Economic Analyst

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Analyses economic data and trends to help businesses, government or investors understand conditions, risks and likely outcomes. Explore current demand, important skills and estimated junior, mid-level and senior salaries, plus 3 linked programmes across 2 universities. Enter your subjects and marks to discover which linked programmes you may qualify for.

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Career overview

What does a Economic Analyst do?

Analyses economic data and trends to help businesses, government or investors understand conditions, risks and likely outcomes.

Demand level: High

Earning potential

Estimated annual salaries

JuniorR360 000 p.a.Mid-levelR600 000 p.a.SeniorR900 000 p.a.

Salary figures are estimates and may vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

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Skills linked to this career

Data analysis · EssentialEconomic analysis · EssentialForecasting · ImportantReport writing · ImportantResearch · Important

Study routes

Programmes linked to this career

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Bachelor of Business Science specialising in Economics — University of Cape Town

MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS AND ECONOMICS (WITH FINANCIAL ORIENTATION) — University of Johannesburg

MATHEMATICS AND ECONOMICS (WITH FINANCIAL ORIENTATION) — University of Johannesburg

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Bachelor of Business Science specialising in Economics →MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS AND ECONOMICS (WITH FINANCIAL ORIENTATION) →MATHEMATICS AND ECONOMICS (WITH FINANCIAL ORIENTATION) →

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University of Cape Town →University of Johannesburg →

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Frequently asked questions

What does a Economic Analyst do?

Analyses economic data and trends to help businesses, government or investors understand conditions, risks and likely outcomes.

What skills are important for this career?

Important skills include Data analysis, Economic analysis, Forecasting, Report writing, Research.

What salary can I expect?

VX provides junior, mid-level and senior annual salary estimates. Actual earnings vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

Which programmes can lead to this career?

3 linked programmes are currently available in the VX database. Use Course Match to see which ones fit your subjects and marks.