Who is an Economist?
An economist is an expert who studies the relationship between a society’s resources and its production or output. Economists study societies ranging from small, local communities to entire nations and even the global economy.
The expert opinions and research findings of an economist are used to help shape a wide variety of policies, including interest rates, tax laws, employment programs, international trade agreements, and corporate strategies.
How Many Economists In South Africa?
South African women economists (12 P)
20th-century South African economists (40 P)
21st-century South African economists (26 P)
Who are economists in South Africa?
Economists work within the South African Reserve Bank to develop and implement monetary policy. Economists also work for National Treasury, the date, the Competition Commission and many other very important government agencies responsible for taxation, economic policy, and regulation.
Is economics in demand in South Africa?
Yes, it is a good career! The skills that you learn in an economics program will prepare you for a wide range of careers, and there are many different paths to follow.
Economics graduates will have some unique and highly sought-after skills and in most cases, employment prospects are good.
What do economists do in South Africa?
Economists advise businesses and/or government organizations in different aspects of economics. Topics vary greatly, and they can include tax rates, health statistics, energy facts, transportation, international trade, and development.
What qualifications do I need to be an economist in South Africa?
In order to become an Economist, you will have to obtain, at minimum, an undergraduate degree (3 years) majoring in economics, as well as an honors degree in economics (1 year).
An Economics major can be done as part of a Bachelor of Social Science degree, a Bachelor of Commerce degree or a Business Science degree.
How much does an economist make in South Africa?
The average pay for an Economist is ZAR 897,880 a year and ZAR 432 an hour in South Africa.
The average salary range for an Economist is between ZAR 611,456 and ZAR 1,099,005. On average, a Master’s Degree is the highest level of education for an Economist.
How many years does it take to study economics in South Africa?
three-year
BCom (Economics)
The BCom Economics is a three-year (full-time) degree course, during which time students are introduced to various economic principles. The core modules for specialization in Economics are Economics and Statistics.