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How to Find and Avoid Predatory Publishers
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title: How to Find and Avoid Predatory Publishers
description: Predatory publishers have been known to be a problem in academia for some time, but this new investigation sheds light on just how many of these dubious companies exist and the extent to which they are promoting junk science and extracting money from unsuspecting researchers. Open access publishing – that is, a system whereby authors pay a fee to a journal to make their research publicly available for anyone to read, for free – has become more and more common in the last years. There are advantages to such an open access system for researchers, students and the public. However, there are also potential problems in the publication process which are magnified by open access. While there are many well-respected open access journals (like PLoS One, for example), some open access journals are damaging to authors and to the publishing system and should be avoided. Download the Conference Monkey Directory - 6 Month Conference List What are predatory publishers? Unfortunately, with the rise of open access publishing, there has also been a rise in exploitative low-quality journals which charge large fees to authors to publish their work but do not provide a rigorous review and publication process. Known as predatory publishers, these organisations accept almost any paper that is submitted to them, but do not provide adequate editorial oversight to ensure that the information presented is accurate and peer-reviewed. They also commonly hide the fact that they will be charging fees until after a paper is accepted, at which point the author is confronted with a large cost demand. Therefore, publications in these predatory journals are not respected, and authors can end up paying thousands of Euros for a worthless publication. Given the intense pressure on researchers to publish their work regularly for career advancement, it is important to be able to identify these predatory journals so that they cannot exploit newer early-career researchers or researchers from developing count…
disambiguating description: A recent investigation by British newspaper The Guardian and several German publishers has highlighted the vast number of “predatory publishers” who are operating in academia and are publishing fake science for profit. These publishers invite researchers to publish their work in a journal and then charge exorbitant fees.
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Why start an economics blog?
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title: Why start an economics blog?
description: We brought in the experts To answer these questions, and better elucidate the realities of blog writing we thought it best to turn to the experts - eight of them to be exact. As a group, they are among the best-respected economists around, blogging to large and loyal audiences in their respective fields. Each was asked to share their experience of cyberspace, and to pontificate on the perks of publicising one’s personal musings on the web - they had much to say. For other articles on economics, studying and finding jobs... ➲ Download the 2019 Handbook now! A crisis as motivation For all our participants, blogging was an activity that was added to an already tightly packed schedule, begging the immediate question: what was your motivation to begin? In response, a number referenced the 2008 financial crisis and ensuing recession as their starting point. As Antonio Fatas explained, the rupture brought economic matters to the forefront of public consciousness, and prompted people, often with no prior economic interest to query ‘why is this happening?’ and, ‘which policies could we implement to alleviate the situation?’ Fatas believed that a discussion of this kind – public, charged and highly fluid - demanded the ‘transparency and accessibility’ that only blogging could afford - the blogosphere, it could be said, was beckoning. Author/Economist Leigh Caldwell was similarly enticed, seeking a public space to deliberate such questions, approaching them, as is his wont, with a psychological perspective. For him too, blogging was the answer. This desire, to serve and engage with the public, was a rather common motivational theme. John H. Cochrane, for instance, was driven by a growing frustration at the ‘bloody idiots’ behind the poorly researched morning op-eds and inaccurate nightly news stories he saw proliferating. To counteract this - and bring about some personal catharsis - he used blogging ‘to bring economic common sense to policy issues’. John, we thank you for tha…
disambiguating description: It is well known that blogging can be a useful, if not essential, tool for expanding networks, creating academic dialogue, and generally fomenting ideas. Alas, as wonderful as this may sound, like always, it is not always quite that easy. It also requires time, which tends to be tight; energy, at times lacking, and dedication. With this in mind, we wanted clarity; in practice, how can blogging benefit one’s work? And, what role can it play in the career development of an aspiring, young economist?
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How To Make The Most of Your Conference Trip
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title: How To Make The Most of Your Conference Trip
description: If you're looking for a conference to attend in the near future, check out our conference listings on ConferenceMonkey. Preparation for you conference One of the best way that you can make the most of your conference trip is by putting in some preparation before you go. The week for the conference, find some time to check the organiser's website, which should have a list of the keynote speakers, other speakers, and maybe even an advance timetable of presentations. You can look through notes or the program and highlight talks which are of interest to you, and find the names of people in your field who will be attending and who you wish to get in contact with. If you see any names of people who you know and would like to connect with, drop them an email inviting them to get coffee or dinner with you during the conference. This way you'll have some knowledge of which talks you can't miss, which topics are likely to be discussed in question times, and who to look out for while you're there. Finally, don't forget to pack comfortable and practical but smart clothing and shoes. If you need some advice on what to wear to your conference, check out our Insights into what men should wear at an academic conference and what women should wear at an academic conference. On your arrival at the conference Once you arrive, take a few minutes to walk around the conference area, taking note of the different lecture venues and other locations. This way you won't be getting lost while you're in a rush to get to an important talk! Make sure that you get hold of a map of the area, and mark both the conference location and your hotel on it. Also have a look at the transpiration options to and from the conference location, and check out the local area immediately around the conference centre. Finding a cafe nearby with wifi will give you somewhere to escape to for breaks or if you need to send some work emails. It can be a great idea to utilise the conference's social media presence both be…
disambiguating description: Attending a conference can be a fun and exciting chance to visit a new place, to connect with peers and senior figures, and to learn about the latest development in your field. But it can also feel overwhelming to have a lot of events packed into a few days. Today we're sharing tips on how to make the most of your conference experience.
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Should I Do a PhD?
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title: Should I Do a PhD?
description: If you're currently mulling over whether to do a PhD, check out our PhD listings to find the right course for you. Do you want to go into academia? The main reason that most people start a PhD is so that they can begin a career in academia. However, doing a PhD and working in academia is very different from studying from an undergraduate or master's degree. You will need to be much more self directed and self motivated, and you will be more independent in your work, but it is hard to know if this environment will suit you until you try it. A good frame of reference for PhD work is the project that you perform as part of your master's or the final year of your bachelor's degree. Did you enjoy coming up with a concept and finding a way to test or explore that concept in a thesis? If yes, then you may be suited to a PhD. Be realistic about job prospects Many people growing up today have heard all their life that they have to have a good education to get a good job. And though this may be true, a high level of education is in no way a guarantee that a highly paid job will follow. Some subjects are better than others in terms of job outlook: subjects like hard sciences or computer science often lead to fulfilling jobs even if these positions are not necessarily within academia. But other subjects like the arts and humanities produce many more PhD graduates than there are jobs, leading to extremely stiff competition and many unemployed or underemployed graduates. This doesn't mean that doing a PhD is necessarily a bad idea – many students find doing a PhD to be deeply personally rewarding and the most exciting educational experience of their lives – but it does mean that you shouldn't do a PhD because you think you'll get a better job at the end. In most cases, if you want a particular job then you're better off gaining work experience than studying for an extended postgraduate degree. Where will funding for your PhD come from? One aspect of doing a PhD that is not always…
disambiguating description: Here's a big question that's on the mind of many master's and undergraduate students: should I do a PhD? The idea of dedicating three years or more of your life to original research is both exciting and terrifying, and the experience can be either exhilarating or harrowing, or usually a mix of both. Today we'll take a look at some of the issues to consider when you are thinking about applying for a PhD program.
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Effective Ways Economists Can Build a Personal Brand
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title: Effective Ways Economists Can Build a Personal Brand
description: To find a range of other insights like this, click the button below to download the latest INOMICS handbook. ➲ Download the Handbook now! Use social media You probably already have an account on Twitter, Facebook, and so on. So take some time to review your profiles, set your privacy settings in a way you’re comfortable with, and put some information about yourself and your research on each platform. Also, don’t forget to make use of academic social networks like Google Scholar and academia.edu to network with other researchers. Set up a website You need some kind of web presence which links to all of your social media sites and has information about you and your publications. If you’re not very technical, don’t worry, you can still set up a simple website. It needn’t be anything fancy – just a set of links in a plain colour scheme is fine. If you like to write regularly, you can also set up a blog as a great way to connect directly with your audience. Be consistent across platforms Part of branding is keeping a consistent picture of yourself even on different platforms. You can have some variation – for example, Twitter is a much more casual environment than LinkedIn – but try to keep a similar message on all sites. Identify your key research interests and the topics which you discuss the most, and focus on these in all of your profiles. Give talks, including outside of academia Branding isn’t just something that you do online. You can also build people’s awareness of you and your work by giving talks or lectures. If you’re just starting out in your career, try to accept every invitation you receive to give a talk and work on your public speaking skills to give the best impression. Remember that talking to the public is important too, so if you are invited to speak at a public event then adjust the content of your talk accordingly and be welcoming to members of the public. Attend conferences and network there The best way to build up your brand is to build up your …
disambiguating description: Building a brand used to be just for companies and universities – but now a personal brand is something that every student and academic needs to work on. While many academics are hesitant to brand themselves too actively, you should remember that not working on your brand is in itself a kind of branding, and not a positive one. So you’re going to have to spend some time building your personal profile as a researcher – but there are some tips that can help to make this process smoother and more efficient. Here are effective ways economists can build a personal brand.
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How To Prepare For Your Post-Doc Interview
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title: How To Prepare For Your Post-Doc Interview
description: 1. Prepare an outline of your current research project One of the biggest questions you will need to answer in your interview is to explain your current research project, or the project you are planning on starting very soon. First off, you should be able to explain the essential principals of your project in just a few sentences, covering the research question you want to answer, the methodology you will use, and what results might mean. Then you should be able to talk about these topics more in depth, and also to explain how your prior experience makes you well suited to performing the project. Talk about what input you are hoping to get on the project from other group members and how the results will contribute to the field. 2. Gather references from your PhD supervisor and others As part of the interview process, you will need to share references or letters of recommendation from your PhD supervisor. If you have a mentor in the field or you have a good relationship with a senior professor, you can also ask them to provide you with a recommendation letter. Typically, you will either be asked to provide letters of recommendation in advance of the interview, or you will be asked for the contact details for your references and your interviewers will contact them and ask for information about you. You should reach out to your references and ask them if they will talk on your behalf, and make sure to bring their contact details with you to the interview. 3. Research the university, department, and PIs you are interviewing with It's important for any interview that you know a bit about the institution and people that you will be interviewed by. You should know the names of your interviewers in advance, or at the very least you should know one of the interviewers. Use this information to learn about the work being done by the interviewers, and also learn about the research interests of the department and the university. If you can explain why you want to do a postdoc wi…
disambiguating description: When you are applying for a postdoc position, as part of the process you'll need to have an interview with the PI of the group you are applying to work with and others in the department. Here are some steps you should take to prepare for this interview.
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The INOMICS Questionnaire: Fratzscher v Cochrane
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title: The INOMICS Questionnaire: Fratzscher v Cochrane
description: What unfolded proved illuminating, often personal, and frequently amusing, the dialogue shedding light on the inner workings of the enigma that is the ‘economist’s mind’. Ranging from the trivial to the truly insightful, the following is an essential read for anyone even vaguely interested in the field of economics. Put the kettle on, pull up your favourite chair and enjoy. To find a range of other economics insights, click the button below to download the latest INOMICS handbook. ➲ Download the Handbook now! Marcel Fratzscher: What is your favourite place on earth? John H. Cochrane: I love lots of places. But if I have to choose one, Florence, which combines beauty, history, and for me a bit of nostalgia. What alternative occupation would you want to have if you had a free choice? I have a free choice! Perhaps you mean the chance to make alternative human capital investments? Given my talents, and my many limitations - there are lots of things I’m no good at, and I know to avoid tasks that require them - I have to say I’ve pretty much maximized. I started in aeronautical engineering and then physics, and designing gliders or being a physicist still has a romantic appeal. But I know it wouldn’t have turned out as well as this has. What is the virtue you appreciate the most? Intellectual honesty and ethics. And these are the virtues that when absent in our profession bug me the most. Your all-time favourite figure in economics? Too many to name. Bob Lucas, Gene Fama, Lars Hansen have been huge influences and I admire them a lot. Your # 1 economics blog? Grumpy Economist! Seriously, I read Marginal Revolution most, and follow its links. Your ideal student? Smart, self-directed, thinks big but achievable, takes what is useful in my feedback and ignores the rest. What should be done to address a gender bias in research in economics? That is a big and important question that I can’t fully answer in a little questionnaire. I don’t think the question as stated is correct -…
disambiguating description: Esteemed economist, blogger and friend of INOMICS, John H. Cochrane, kindly took time out of his busy schedule to take part in our Handbook questionnaire. However, this was no regular questionnaire, far from it. At its helm, assuming the role of quizmaster was none other than Mr Marcel Fratzscher: president of the DIW Berlin, and one of Germany’s leading voices in macroeconomics. Such is the reputation of these heavyweights we dubbed the encounter ‘Fratzscher v Cochrane’ – our personal nod to the pair’s professional standing.
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What to Do When Your Paper Gets Rejected From a Journal
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title: What to Do When Your Paper Gets Rejected From a Journal
description: Consider the feedback When your paper gets rejected, you'll usually receive feedback on why. Typically, you will either get a rejection from an editor, explaining why the paper is not appropriate for the journal that you submitted to. Or, your paper will be sent to one or more peer reviewers who will read over your paper and offer comments to the editor. The reviewers can recommend that an editor rejects the paper if they do not feel that it is up to standard or if it needs more work. In either case, you'll likely get feedback from the editor or from reviewers on exactly why they are rejecting the paper. Some of the most common reasons for a paper to be rejected are that the topic is not suited to the journal that you have submitted to, that the paper does not add to the existing body of knowledge in your field, or that your methods or data analysis techniques are not appropriate to give reliable information about the topic at hand. Whatever the reasons, make sure that you read the feedback in depth and reflect on it. Even if you don't agree with the feedback, it's still important to understand why someone else might have thought that. Once you are clear on what the issue with your paper is, you can start working on making it better. <11an>limit:2;categories:Professor;disciplines:General Economics (JEL A)</11an> See if you can submit again Some journals will allow you to submit your paper again after it has been rejected, as long as you have made substantive changes to it. Other journals discourage resubmission after rejection, on the basis that the editor or reviewers have already seen enough of your work to judge whether it will be an appropriate paper for the journal in questions. Check on the website of the journal or look in the letter you received from the editor to see whether resubmission is possible. If it is possible to resubmit to the same journal, you need only make corrections to the issues raised in your feedback, then you can try submitting again. Or …
disambiguating description: Once you've submitted your paper to a journal, you have to wait to hear a response. Sometimes, your paper will be rejected. If that happens, what should you do next?
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How to Write a Cover Letter For Your Journal Submission
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title: How to Write a Cover Letter For Your Journal Submission
description: Use standard business language and formatting The tone and layout of your cover letter should be in standard business style. So that means that the language you use should be fairly formal, and you should address the editor by their full name and title. Do not use contractions or slang in your cover letter, and do not share personal information about yourself. Instead, focus on presenting the paper as you might present it to a conference. It aids in readability to use short paragraphs, so make sure that each paragraph is only a few sentences long. Use the standard business letter layout of the editor's name and address at the top, followed by your name and address, and sign the bottom of the letter. Tailor the cover letter to the journal Remember that just like how you need to tailor your cover letter to the company when you apply for a job, you also need to tailor your cover letter to the journal when you submit a paper. The cover letter should describe specifically how your paper will add to not only the knowledge of the field, but also to the knowledge of the journal's specific audience. For example, if you are applying to a journal with a clinical focus or one which is read by many clinicians, then you should include information in your cover letter about how your paper could affect clinical practice. You may also choose to reference other important papers in your topic which have been published in the journal you are applying to. If an upcoming issue of the journal that you are submitting to has a theme that your paper fits into, definitely mention this as this will increase the chances of your paper being accepted. <11an>limit:2;categories:jobs|courses|conferences|Professor;disciplines:General Economics (JEL A)</11an> Describe your research in non-expert terms Remember that the editor who will read your cover letter will likely have expertise in your general field, but may not have a lot of knowledge of your specific subtopic. For this reason, you should avoid…
disambiguating description: When you submit your paper to a journal, as well as the paper itself you will need to include a cover letter. This cover letter is addressed to the editor of the journal and acts as a guide to the contents of your paper. In many ways, the cover letter can be as important as the paper itself in terms of getting accepted to a journal. So you should take your time with your cover letter and make it as good as possible. Here are tips on polishing your cover letter for a journal submission.
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Top Career Paths: Public Economics and Economic Policy
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title: Top Career Paths: Public Economics and Economic Policy
description: Economist for a governmental advisory organisation As part of a governmental advisory body, you can use your knowledge of economic policy to help the state in its economic planning and execution. Government projects typically involve working in large, interdisciplinary teams, and are often long-term, lasting years or more. For this reason, this kind of work is suited to people who are patient and able to grapple with complexity. If you derive satisfaction from getting things done, then this might be frustrating for you because of the long timescales involved. You'll also need solid communication skills to work alongside the other members of your team, whose expertise may be in a different area of economics or in another discipline altogether. Policy advisor to a state representative Similar to working for an advisory body, representatives such as members of parliament also need advising on economic policies. In Britain, for example, MPs are advised by the Civil Service. These jobs are hard to get and require you to work your way up through the ranks, but they have excellent stability and good benefits, so they are suited to someone who is looking for a long-term career and doesn't want to change jobs every few years. <11an>limit:2;categories:jobs|courses|conferences|Professor;disciplines:Public Economics & Economic Policy (JEL H)|General Economics (JEL A)</11an> Consultant Outside of the civil service, plenty of state representatives will need advice on economic policy too. You could work as a consultant, consulting for decision makers such as city counsellors. This kind of work can be very rewarding as, unlike national policy, local policies can be put into place more quickly, and you can see the direct outcome of your work on a community. This kind of work requires the ability to explain complex economic systems and possible policy outcomes in a way which makes sense to non-economists. Work for a think tank e.g. Economic Policy Institute Think tanks promote approa…
disambiguating description: If you're doing a degree in economics with a specialisation in public economics or economic policy, you might be thinking about what career you would eventually like to pursue. Here below are some of the top careers paths for graduates in this area. For a comprehensive list of available jobs check our jobs section.
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Top Career Paths: Labour and Demographic Economics
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title: Top Career Paths: Labour and Demographic Economics
description: Working for a labour union With your knowledge about labour issues, as an economist, you can be a great boon to a labour union. You might work for a union directly as a researcher, or you might work for a company which supports unions by providing them with consultants or information. As more and more people go into work which is outside the traditional labour structure – think of all the people who work part-time or for the gig economy of Uber, Airbnb, and so on – labour rights are as important as ever. If you feel strongly that you would like to use your education to do go in the world and to help secure better pay and conditions for workers, then working with a union is one of the best ways to do this. Naturally, working for a union has some downsides. It is a highly political environment, and labour rights are the sort of issue on which everyone has an opinion which is often held very strongly. Some companies and even some governments are strongly anti-union and may use intimidation, threats, or even force against union members. You'll have to be ready for lots of politics and debates, and decision-making which can be very slow. You could look for work with a union such as the National Union of Teachers (https://www.teachers.org.uk/), the Teamsters (https://teamster.org/), or the American Nurses Association (http://www.nursingworld.org/). Working in public health A field to consider if your background is in demographic economics is public health. Public health initiatives, such as promoting healthy eating or discouraging people from smoking, require a large amount of research and support to bring into practice. If you have experience working with large datasets and an understanding of how different demographics affect people's behaviour and how to reach them, then you could try working in public health. In a public health role, you would likely be working for the government, which has the advantage of excellent job stability and good benefits. If you are looking…
disambiguating description: Are you a labour or demographic economist wondering about the career options which are open to you? Then you should consider these jobs.
date posted: 2018-05-11T11:19:07Z
date modified: 2026-07-08T13:50:00Z
employment type: onsite
language: en
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How to Combine Attending a Conference with Travel
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title: How to Combine Attending a Conference with Travel
description: Conferences are held all over the world, but most often in large cities with good transport links that are well-known destinations. This makes going to a conference a fun way to travel! Conferences frequently take place in desirable locations which gives you a great excuse to get in some tourist activities or explore the local area while you're networking. Here are some tips on how to combine attending a conference with travelling. Add a holiday in the area before or after the conference<o:p></o:p> If you're going to be travelling a long way to a conference – especially if you're having your travel costs covered by your institution – then you might as well take full advantage of the situation and spend some holiday time in the area while you're there. You can arrive at the conference location a few days or a week early and spend your time vacationing before the conference. Or better yet, stay for a while after the conference so you have time to relax and unwind and you're aren't stressing out about the upcoming work you'll have to do. If you're getting your conference trip funded through work, then usually universities or research institutions are fine with you extending your stay for a few days as long as the flights aren't more expensive and you pay for the extra days in the hotel. <o:p></o:p><11an>limit:3;categories:Conferences;disciplines:Economics</11an><o:p></o:p> Meet up with friends or family<o:p></o:p> While you're away, if you know anyone who lives nearby to the conference location then this is a great chance to see them. If you're taking a long trip – for example, going from Europe to the US for a conference – then you have the perfect chance to visit people you know while you're in the US. You can arrange to meet up with friends or family in the evening after the conference, so you can get dinner together or they can show you around. Just remember that sometimes the social events of a conference which are held in a more informal setting in the evening ca…
disambiguating description: One of the most fun parts about attending an academic conference – as well as all of the important research you'll hear about, of course – is having the opportunity to visit a new place.
date posted: 2018-05-11T12:06:25Z
date modified: 2026-07-08T13:49:27Z
language: en
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Top Career Paths: Industrial Organisation
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title: Top Career Paths: Industrial Organisation
description: Personnel Analyst Personnel analyst is a role within Human Resources which seeks to improve the placement and management of employees through tasks such as setting compensation rates, updating company policies and rules, enforcing equal opportunity employment laws, and mediating the relationship between employees and management. This role involves both administrative elements, which require a high level of organisation and the ability to prioritise and manage tasks, and personnel elements, which require strong interpersonal skills including empathy and active listening. With a background in industrial organisation, you'll have both qualitative and quantitative skills which can be beneficial to a personnel analyst role, such as writing reports, creating graphs of data, and presenting these reports to other members of HR and management. Organisational Consultant If you are more of an abstract thinker than a highly organised administrator, then you might enjoy working as an organisational consultant. This role involves going to work with a company for a short or medium term, and advising them on their organisational and personnel issues. This might include things like restructuring the compensation or benefits packages, changing the way that recruitment is done, or changing the organisational hierarchy to give employees as much support as possible. Working as a consultant can be very rewarding if you enjoy fresh challenges and you like to find a new problem to solve regularly. However, some people will find this work isolating as you will not be permanently based in any location and you have to get to know new people every time you move to a new organisation. If you're outgoing and a problem solver, then your knowledge of data analysis and psychology from your study of industrial organisation can make you an excellent organisational consultant. <11an>limit:2;categories:jobs|courses|Professor|conferences;disciplines:Industrial Organization (JEL L)</11an> Training and pr…
disambiguating description: If you are working on a degree in the field of industrial organisation, then you might be wondering what career paths are open to you in the future. Here are some of the top career options:
date posted: 2018-05-02T10:52:46Z
date modified: 2026-07-08T13:52:39Z
employment type: onsite
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Top Career Paths: Health Economics
type: Article
title: Top Career Paths: Health Economics
description: Work for the government One of the biggest employers of health economists is the government. Especially in countries which have centralised healthcare, like the UK or Portugal, a great deal of planning and administration is required to operate a healthcare system. Issues like finding the balance between making procedures widely available and cost-effective require careful management and an economics-based outlook. Other types of work done by health economists employed by the government include researching policies in the area of occupational health or health and safety or the assessment of applications for medical benefits or other support programs. Work for an international agency Another possibility for health economists is to work for an international agency such as the World Health Organization, the World Bank, or UNICEF. These agencies both research and manage healthcare programs in the developing world and in other under-served communities. This can involve assessing the healthcare needs of a community, proposing systemic changes to improve the healthcare experience, or training and supporting healthcare providers. It could also involve working with the pharmaceutical industry in order to provide the drugs and treatments that are required in an economically feasible and scalable manner. <11an>limit:2;categories:jobs|courses|conferences|Professor;disciplines:Health, Education, and Welfare (JEL I)</11an> Work in consultancy There are many more organisations besides the government and various international agencies which require insights into healthcare. You could find work as a consultant in the healthcare field, for example in advising a medium size company on how they should institute and manage their health insurance benefits for employees. Consultancy work can be highly demanding, as you are dropped into a new environment and must not only get to know an organisation quickly but also suggest ways that their health care issues can be improved. If you are a pr…
disambiguating description: Are you studying health economics, or thinking about studying it at university? If so, you might want to know what career options you could pursue your health economics degree. Recently we've been sharing a series of articles on top career paths for various specialisations within economics, and today we're looking at health. Read on for more information about where you could work with a degree in health economics.
date posted: 2018-04-30T10:40:58Z
date modified: 2026-07-08T13:53:58Z
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Top Career Paths: Economic Law
type: Article
title: Top Career Paths: Economic Law
description: Government legal service An obvious job path for someone with a background in economic law is working for a government legal service. Lawyers in the legal service work purely for the government, supporting officials in the creation, interpretation, and enforcement of laws and policies. This kind of work can be immensely rewarding as it makes a real practical difference to the operation of the government and hence to the lives of regular people. Like most government jobs, working in the legal service is not exceptionally well paid. However, the plus side of such a job is its long-term stability, with the potential to work your entire career in the civil service. Benefits such as vacation days and sick pay are generally good too. One thing to remember is that legal service work requires you to advise and work on policies that you may not personally agree with, so this kind of work is suited to someone who can be impartial and work with those of different political beliefs from themselves. Legal advisor to NGO or company Rather than working for the government, you could also work as a legal advisor for an NGO or a private company. In order to succeed in this kind of role, you need to be able to explain complex legal issues to non-experts, so it's suited to someone with excellent communication skills who doesn't use too much legalese. If you have strong convictions about social or moral issues, you might enjoy working for an NGO. However, remember that work for an NGO tends to involve long hours and not much in the way of benefits. On the other hand, if you like a fast-paced atmosphere, then working in a large company can be exciting and invigorating, and is usually well paid for legal services. <11an>limit:2;categories:jobs|courses|conferences|Professor;disciplines:Law and Economics (JEL K)</11an> Compliance A specific role within a company that is suited to someone with a background in economic law is compliance. This refers to the job of staying abreast of the latest…
disambiguating description: Continuing our series of posts on top career paths for economists, today we're looking at possible careers for those who want to work in economic law.
date posted: 2018-04-17T11:24:18Z
date modified: 2026-07-08T13:54:36Z
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Top Career Paths: Econometrics
type: Article
title: Top Career Paths: Econometrics
description: Compliance or regulatory affairs If you have strong attention to detail and a desire to reform businesses for the sake of the public good, then you might be interested in working in compliance or regulatory affairs. These two related fields seek to help companies conform to the rules and regulations which are set down by the government, to make their business as sustainable and safe as possible. Compliance generally refers to fields like finance or the environment, whereas regulatory affairs refer more to public health-related fields like pharmaceuticals or medicine. This work is suited to someone who is patient and can look at complicated regulations and convey what policies a business needs to put in place to meet them. <11an>limit:2;categories:jobs|courses|conferences|Professor;disciplines:Econometrics, Statistics and Quantitative Methods (JEL C)</11an> Teaching economics If your favourite part of studying econometrics has been presenting to the class or taking part in class discussions, then you might consider working as an economics teacher. You could be a university lecturer on an economics course, or even teach secondary school children about the basics of economics. There is also important work to be done in teaching financial literacy skills to children and adults, to help ordinary people to deal with issues like paying their taxes, saving for their retirement, or understanding mortgages. These jobs are usually not well paid but can bring with them a strong sense of satisfaction as you get to pass on your knowledge to people who need it and to spread interest in your field. Auditing Similar to an accountant, an auditor prepares and checks financial records, usually for large businesses. This work is suited to people who have been trained as economists, as it requires skills such as high numeracy, understanding complex financial regulations, analysis, and the ability to work through a large project without becoming overwhelmed. This job is paid reasonably we…
disambiguating description: Are you studying economics, and wondering what career options are open to you? We're doing a series of articles on career paths for various specialisations in economics, and today we're looking at econometrics. With a degree in econometrics, you could of course go and work in the finance industry or for the government. But there are other options you might not have considered:
date posted: 2018-04-12T09:58:01Z
date modified: 2026-07-08T13:55:26Z
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Top Career Paths: Economic History
type: Article
title: Top Career Paths: Economic History
description: <11an>limit:2;categories:jobs|courses|conferences;disciplines:Economic History (JEL N) </11an> Academia One of the most obvious career paths for someone with a background in economic history is academia. Working within a university or research institution gives the opportunity to work with both history and economics departments and to glean knowledge and skills from both. Plus, it is the area in which funding for history-focused projects is most likely to be awarded. If you are most interested in the conceptual and theoretical issues related to economics and history, then a career in academia will allow you to explore these interests. The biggest advantage of a career in academia is the independence that you are given, being able to create your own research project and to use the methods or techniques which seem most appropriate to you. You need to be a creative thinker and to be capable of working independently to succeed in academia, but the potential intellectual rewards are very hight. Unfortunately, job stability in academia is poor and the pay is not particularly good, so be prepared for doing many job interviews and taking some months or even years to find a job. Teaching If you like the idea of academia but you aren't sure about the tenuous career prospects and the difficulty in securing funding, then you might consider teaching instead. Teaching at a high school can be extremely rewarding, as you get to inspire and influence young people and pass on your passion for your subject. With a background in economic history, you can teach economics, history, or social sciences. Teaching requires patience and organisation, with the ability to corral a boisterous or noisy class being an essential skill. You may need to undertake some kind of teaching training course after your degree in order to qualify as a teacher. The good news is that these training courses are often subsidised by the government, and teaching jobs tend to be stable and good for long-term prospec…
disambiguating description: For this week's top career paths article, we're looking at the potential careers which are open to those who have studied economic history.
date posted: 2018-04-10T10:35:25Z
date modified: 2026-07-08T13:56:00Z
employment type: onsite
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Top Career Paths: Development Economics
type: Article
title: Top Career Paths: Development Economics
description: Browse our job listings for economics opportunities Working for a charity or NGO For those who feel a strong drive to make the world better and to help others, working for a charity or NGO can be a natural fit. If you have knowledge of economics and skills such as quantitative analysis and statistics, then you can do important and helpful work for these organisations. Typically, people who work for NGOs or charities are very driven, so it is likely that your co-workers will share your values and your passion. However, the workflow of an NGO or charity can sometimes be rather chaotic, as there is less of an emphasis on productivity than there is when working for a business. This means that the work is well suited to people who can roll with changes and who are flexible and able to apply their skills to many different types of tasks but is less suited to people who like their work-place to be highly organised and efficient. Remember, because so many people want to work for NGOs, opportunities can be limited. It may be necessary for you to work on a voluntary basis or to do one or more internships to get the experience you need. In this case, it can be helpful to start volunteering while you are still studying, as you have your living expenses already covered. It is much harder to do voluntary work when you already have a full-time job! However, don't let yourself be taken advantage of: an internship should teach you useful skills that will be relevant to your chosen field, and it should generally only be for a short time, say three to six months. Consider carefully whether you will be able to afford to take on a voluntary or internship position and how long you can support yourself for before you need to find paid work. You could look for work at an organisation like War on Want, an anti-poverty charity, Action Aid, an NGO focused on global injustices, or Foundation for European Economic Development, a charity promoting research and projects in development. Work for a…
disambiguating description: Development economics is the branch of economics focused on understanding and promoting the development of low-income countries through economic growth and structural change. If you've been studying economics, you may have had the chance to specialise in development economics, or you may be thinking about doing so in the future. In the case, what career options are available in development economics, and what kind of skills do you need to get a job in this field? That's the question we're answering today, by showing you some of the top career paths in development economics.
date posted: 2018-04-05T11:35:03Z
date modified: 2026-07-08T13:56:33Z
language: en
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Top Career Paths: Business Economics
type: Article
title: Top Career Paths: Business Economics
description: 1. Financial Analyst One of the most obvious career paths for someone with a background in business economics is to work as a financial analyst. Either for internal or external clients, a financial analyst uses data-driven approaches to predict what business or financial decisions will benefit the client in the long run. If you are a person with a broad understanding of both economics and business, you will perform well in this role. Quantitative skills including statistics and modeling expertise are helpful to set you apart from the crowd and to allow you to make more informed recommendations. Pay for this type of role will vary depending on the context, with small businesses typically paying a more modest salary and large financial institutions paying very high salaries to their top analysts. See the latest Financial Analyst Jobs 2. Market Research Analyst Market research is an essential step for a company to grow, investigating the needs and desires of consumers before a product or service is created, and then discovering how customers or users of the product react to it after it has been launched. Typical market research involves putting together questionnaires to be conducted over the phone or online, examining people's preferences, and then analysing this data. It may also involve organising in-person focus groups to collect more in-depth feedback from members of the public and/or potential customers. With a background in business economics, you'll have both the marketing vision and the data analysis skills to succeed in a market research analyst role. See the latest Market Research Analyst Jobs 3. Business Analyst If you enjoy both working with quantitative data and analysing complex systems, then you could consider working as a business analyst. This role involves assessing and optimising systems such as the processes and methods used by a company and finding ways to make those systems more efficient or productive. This work involves a lot of strategic plann…
disambiguating description: A business degree can be a great investment with fantastic future career options. When supported with a solid understanding of economics, in the job market you'll find that you are an attractive candidate to a whole host of different employers. However, if you're thinking about taking a business economics degree, or are just about to graduate, you might wonder what exact career options are open to you. Here are five of the top career paths.
date posted: 2018-04-04T09:32:34Z
date modified: 2026-07-08T13:57:04Z
language: en
keywords: careers
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Top Career Paths: Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics
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title: Top Career Paths: Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics
description: For this reason, we've been looking at the top career paths for various economics specializations, and today we're talking about agricultural and natural resource economics. What are agricultural economics and natural resource economics? These two related fields are focused on the application of economic theories to optimize the use of resources and the production of food and other crops. Natural resource economics is focused on managing resources such as food, water, air, minerals, and the environment as a whole, and often emphasizes the importance of sustainability. Agricultural economics looks in particular at land usage, food distribution networks, and maximizing crop yields. <11an>limit:2;categories:jobs|courses|conferences;disciplines:Agricultural and Environmental Economics (JEL Q)</11an> Career path # 1: government or government-related agencies One large employer in this area is the government or one of the various government-related agencies. All of their citizens, or one of them on an international basis, on an uninterrupted food supply. Thus the agencies which oversee the distribution of food and other resources are in need of trained economists to work in this area. Working for the government has the advantage that it is a secure, reliable job that you can usually stay in for life if you want. Although payment is less good than it is in the private sector, the public sector generally has better benefits such as more holiday time and good health care. This work is suited to someone who is organised and capable of keeping track of the many different policies and programs that are being run at any one time. You could find a career with an organisation like the Environmental Protection Agency, the National Wildlife Federation, or the National Marine Fisheries Service, in the USA, or their equivalent within your own country. Career path #2: Agribusiness Another big employer in this field is agribusiness corporations: large companies who process, distribute, …
disambiguating description: If you're studying economics, there are all sorts of specialities that you could look into. When you're thinking about what you should like to take care of, you should look at your specialization.
date posted: 2018-03-28T12:22:21Z
date modified: 2026-07-08T13:57:49Z
employment type: onsite
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