Economist, Kaimātai ōhanga
Also known as
- Economic forecaster, social scientist, financial expert, economic analyst, financial analyst, research economist, economic market analyst
Economists research and analyse financial, labour and trade markets, and comment on economic events.
Duration
02:41 mins
Your pay could be
$54K
Lower
$79K to $163K
Most common
$251K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Economists
- usually work regular business hours
- usually work in offices
- need to be accurate, methodical and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge
- prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations
- forecast economic, political, or social trends
- supervise trainees
- instruct tertiary students in social sciences or humanities disciplines
- conduct research on social issues
- advise others on matters of public policy
- explain regulations, policies, or procedures
- present information to the public
- advise others on business or operational matters
Investigative
Organised
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
Interest quiz,
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Do the Interest quiz to find out how well your interests fit with this job.
Do the quizYou need a qualification to become an economist and experience may be useful.
You may need
- a Master of Economics
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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