- Financial consultant
- Government policy advisor
- Investment banker
- Researcher
- Risk analyst
- Statistician
- Stockbroker
- Tax consultant
Other potential opportunities include:
- Local government officer
- Management consultant
- Policy officer
- Quantity surveyor
Who employs Economics graduates?
Examples of employers looking for graduates with Economics skills:
- Amazon
- Bank of England
- Civil Service
- Lloyds of London
- Metro Bank
- Microsoft
- Standard Chartered Bank
If you go into research or teaching, typical employers include:
- Universities
- Research institutes
- Think tanks
- Schools
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