Careers in Economics

A major or minor in economics from Carthage can open the door to many professions. Economics majors develop a wide array of problem-solving skills. They learn how to identify the causes of why things are happening, which allows them to conduct “what-if” analyses. They do this through developing a strong modeling toolkit and using data analysis to inform their models and conclusions. These skills are in high demand in both business and policy analysis.

This list includes careers requiring differing degrees of education and training.

Banking and Financial Services — Manager, Forecaster, Loan Officer, Analyst
Business — Financial Analyst, International Trade Specialist, Industry Analyst
Government — Foreign Service Officer, Budget Officer, Economic Planner, Policy Analyst
Human Services — Industrial Relations, Personnel Manager, Training
Insurance — Actuary, Benefits Analyst, Demographer, Statistician
Law — Attorney, Judicial Assistant, Lobbyist, Legislative Research Adviser
Teaching — High School Economics or Social Science Teacher
Continued Education — MBA, Law School, Graduate Program in Economics

Where Carthage economics majors work

Council of Economic Advisers
Minnesota Management and Budget
Sunstone Financial Group
Satori Energy
Northwestern Mutual
Space Foundation
Chicago Blackhawks
International Trade Center

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