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Economists held around 13,000 jobs in 2004, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Economists research and analyze economics, or the way people choose to use their resources to produce goods and services. Economists work in diverse sectors, from finance to government to industry to academia. A degree in economics provides the knowledge and training to succeed in a variety of related fields. Unlike finance degree programs, which focus primarily on monetary resources, economics degree programs address more diverse resources, such as labor, land, machinery, and raw materials. Graduate degrees include many specialties within economics, including advanced economic theory, international economics, and labor economics.

Coursework towards an economics degree often includes:

Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Econometrics
History of economic thought
Mathematics and statistics

People with a bachelor's degree in economics often qualify for entry-level research assistant, administrative, and sales positions in government, research organizations, or consulting firms. Those who complete a master's degree in economics may qualify for research and administrative positions with more responsibility. Top economics positions often require a Ph.D. While no degree can guarantee a particular job or salary, job seekers with a background in economics are likely to have good opportunities, according to the BLS. Salaries for professionals in the field of economics average about $72,780.

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