Opportunities in Economics, Jobs, Salaries, Professions Opportunities for Economics Graduates Career Outlook Economics is the largest field among the social sciences. Over 40,000 economists use their understanding of economic relationships to advise various types of business firms, government research firms and agencies, banks, management consulting firms, investment companies, advertising firms, and utility companies.
Private industry accounts for about half of all careers in economics.
Most government economists research and advise in the fields of agriculture, finance, labor, transportation, urban economics, and international trade. Many students also find economics to be an excellent preparation for graduate study in law and business. For more detailed salary and job information visit the Dept. of Transportation's Occupational Outlook Handbook . The faculty of the College of Business and Public Affairs takes pride in helping their students obtain jobs after graduation. Murray State University's Career Services Office arranges on-campus visits by firms both large and small and helps students set up interviews with these firms.