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Actuaries, economists and statisticians > Economist
Business and finance | Managerial | Science and research
Economists advise government departments, businesses, banks and other organisations about the economy.
You'll need a degree in economics or a related subject, like statistics, mathematics, business studies, finance and accounting. Some employers may prefer you to have a postgraduate master's degree in economics. Your university course should include both macro and microeconomics.
You'll usually need 2 or 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, including maths or economics. For postgraduate study, you'll need a degree in a relevant subject.
You'll usually need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A-Levels, or equivalent, for a Level 6 (degree) apprenticeship.
You'll need:
Your work will vary depending on whether you're advising government or the business sector. You could:
With experience, you could progress to senior levels or become a self-employed freelance consultant.
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