What Can I Do With A Major In…
ECONOMICS
General Information:
An economics degree trains students to apply the principals and theories of natural science to the
concepts and logic of mathematics. Professional economists utilize their skills in the business, social
sciences, and humanities fields.
Economists research and evaluate data related to anything of monetary or production value, such
as: Labor output, Raw materials, Machinery, Finished goods, Natural resources, and Land. From the
data an economist collects and evaluates, they can prepare reports and forecast about economic
trends. An economics student can use this degree as a basis for furthering their education in fields
such as economics, business, public policy and law, journalism, social welfare, and research.
Students majoring in economics must have good command of verbal and written communication
skills especially for interviews and presentations.
Career Possibilities:
Financial Planner/Advisor
Business Manager
Business Journalist
Microeconomist
*Lawyer
Government Administrator
Investment Banker
Legislative Assistant
Market Research Analyst
*May require additional education or certification
*Stockbroker
Underwriter
Credit/Loan Officer
Financial Analyst
Economic Consultant
Intelligence Officer
Foreign Service Officer
*Sustainability Management
Cost Estimator
Statistics:
· 2013 Annual median salary for Financial Analysts is $73,100; employment is expected to grow
25% by 2020.
· 2013 Annual median salary for Financial Advisors is $70,600; employment is expected to grow
38% by 2020.
· 2013 Annual median salary for Cost Estimators is $58,300; employment is expected to grow 17%
by 2020.
· 2013 Annual median salary for Loan Officers is $67,900; employment is expected to grow 12% by
2020.
UCCS Clubs:
Go to http://sll.uccs.edu/Clubs and log into Mountain Lion Connect in the top corner for a list of
clubs or contact the SGA Office for more information, 719.255.3470 or studlife@uccs.edu.
For more information:
www.swlearning.com/economics/career_resources_degree.html
www.uccs.edu/~economic/
www.nabe.com
Sources:
Occupational Outlook Handbook
www.acinet.org
online.onetcenter.org
http://www.mymajors.com/
www.worldwidelearn.com
www.simplyhired.com