Economics
Career prospects for graduates
In Economics, you focus on the economy as a whole and look at topics like joblessness, income, or inflation. The concepts and methods acquired during the program in Economics can be applied to a multitude of questions in economics, politics, and society. Economics is a degree program with varied contents which offers good career prospects.
Potential careers
The fields of work for graduates in Economics are diverse.
Private economy
Potential employers are production and service companies, including consulting firms. Due to extensive analytical skills and a high level of knowledge in Economics, economists can work in many areas of a company. For example, they can create analyses with a focus on the economy as a whole or for individual sectors, they can develop systems, strategies and organization alternatives for companies and their departments.
Financing and credits
Economics can work in research or finance planning, may evaluate credits or creditworthiness in central banks or other banks as well as in insurance companies.
International organizations
Global organizations may also be employers for graduates with a degree in Economics. Economists often work at the interface of politics and the economy.
Public sector
Economists can also work at public institutions, chambers, associations, or state or federal ministries.
Academia
If you decide to get a master’s degree, you can also pursue a career in academia. The master’s program in Literary Studies is the perfect choice if you plan to continue your academic training with a doctoral program in order to pursue a career in science and research.