1. study abroad institutions majoring in economics
1, Oxford &; Cambridge
The best thing about Niu Jian is that no matter what major, you can always see them in the top few in Britain. Economics is no exception. In the ranking of QS and CUG, Niu Jian's economics is in the top three.
If you have to choose between Oxford and Cambridge, Cambridge's economics is a better choice. The salary of Cambridge economics graduates used to be 65438 +0.
2. London School of Economics and Political Science
As a university in the name of economics, LSE's economics is naturally unnecessary (by the way, politics and economics are usually the most difficult majors for LSE to apply for). In the QS ranking, LSE's economics major even surpassed Niu Jian's ranking, and was elected as 1 in the UK.
Of course, LSE doesn't need rankings to prove anything. After all, LSE alumni gathered in the City of London have demonstrated its Excellence in this field. In addition, Christopher A. Pissarides, winner of the 20 10 Nobel Prize in Economics, is a professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
3. University College London
Although UCL is inclusive, it is an equal number of students enrolled in the UK 1 university. UCL's economics major is not "tolerant" at all, so it is difficult to apply.
Compared with LSE, UCL is more academic (and certainly has a good career prospect), and LSE is more suitable for students who want to engage in the financial industry after graduation. As far as fame is concerned, UCL economics enjoys an international reputation in many fields of economics and actively participates in the formulation of realistic policies.
4. Warwick University
The economics major of Warwick University can be summarized as follows:
The popularity of Warwick University in Britain: high; Warwick's economics (or mathematics) is very well-known in Britain.
Referring to the ranking, Warwick Economics ranked third in the UK in the Complete Guide to Universities, second only to Niu Jian, and even got 1 in the UK special topic ranking of The Sunday Times in 2020. As for employment, the name of the University of Warwick will appear on the list of the most competitive British companies.
Second, the employment direction.
1, financial analysis industry
The definition of financial analyst is very broad. All practitioners who can study and analyze financial information and use this information to help customers and managers make decisions can become financial analysts, such as investment analysts, financial analysts and financial risk analysts.
2. Accounting industry
The knowledge gained from an economics degree can also be transferred to a series of accounting positions. Such as accountants, certified public accountants, public policy accountants, etc. Accounting profession involves financial reporting, taxation, auditing, accounting, enterprise financing, enterprise recovery and bankruptcy.
3. Statistical industry
If you are good at math and interested, you can also engage in the statistical industry after graduating from economics. You will use mathematical techniques and software to collect, analyze and interpret data and communicate the results to customers. Statistical work covers a wide range of fields, such as health, education, government, finance, environment, transportation and market research. Employees are required to have strong analytical, IT and interpersonal communication skills.
4. Economists
Economists study and analyze economic trends, problems and data from the perspective of economics, and use this information as the basis for providing suggestions to companies, financial institutions and public institutions, thus forming economic policies or strategies. Most economists require at least a master's degree.
Third, the advantages of studying economics in the UK
1. Feel the profound economics.
Many universities in Britain offer master's degrees in economics, including Cambridge University, Oxford University, Warwick University, University College London, London School of Economics and Political Science, Saint-Ann University, Durham University, Bath University, Nottingham University, Exeter University, Leeds University, Bristol University and Edinburgh University. Because economics is a theoretical discipline, applicants are required to have a relevant background in economics or a discipline with a strong mathematical background, such as mathematics, computer science and statistics.
2. Perfect curriculum system
The research directions of the British Master of Economics include: Economics; Econometrics and mathematical economics; Economy and management; Economics and philosophy; Finance and economics, etc.
The main courses of economics in Britain are: economic theory, such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and some economic analysis and research methods. In addition, there will be specific branches, such as environmental economics, energy economics, health economics, financial economics, development economics, economic history and so on.
British economics majors mainly study market principles, study the basic principles of market supply and demand curves and prices, and come from different industries. The ability of numerical analysis, induction, modeling or data interpretation required by economics is highly valued and needed by employers in the future.
3. Good employment environment
Master of Economics graduates can engage in economic analysis, forecasting, planning and economic management in comprehensive economic management departments, policy research departments, financial institutions and enterprises. As far as the current market situation is concerned, the employment prospects of economics are still relatively optimistic. Most economics graduates have gone to companies in the financial field such as banks and securities.