Careers

"CERGE-EI's students have very strong technical skills and this is what you need in consultancy but also in the private and public sectors."

Zdeněk Tůma, Partner, KPMG Czech Republic former Governor of the Czech National Bank

The MA in Applied Economics 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 professional career development and job search.

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

Explore our alumni profiles and their careers.

Positions and types of institutions that an MA in Applied Economics 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