Careers in Economics
Economics can be applied towards nearly every topic and career field. Whether it is business, logisitics and analysis, politics, finances, consulting or even legal. Here are some numbers on careers that are obtainable with a degree in economics.
Careers in Economics
Field of Study Starting Salary (Bachelor's degrees) Chemical engineering $52,539 Computer engineering $51,297 Computer Science $49,036 Mechanical engineering $48,578 Industrial/manufacturing $46.036 engineering Information science $42,375 Civil engineering $42,056 Management information systems $41,579 Economics/finance $40,630 Nursing $38,920 Business administration $38,254 Marketing $34,712 Political science $32,296 English $31,113 History $30,344 Liberal arts (as a group) $30,212 Elementary education $30,059 Biological/life sciences $29,629 Psychology $28,230
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*Data as of 2004
Economics Jobs
Career Options Include:
Financial Advisor
Public Sector Economist
Financial Analyst
Manager of Business
Banking or Mortgage Officer
Labor and Industrial Relations
Lawyer or Paralegal
Private Consultment
Market Researcher
Educator
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