Economics: Definition and Overview

Economics, by definition, is the study of wealth and resources. It can help us answer questions about everyday things like the price of bananas or jeans but also address big, global issues like inflation rates and wealth inequalities. Economics is …

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12+ Jobs for Economics Majors

Jobs for economics majors exist in practically every industry, from academia to financial services to technology. Studying economics is a great way to develop strong research and analysis skills vital for many of today’s best-paying and fastest-growing careers. 

Top Jobs …

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Business Analyst vs. Project Manager: What’s the Difference?

You may have decided your career path lies in business, but you aren’t sure exactly what you want to do. While you enjoy examining data and drawing conclusions, you also like following through and making sure certain projects are complete. …

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Law Firm Economics: Why Does It Matter to You?

Leverage, realization, risk, and accounting—each of these concepts plays a key role in both a law firm’s economics and your life as a young associate. Picture a horde of newly hatched baby sea turtles on a beach. Their mother is …

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Salary Data and Occupational Outcomes for Economics (Business / Managerial) Majors

67.3% of recent graduates in this major are employed full-time.

These are the top occupations for recent graduates in Economics (Business/Managerial):

Occupation
First Year Avg. Salary
Pct of Economics (Business/Managerial) grads in this occ

Accountants and Auditors
 $52,900
10.5%

Computer …

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