Careers

The MAE program combines training in rigorous economic theory and its application, professional communication, English skills, and real-world case studies. The practical orientation prepares students for a professional career  in top-level positions in economics, finance, and other relevant fields. We provide full support for graduating students in searching for a job and preparing for the application/interview procedure.

CERGE-EI has a long tradition of  improving students’ qualifications so they can gain a high-level  position in the shortest period of time. CERGE-EI MA graduates hold top positions in global corporations and organizations.

Positions and types of institutions that an MAE graduate could look forward to after graduation:

Positions

Analyst: Financial, Policy, Management, Legislative, Credit, Budget, Investment
Management Consultant
City Planner
Financial Planner
Central Bank Economist
Strategic Analyst
Financial Director/Manager
Treasury Specialist
Senior Manager
Teacher/Professor
Economic Researcher
Research Associate/Director
Government Staff Economist

Institutions

Companies and corporations in various industries
Think tanks
The World Bank
International Monetary Fund
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development
Industrial associations
Trade associations
Governmental committees