Saloni Kumari | May 10, 2025 |
CBSE Board Class 12th Result 2025: Future Career Paths to Explore in Economics After Class 12th
The CBSE Class 12th results are expected to be announced soon by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in the upcoming days. After the results are declared, many students begin worrying about their career paths. They usually consider what is the best option according to their interests, what provides better income, and what will be in great demand in the future. This choice is stressful and exhausting for students. As a help with this, we have discussed some career choices for students who have studied Economics in Class 12th. This information can help students choose the right path and look for related competitive exams.
After completing Class 12th with Economics, students can explore many career opportunities. With a degree in Economics, they gain useful skills that are valued in fields like banking, consulting, and public service. Economics covers many fields such as Behavioural Economics, Development, Econometrics, Economic History, Financial Economics, Industrial Organisation, International Economics, Labour Economics, Macroeconomics, Mathematical Economics, Political Economics, Public Economics, Economic Theory, and Urban Economics. These fields provide various options for students to pursue depending on their interests, future aspirations and can result in government, research, policy-making, business, education, and other jobs.
Category | Course / Path | Eligibility / Entry Route | Career Options |
Undergraduate Degrees | B.A. (Hons.) Economics | Class 12 with Math (preferred in top colleges) | Economist, Researcher, Policy Analyst, Civil Services |
B.Sc. Economics / Mathematical Economics | Class 12 with Math | Economic Analyst, Data Scientist, Academic Research | |
B.Com / B.Com (Hons.) | Class 12 with Commerce or Economics | CA, Banker, MBA, Financial Analyst | |
BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) | Class 12 (any stream) | Corporate Manager, Entrepreneur, MBA | |
Bachelor’s in Business Economics / Finance | Class 12 | Trade Analyst, Business Consultant, Risk Analyst | |
Professional Courses | Chartered Accountancy (CA) | After Class 12 (via CA Foundation) | CA, Auditor, Tax Consultant |
Company Secretary (CS) | After Class 12 (via CS Foundation) | Legal Advisor, Company Secretary | |
Cost & Management Accounting (CMA) | After Class 12 | Cost Controller, Management Accountant | |
Actuarial Science | Class 12 with strong Math | Actuary, Insurance Analyst | |
CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) | Graduate degree required | Investment Banker, Portfolio Manager | |
Emerging Fields | Data Science + Economics | UG + online certifications | Data Analyst, Economic Forecaster |
Behavioral Economics | UG in Econ + Specialisation | UX Analyst, Consumer Researcher | |
Environmental Economics | UG + PG Specialisation | Sustainability Consultant, Policy Analyst | |
Public Policy / Development Studies | UG + MPP/Development Studies | NGO worker, Policy Advisor, International Agencies | |
Government / Exams | UPSC Civil Services | Graduation + UPSC | IAS, IFS, IRS |
Indian Economic Services (IES) | PG in Economics | Economic Advisor, Planning Officer | |
RBI Grade B | Graduation | RBI Officer, Financial Regulator | |
Bank PO (IBPS/SBI) | Graduation | Bank Officer, Branch Manager | |
Job Sectors | — | Varies by path | IMF, World Bank, Think Tanks, Corporate Strategy, Media, Research |
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