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Economists advise government departments, businesses, banks and other organisations about the economy.
You could work: between 8am and 6pm;
Your work will vary depending on whether you're advising government or the business sector. You could:
You could work in an office or at a university.
You can get into this job through:
You'll need a degree in economics or a related subject, like:
Some employers may prefer you to have a postgraduate master's degree in economics.
Your university course should include both macro and microeconomics.
You'll usually need:
The following degree apprenticeships may be relevant to this role:
For entry to the Level 7 post graduate degree apprenticeship, you would usually already have an undergraduate degree in economics or have completed the Level 6 Professional economist apprenticeship.
You'll usually need:
You could start as an economic research officer or analyst in the private sector and work your way up.
You could apply for a place on the Government Economic Service Fast Stream programme, starting out as an assistant economist.
You'll need a degree in economics or a combined degree, with at least 50% economics. A postgraduate award in economics may be acceptable.
You can find professional development training and networking opportunities with the Royal Economic Society and the The Society of Professional Economists.
You'll find more advice about working as an economist in the public sector through the Government Economic Service.
With experience, you could progress to senior levels or become a self-employed freelance consultant.
You'll find more advice about working as an economist in the public sector through the Government Economic Service.