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Masters in Economics: Worth It?
Monster.com has ranked the Master’s in Economics as the 4th highest paying postgraduate degree. Obtaining your Master’s in Economics will prepare you to be a strong candidate for any of these high-paying industry positions.
By 2024 there will be 81,300 new jobs in the US paying a median salary of $80,000 and above
There are currently 885,000 jobs paying a median salary of $80,000 and above
Economist:
$99,180 - Median Salary
21,500 - Currently Employed
6% Growth, 1,200 jobs through 2024
Financial Analyst:
$80,310 - Median Salary
277,600 - Currently Employed
12% Growth, 32,300 jobs through 2024
Financial Manager
$117,990 - Median Salary
555,900 - Currently Employed
7% Growth, 37,700 jobs through 2024
Statistician
$80,110 - Median Salary
30,000 - Currently Employed
34% Growth, 10,100 jobs through 2024
With a vast job market and rewarding career options available, obtaining your Master's in Economics degree is a gateway to great opportunity. What does your future hold?
References
http://www.monster.com/career-advice/article/best-and-worst-paying-masters-degrees
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/economists.htm
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/financial-analysts.htm