The study of economics provides a good opportunity to gain an edge in today’s rapidly globalising world. Well-trained economists are in huge demand across industries, not only at the national but at the international level as well.
In recent years, there has been a suckten spun in he demand for economic analysts, researchers and consultants as they arc well-equipped and trained to effectively handle the increasing complexities of a rapidly globalising and competitive society. Competition is known to be a stern taskmaster and then is believed to be no room for laxity in its lexicon. Accordingly, in order to excel today in the fields of industry, trade, commerce, banking, insurance, finance and the like, one needs to have the competitive edge.
It is precisely against this backdrop t hat t he study of economics opens up the doors of a wide variety of the most sought-after career options. For, the students of economics are provided with deep insights into how an economy functions at the macro-level and how the markets operate at the micro-level. In addition, imparting the knowledge of economics also entails developing sufficient groundings into statistical and mathematical methods for economics, econometrics, public finance, monetary economics, international economics, development economics and economic policy-making, all of which arc extremely desirable from the practical perspective of building a career whether in the public sector, private set-tor or even non-government organisations
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Options after BA (Hons.) Economics
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Career options
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Institutions/Organisations
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MA Economics
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Teaching.
Indian Economic Service (IES)Economist, economic advisor or econometrician |
Colleges and universities Government sector
Banks and other financial institutions, financial services and
consultancy firms in the corporate sector |
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MA • MPhil. PhD in Economics
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Economist, researcher or consultant
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Planning Commission. RBI. National Council for Applied
Economic Research, National Institute of Public Finance and Policy as also
international organisations such as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank
and the International Monetary Fund
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MBE (Master of Business Economics)
MFC (Master of Finance and Control) |
Executive, analyst or researcher
Financial services |
Private sector firms and business establishments
Banking and financial institutions |
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MBA
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Manager
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Public and private sector firms
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PGD in Global Business Operations
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Executive
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International business (MNCs. export-import houses
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After successfully acquiring an undergraduate degree in economics, one could either straightaway choose a career in economic journalism, economic and financial research, banking and finance, sales and marketing etc. or instead appear for competitive exams such as the civil services, economic and statistical services. Alternatively, with a view to enhancing career prospects, one may choose to either pursue further studies in economics or instead branch offto higher studies in some related field such as environmental economics, demography, business economics, insurance and actuarial science, risk management, finance, business administration and management, international marketing and global business operations. The resulting career options are shown in the table.
Skill sets required
- A logical and analytical bent of mind
- Quantitative aptitude
- Articulation and strong ability to assimilate information
- Felicity of expression
- Sincerity, commitment and devotion
- High level of motivation to strive for perfection
- A high level of patience, with a positive and optimistic attitude
- Willingness to work hard in a selfless manner
Some of the premier educational institutions for undergraduate studies in economics in
- St Stephen’s College.
- St Xavier’s College, Kolkata
- St Xavier’s College, Mumbai
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