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Economists

SOC 19-3011.00

Conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to address economic problems related to the production and distribution of goods and services or monetary and fiscal policy. May collect and process economic and statistical data using sampling techniques and econometric methods.

Zone 5 Life, Physical, and Social Science

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Active Listening

4.0

Writing

4.0

Speaking

4.0

Mathematics

4.0

Critical Thinking

4.0

Reading Comprehension

3.9

Complex Problem Solving

3.9

Judgment and Decision Making

3.9

Knowledge Areas 8

Economics and Accounting

4.7

Mathematics

4.6

English Language

3.8

Computers and Electronics

3.1

Education and Training

3.1

Law and Government

2.9

Administration and Management

2.6

Sociology and Anthropology

2.5

Key Tasks

1Teach theories, principles, and methods of economics.

2Study economic and statistical data in area of specialization, such as finance, labor, or agriculture.

3Conduct research on economic issues and disseminate research findings through technical reports or scientific articles in journals.

4Compile, analyze, and report data to explain economic phenomena and forecast market trends, applying mathematical models and statistical techniques.

5Study the socioeconomic impacts of new public policies, such as proposed legislation, taxes, services, and regulations.

Also Known As

Agricultural Economist Business Economist Econometrician Economic Adviser Economic Analysis Director Economic Analyst Economic Consultant Economic Developer Economic Development Specialist Economic Research Analyst