My son is pursuing his b.com. in economics and analytics from N.M.College, Mumbai. What options are open to him after graduation, both in India and abroad?

Ans: MA Eco, IGIDR, ISI (delhi, Kolkata), LSE, Data scientist, MBA

Ans: Hi,
It is always advisable to complete MBA.
On completion there are various options in India as well.

Ans: Finance is quite a broad field. There are options like Banking, Equity research, Asset management, project management, etc. For govt. jobs some of them do come to campus for recruitment for others you may have to write their exam like the RBI exam.

Ans: Atul,

Economics is the KRA (Key Result Area) today in organisations and governmental roles too.. An IAS if he's inclined to job in the Govt. ..further if you have the budget, A study in the London School of Economics, opens international vistas!

Ans: Hello Vinod,

To begin with, thank you for contacting us. I am happy to hear that your son is currently pursuing his Bachelors from Christ University. As an answer to your query, I would like to let you know that your son’s undergraduate studies in Economics, Mathematics, and Statistics offer a solid basis for a wide range of job pathways and postgraduate studies. Concerning your query regarding the future prospects, I would like to tell you that your son can take up jobs viz., that of a Data Analyst, Quantitative Analyst, Data Scientist, or Business Analyst, in sectors viz., Finance, Consulting, Technology, Retail, and Healthcare. He may also choose to work as an Investment Banker, Actuary, Financial Analyst, or Economist in sectors such as Insurance, Consultancy, Government, Corporate Finance, or Banking. In the research and academia domain, your son can take up jobs viz., that of an Academic Researcher, Research Analyst, or Professor wherein he can work at Research Institutes, Think Tanks, or Universities. In addition to the ones mentioned above, your son can also choose to work as an Operations Research Analyst, Software Developer, or Algorithm Engineer at Engineering Firms, Startups, or Tech Companies. Concerning your question regarding the areas for further study, I would like to tell you that your son can think about pursuing an MS in Economics, MS in Financial Engineering/Quantitative Finance, MS in Computational Finance. He can also choose to pursue an MS in Operations Research, MS in Data Science/Analytics, MS in Actuarial Science, or an MS in Statistics/Applied Statistics.

While selecting an MS program, I would recommend that your son takes into account the location and program’s standing. He should investigate programs with solid linkages to the industry as well as a track record of successful placements. He should make sure he fulfills the requirements for the programs he is considering. He should take into account his professional objectives, factoring in the positions and sectors he is drawn to. All in all, your son should select a field that best resonates with his passion and strengths.

Given your son’s solid background in mathematics, I would like to tell you that he has numerous exciting possibilities for future education and employment. Jobs in data science, operations research, and finance could possibly suit him well. When determining which path to choose, your son should take into account his interests and professional objectives. An MS in any of these fields will lead to a wealth of possibilities in business, academia, and other areas.

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