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Economists

Government and Public Administration

  • Average Salary

    RM3095 - RM 5215

  • Career Trends

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  • Compability

What is Economists?

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.

Minimum education level

 

PT3

SPM

STPM

Diploma

Degree

Average Salary

RM3095 - RM 5215

Example of a Job Position

Economic Analysis Director
Economic Analyst
Economic Consultant
Economist
Forensic Economist
Health Researcher
Professor
Professor of Economics
Project Economist
Research Analyst

Task

? Teach theories, principles, and methods of economics ? Study economic and statistical data in area of specialization, such as finance, labor, or agriculture ? Conduct research on economic issues and disseminate research findings through technical reports or scientific articles in journals ? Compile, analyze, and report data to explain economic phenomena and forecast market trends, applying mathematical models and statistical techniques ? Study the socioeconomic impacts of new public policies, such as proposed legislation, taxes, services, and regulations

Knowledge

Education and Training

Knowledge of principles and methods in designing curriculum, training, teaching, and instruction for individuals and groups, as well as measuring the effects of training.

Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

English

Knowledge of the structure and content of English, including the meaning and spelling of each word, composition rules, and grammar.

Economics and Accounting

Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, financial markets, banking, and financial data analysis and reports.

Skills

Talking

Talk to others to convey information effectively

Writing

Communicate effectively through writing that suits the needs of the audience

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to the problems handled

Capability

  • 1

    Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing

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