Updated on Jan 21, 2025 05:43 IST

Economics career scope is quite vast in our globalized world. We live in an era where the world has become smaller. There is an opportunity for trade between countries. Economics has become a very important field of study to help expand the growth and opportunities in a country.

Students who choose to pursue a career in Economics can look forward to a promising and stable career with a lot of job options. Students can pursue a career as a financial analyst, investment banker, policy analyst, business strategist, etc. A college fresher with an Economics course can expect a salary of around INR 8–15 LPA. 

Students who complete the BA Economics course can choose to pursue higher education in MA Economics and Ph.D. in Economics. Most students choose to work in MNCs, universities, financial institutions, consultancies, etc. Some of the top recruiters after an Economics course are Cognizant Technology Solutions, McKinsey & Company, KPMG Boston Consulting Services, etc.

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Top Job Profiles for Economics Graduates

The Economics language is one of the most popular subjects across the world. Students can pursue so many jobs after completing an Economics course.

Government & Private Sector Jobs after Economics Courses

Students can get a job in both, the government as well as the private sectors after completing an Economics Course. Some of the top careers for economics graduate are listed below

Economics Job Profiles

Job Description

Average Salary

Investment Banker

Provides financial advice to corporates and helps them with acquisitions and mergers.

INR 16.7 LPA

Economist

Analyses and prepares reports for improving the financial situation of a business

INR 16.4 LPA

Actuary

Assess the present financial situation and plans for uncertain financial conditions.

INR 7.5 LPA

Financial Analyst

Creates financial models that could be beneficial for investors and assesses stocks and investments.

INR 5.9 LPA

Stockbroker

Enable the sale and purchase of stocks

INR 2.8 LPA

Note - The salaries given above have been taken from Ambitionbox.com.

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  • Green Growth: Sustainability is a growing concern across the globe. As most governments change their environmental policies, companies are forced to grow more sustainable in their outlook towards growth, but without the cost of hampering their advancement.
  • Technology and Advancement: The advancement in technology has made information accessible at the tip of the finger. This brings a large skill gap between the current workforce and the relevant skills required by companies to grow in an effective manner. 
  • Development of Smart Cities:  Smart cities are equipped with transportation, energy, health, utilities, and governance infrastructures. These cities are essential to enable the growth of the country along with the SEZs, as they boost trade practices and opportunities in society.

Economics Courses Scope in India: Jobs, Salary, and Further Education

There is a lot of scope for students who wish to pursue a career in Economics. Students can choose to work in the creative industry, in education as well as in the hospitality sector. There are many options for Economics freshers to choose from. Read on to find out more about Economics career scope and opportunities.

Core Industries for Economics Career

An Economics graduate can find themselves working in various industries. Students can take a look at some of the commonly chosen job industries for a career in the Economics sector.

Economics Core Industry

Average Salary

Government Organisations

INR 4 LPA

Financial Institutions

INR 4.5 LPA

Corporations

INR 3.5 LPA

Consultancies

INR 13 LPA

Universities and Colleges

INR 15.5 LPA

Note- This info is taken from various sources and may vary.

Economics Course Careers Top Recruiters

The top recruiting companies for students who have completed Economics courses include companies like:

Economics Courses Top Recruiters

Bain & Company

Boston Consulting Services

KPMG

McKinsey & Company

Deloitte Consulting Services

JP Morgan

EY-Parthenon

Morgan Stanley

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Courses after Economics

There are many students who choose to go for higher studies after completing an UG or PG degree in Economics. You can check some top course options in the table below.

COURSE

DESCRIPTION

B.Ed

A B.Ed degree equips a student with the necessary skills to enter elementary and secondary teaching positions.

Law

An academic degree that educates students about citizen rights, governance, legal knowledge, etc.

MBA

A 2-year professional management degree that instructs students on business management, administration, and operation.

PhD

A doctorate permits candidates to independently conduct and publish their research.

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Economics Courses: Top Colleges for Placements In India

There are many colleges in India that offer Economics courses. Some of the top colleges, with the highest average placement packages have been mentioned in the table below:

Economics Colleges

Average Placement Salary 

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade

INR 26.5 LPA

IIT Kharagpur

INR 21.28 - 24 LPA

BITS Pilani

INR 18 LPA

University of Mumbai 

INR 18 LPA

IIT Bombay

INR 17.92 LPA

Xavier School of Economics

INR 17.1 LPA 

IIT Delhi

INR 17 LPA

Note - The info is taken from the official website and can vary.

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Popular Economics Colleges in India

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15.21 K - 19.09 K
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#2 NIRF

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47.45 K - 49.3 K
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540
4.62 LPA

#7 NIRF

1.16 L - 7.32 L
5.5 LPA

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6 LPA
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2.2 L
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6.2 LPA

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Popular Exams

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    General AI category students need to secure a rank of at least 22, or preferably lower for admission to MSc in Economics programme. For other categories, the highest acceptable rank is given below for the same course.

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    London School of Economics is one of top ranked universities in world. As per QS Rankings, London School of Economics is ranked #62 under category of “World University Rankings 2027”. University is ranked among top 10 universities in UK as per QS Rankings 2027.

     
     

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    Yes, you can get admission in a BA Economics course without appearing for an entrance exam. Many colleges in India offer admission on the basis of class 12th scores. But, candidates should verify with college of their eligibility criteria and admission policy.

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    Bhavya Jain

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    Students can visit the official WBCHSE website and open the Model Question Paper Books or previous year paper section. From there, they can download the Economics sample paper for their required semester.

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    The paper has three sections. Section A carries 2-mark questions, Section B carries 4-mark questions, and Section C carries 6-mark questions, adding up to 40 marks.

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    The sample paper is a useful tool, but it should be used along with the textbook and class notes. not as a complete replacement for them.

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