Economist

Economist

Economists research and analyse financial, labour and trade markets, and comment on economic events.

Also known as

Economic forecaster, social scientist, financial expert, economic analyst, financial analyst, research economist, economic market analyst

AUT programmes

Work environment

  • Usually work regular business hours
  • Usually work in offices
  • Need to be accurate, methodical and identify and solve problems

Typical tasks

  • Research financial, labour, and trade markets
  • Make predictions about money, politics and society trends
  • Share information
  • Advise people and businesses about policies and operations
  • Explain rules and regulations
  • Prepare scientific and technical reports and presentations
  • Supervise trainees
  • Teach social sciences students
  • Research social issues

Salary information

$55K-$263K
LowerMost commonUpper
$55K$81K-$170K$263K

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