An economist studies how society distributes resources, such as land, labor, raw materials, and machinery, to produce goods and services. They may conduct research, collect and analyze data, monitor economic trends, or develop forecasts. Economists research a wide variety of issues including energy costs, inflation, interest rates, exchange rates, business cycles, taxes, and employment levels, among others.

The mathematics required for an economist includes but is not limited to College Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Calculus I and II, Mathematical Economics, Game Theory, and Statistics for Economists.

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For more information about becoming an economist, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics breaks down the job of an economist into multiple sections to help better understand the requirements of becoming an economist.