Economists

KNOWLEDGE

• Mathematics
  Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.


• Economics and Accounting
  Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.


• English Language
  Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.


• Computers and Electronics
  Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

SKILLS

• Critical Thinking
  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.


• Mathematics
  Using mathematics to solve problems.


• Reading Comprehension
  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.


• Active Listening
  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.


• Judgment and Decision Making
  Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

ABILITIES

• Written Comprehension
  The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.


• Deductive Reasoning
  The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.


• Inductive Reasoning
  The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).


• Mathematical Reasoning
  The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.


• Oral Comprehension
  The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

PERSONALITY

People interested in this work, will do well at jobs that need;