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1. What types of economists are there? 2. What is common for different types of economists? 3. Where do business economists work? 4. Who hire government economists? 5. What is the qualification for an entry position in federal, state and local governments? 6. What is compulsory to teach economics at a college level?
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There are three categories of economists: business economists, government economists and academic economists. Each type of economist applies the economic approach to decision making in a different setting.
Business economists work in manufacturing, mining, transportation, communications, banking, insurance, retailing, investment and other types of organizations. They also work in trade associations and consulting organizations.
Government economists are hired by federal, state and local governments. They serve in a wide variety of positions involving analysis and policy making.
A bachelor’s degree in economics is a good qualification for an entry position. Higher positions are open when you obtain a graduate degree. There are jobs for labour, international development and population economists, as well as micro- and macroeconomists.
In order to teach at college level an economist has to have a Ph.D. in economics. Faculty members usually teach, conduct research and have administrative responsibilities. Many academic economists also consult businesses and government.
Non-profit sector needs the expertise of professional economists. Economists working for such groups are expected to analyze issues and to write about them in a simple way which can be understood both by an average citizen and by elected lawmakers and government bureaucrats responsible for making and implementing poli