About the role
Economists analyze economic issues and phenomena at both the micro and macro level. They can work within the public sector, private companies, or research, and often a college education in economics is required. Their work is important for understanding economic processes and providing a basis for decision-making.Responsibilities
Economists evaluate economic data, create forecasts, and model economic scenarios. They analyze the effects of political decisions and provide advice to policymakers. Report writing and presentation of analyses are a central part of their job responsibilities.Skills and tools
Economists are proficient in statistical analysis tools such as SPSS or Stata and have strong skills in Excel. They must be skilled at interpreting data and have a strong understanding of economic theories. Communication and presentation skills are also important competencies. Common competencies demanded by employers are nationalekonomi, svenskt medborgarskap and programmering.