Career Paths
Where a Economics degree takes you in Europe
€40,000 - €90,000 Typical Salary Range
Good demand in government, international organizations, finance, and consulting
Economist
Analyze economic data and trends
Policy Analyst
Advise on public policy
Research Economist
Conduct economic research
Data Analyst
Apply analytical skills to data
Central Bank Analyst
Work on monetary policy
International Organization Officer
Work at IMF, World Bank, EU, etc.
Economic Consultant
Provide economic analysis for businesses
Financial Economist
Apply economics in financial sector
Industries You Might Not Have Considered
Beyond the obvious career paths
Tech Industry — economics graduates are hired by Google, Amazon, and Meta as market designers, policy economists, and pricing strategists
Sports Analytics — clubs and organizations are applying econometric methods to player valuation, game strategy, and commercial decisions
Healthcare & Pharmaceutical — health economists assessing the cost-effectiveness of treatments and designing payment systems are in persistent demand
Roles Worth Knowing About
Pricing Strategist — using economic models to set optimal prices for products and services; increasingly in demand at tech companies and retail
Regulatory Economist — advising competition authorities and sector regulators on market analysis and policy impact
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