MA economics and actuarial field......?
I have 2 MA degrees in economics (from 2 different countries), and 3 yrs work exp in development economics research field (currently working in an international organization). With these degrees I am not taken seriously whn I apply for finance related jobs. I am thinking of broadening my possibilities. I have rigorous training in calculus, math and probability and stats, and feel I can pass some of the actuarial exams with some preparation. However, after passing these exams (esp 2/FM) , can I get jobs which are not actuarial but just finance based, say, finance analyst in companies? I am not sure if i want to make a career in actuary field. Should I just take some finance courses? If so, how can I highlight that in my resume when I apply for finance related jobs? Thanks!
Economics - 1 Answers
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Those exams are pretty hard, I wouldn't count on passing them...
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
What school best offers an MA in Economics
What school best offers an MA in Economics?
I am a graduating student of AB Economics in Saint Louis University in Northern Philippines and I want to further my studies in the same discipline. As much as possible I would like to study abroad so that I could take a grasp of better and newer approaches in economics (i.e. Post-Autistic Economics) which I have not encountered from any academic forum and discussion in the Philippines yet. It's like, we're still much focused on the neo-liberal approach here. I think it's not what Third World economies like the Philippines needs to progress.So if you could possibly give me some helpful information, I'd appreciate it.
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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Well i'm slightly confused about your question but i wuld reccomend the European business School in London whichis part of Regent's college and is the biggest business school in the u.k. the course is specific in international business where 100% of its students get work placements after 6 months of graduating. Sorry if i have been of no significant help.
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You might want to get a copy of U. S. News & World Report's annual special issue on America's Best Graduate Schools. Or visit them at http://www.usnews.com/education . Massachussets Institute of Technology University of Chicago Harvard University Princeton University Stanford University University of California Berkeley
I am a graduating student of AB Economics in Saint Louis University in Northern Philippines and I want to further my studies in the same discipline. As much as possible I would like to study abroad so that I could take a grasp of better and newer approaches in economics (i.e. Post-Autistic Economics) which I have not encountered from any academic forum and discussion in the Philippines yet. It's like, we're still much focused on the neo-liberal approach here. I think it's not what Third World economies like the Philippines needs to progress.So if you could possibly give me some helpful information, I'd appreciate it.
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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Well i'm slightly confused about your question but i wuld reccomend the European business School in London whichis part of Regent's college and is the biggest business school in the u.k. the course is specific in international business where 100% of its students get work placements after 6 months of graduating. Sorry if i have been of no significant help.
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You might want to get a copy of U. S. News & World Report's annual special issue on America's Best Graduate Schools. Or visit them at http://www.usnews.com/education . Massachussets Institute of Technology University of Chicago Harvard University Princeton University Stanford University University of California Berkeley
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
i want to do bcom or mcom online from india. i m pakistani & done ma(economics)
i want to do bcom or mcom online from india. i m pakistani & done ma(economics)?
i did master in economics and learnt accounting through indian teacher in dubai but now i want accounting degree but here in dubai charges r very high so any institute in india which is providing online educatio bcom or mcom and charges also would be less
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May be this site can help you www.sgpak.com
i did master in economics and learnt accounting through indian teacher in dubai but now i want accounting degree but here in dubai charges r very high so any institute in india which is providing online educatio bcom or mcom and charges also would be less
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May be this site can help you www.sgpak.com
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
what can I do with an MA in Economics
what can I do with an MA in Economics?
I know its not an MBA but are there just as many job prospects with an MA in Econ? My emphasis was in Finance and Banking. I also took courses in International development. What I was wondering is what kind of job would I be able to achieve upon completion of my degree? greeneggs4spam, thank man. we have to chat sometime. click on my name link and write me an email sometime, again thanks.
Economics - 6 Answers
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Be on the Fed's board of economic advisors to the Whitehouse
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An MA in Economics is basically a stepping stone to a PhD in Economics. Just like an MBA it allows for greater job than any bachelor's degree. A MBA has a broader curriculum in a business sense while a MA you have to do actual qualitative analysis and modeling. An MA doesn't teach marketing, organizational behavior, operations, leadership or other general business classes you might find in traditional M.B.A. programs An MA in Econ teaches you skills that help to explain the complexities of how people and society operate. Economics isn't a business degree, although economics teaches important business skills. The MBA isn’t about rote learning, it is more about decision-making and analysis in an environment where you can share your ideas and your experiences with other people who have a similar level of work and management background to you. It's all up to you and what you want to do in your career.
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That and a few bucks will get you a cab ride.
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Go into business for yourself, it's much more rewarding if you eventually become successful at it.
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You can get a good job with the government, banks, and companies, or get a phd and do research or really whatever you want. Economics is really a good major, and I think even better than an MBA (unless you really want to work at target or walmart) My uncle got a MA in economics and a MA in public policy and he went to work for the state department and worked his way up and became an ambassador to belarus. Then he worked for nato, for a while in brussels, and now he's the deputy ambassador in iraq. It's pretty cool stuff, they fly him all over the country and provide housing and stuff for him, and he's met the president and stuff, even if you don't like him that's kind of cool. Anyways his name is dan speckhard if you want to google him. Myself I'm getting a PHD in economics and then I plan to do research on poverty and international development, but really the sky is the limit with any degree in economics.
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There is plenty you can do with an MA in economics. An MA sets you apart and is more scarce than a MBA. An MA should give excellent quantitative skills that are very much in demand. Your MA should also have at least one concentration. This could be anything from labor economics to utility regulation. This is also where you will blow by the MBA grad if you chose the right subfield. You also should be able to find ample opportunities in government, research, or community college teaching.
I know its not an MBA but are there just as many job prospects with an MA in Econ? My emphasis was in Finance and Banking. I also took courses in International development. What I was wondering is what kind of job would I be able to achieve upon completion of my degree? greeneggs4spam, thank man. we have to chat sometime. click on my name link and write me an email sometime, again thanks.
Economics - 6 Answers
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Be on the Fed's board of economic advisors to the Whitehouse
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An MA in Economics is basically a stepping stone to a PhD in Economics. Just like an MBA it allows for greater job than any bachelor's degree. A MBA has a broader curriculum in a business sense while a MA you have to do actual qualitative analysis and modeling. An MA doesn't teach marketing, organizational behavior, operations, leadership or other general business classes you might find in traditional M.B.A. programs An MA in Econ teaches you skills that help to explain the complexities of how people and society operate. Economics isn't a business degree, although economics teaches important business skills. The MBA isn’t about rote learning, it is more about decision-making and analysis in an environment where you can share your ideas and your experiences with other people who have a similar level of work and management background to you. It's all up to you and what you want to do in your career.
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That and a few bucks will get you a cab ride.
4
Go into business for yourself, it's much more rewarding if you eventually become successful at it.
5
You can get a good job with the government, banks, and companies, or get a phd and do research or really whatever you want. Economics is really a good major, and I think even better than an MBA (unless you really want to work at target or walmart) My uncle got a MA in economics and a MA in public policy and he went to work for the state department and worked his way up and became an ambassador to belarus. Then he worked for nato, for a while in brussels, and now he's the deputy ambassador in iraq. It's pretty cool stuff, they fly him all over the country and provide housing and stuff for him, and he's met the president and stuff, even if you don't like him that's kind of cool. Anyways his name is dan speckhard if you want to google him. Myself I'm getting a PHD in economics and then I plan to do research on poverty and international development, but really the sky is the limit with any degree in economics.
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There is plenty you can do with an MA in economics. An MA sets you apart and is more scarce than a MBA. An MA should give excellent quantitative skills that are very much in demand. Your MA should also have at least one concentration. This could be anything from labor economics to utility regulation. This is also where you will blow by the MBA grad if you chose the right subfield. You also should be able to find ample opportunities in government, research, or community college teaching.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
What is the best degree to pair with a MA in Economics.?
What is the best degree to pair with a MA in Economics.?
What additional masters degree would provide the greatest help in getting a high paying/rewarding job?
Economics - 3 Answers
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Go for a PhD Buddy
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I'd say an MBA- those are the dual degrees I'm going for, if not even a third like a MPP (MA of Public Policy). Even if you don't want to own your own business, I feel that an MBA demonstrates a thorough understanding of Economics. Berkeley's Haas Business School offers an interesting ten-month long MA degree called an "MFE, MA in Financial Engineering." If you want to go into the investment world, and are decent at math, I'd suggest the MFE.
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Not sure why you'd get an MA in Econ and stop there. That just makes is seem like you're not smart enough to get a PhD. But anyway, an MBA is one of the few master's degrees that actually means anything in terms of getting a job, since it's a useful and a "terminal" degree.
What additional masters degree would provide the greatest help in getting a high paying/rewarding job?
Economics - 3 Answers
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Go for a PhD Buddy
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I'd say an MBA- those are the dual degrees I'm going for, if not even a third like a MPP (MA of Public Policy). Even if you don't want to own your own business, I feel that an MBA demonstrates a thorough understanding of Economics. Berkeley's Haas Business School offers an interesting ten-month long MA degree called an "MFE, MA in Financial Engineering." If you want to go into the investment world, and are decent at math, I'd suggest the MFE.
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Not sure why you'd get an MA in Econ and stop there. That just makes is seem like you're not smart enough to get a PhD. But anyway, an MBA is one of the few master's degrees that actually means anything in terms of getting a job, since it's a useful and a "terminal" degree.
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