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Book SynopsisThe pocket coach for aspiring economists, providing a hands-on guide to the attributes valued by employers, how to exhibit these successfully, and how to navigate the job application process. Throughout, experienced practitioners and recent graduates share candid views about their careers and their advice for the next generation of economists.
Trade ReviewI drifted into economics by accident but have never regretted it. If I had read this book, I would have chosen to be an economist. Unique in its insights into what life as an economist is like. * Sir John Kay *
A comprehensive hands-on look at the world of work from an economist's point of view with an emphasis on opportunities and societal relevance. * Jarkko Immonen, Careers Counsellor, University of Helsinki *
There really is no other text out there like this. It links practical issues to academic work. * Catherine Dolan, Head of First Year Economics, University of Leeds *
The concept of the book is original - there is no comparable text I know of, and the pragmatic issues are covered extremely well. * Dr Matthew Aldrich, Associate Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Employability and Opportunities, and Associate Professor in Economics, University of East Anglia *
To our knowledge, there is no book like it. Unique and much needed. * Dr Chris Wilson, Senior Lecturer in Economics, and Dr Adrian Gourlay, Lecturer in Economics, School of Business and Economics, Loughborough *
This is a comprehensive guide for students who are committed to following studies in the field of economics. It takes you through the journey of working out where your studies can take you, making successful applications and continuing to build a successful career once you are employed. * Samantha Adam, Careers Consultant, Brunel University London *
This book is an excellent resource to prepare economics students for the job market. It will also be an invaluable reference for convenors of modules aimed at employability, and colleagues in the career service. * Dr Sophie van Huellen, Global Development Institute, University of Manchester *
How to be a Successful Economist has some very practical recommendations which can quickly and easily be acted upon to improve practice and employability prospects. I highly recommend this book to personal tutors, careers advisors, and of course to prospective and current students seeking a career in economics in the UK. * Dr Kamilya Suleymenova, Senior Lecturer in Economics, University of Birmingham *
Table of ContentsPart One: Before You Start 1: Why be an economist? 2: Jobs you can do as an economist: Planning your career 3: University and practitioner economics 4: How useful are economics degrees? Part Two: Skills For Success 5: Communicating complexity simply 6: The importance of quantitative skills 7: The importance of broader and 'soft' skills 8: Towards a broader economics and a more diverse body of economists Part Three: Planning For The Future 9: Applying for and passing interviews for economist posts 10: How to stay a successful economist
