CBSE Board Class 12th Result 2025: Future Career Paths to Explore in Economics After Class 12th

Below we have listed a few career options for the students who have completed their 12th class with Economics.

Career Options After Class 12th in Economics

Saloni Kumari | May 10, 2025 |

CBSE Board Class 12th Result 2025: Future Career Paths to Explore in Economics After Class 12th

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 / PathEligibility / Entry RouteCareer Options
Undergraduate DegreesB.A. (Hons.) EconomicsClass 12 with Math (preferred in top colleges)Economist, Researcher, Policy Analyst, Civil Services
B.Sc. Economics / Mathematical EconomicsClass 12 with MathEconomic Analyst, Data Scientist, Academic Research
B.Com / B.Com (Hons.)Class 12 with Commerce or EconomicsCA, Banker, MBA, Financial Analyst
BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)Class 12 (any stream)Corporate Manager, Entrepreneur, MBA
Bachelor’s in Business Economics / FinanceClass 12Trade Analyst, Business Consultant, Risk Analyst
Professional CoursesChartered 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 12Cost Controller, Management Accountant
Actuarial ScienceClass 12 with strong MathActuary, Insurance Analyst
CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)Graduate degree requiredInvestment Banker, Portfolio Manager
Emerging FieldsData Science + EconomicsUG + online certificationsData Analyst, Economic Forecaster
Behavioral EconomicsUG in Econ + SpecialisationUX Analyst, Consumer Researcher
Environmental EconomicsUG + PG SpecialisationSustainability Consultant, Policy Analyst
Public Policy / Development StudiesUG + MPP/Development StudiesNGO worker, Policy Advisor, International Agencies
Government / ExamsUPSC Civil ServicesGraduation + UPSCIAS, IFS, IRS
Indian Economic Services (IES)PG in EconomicsEconomic Advisor, Planning Officer
RBI Grade BGraduationRBI Officer, Financial Regulator
Bank PO (IBPS/SBI)GraduationBank Officer, Branch Manager
Job SectorsVaries by pathIMF, World Bank, Think Tanks, Corporate Strategy, Media, Research

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