What is the best subject to take as major in BA: economics or geography?

Hi Tribeni, Both subjects offers good career prospects. Geography: The field of Geography offers various career options to the candidates who are interested in learning different features of the earth. Geographers are placed in different organizations in the role of : -demographers -agricultural specialists -urban -regional planners -remote sensing specialists, etc. They can also work in research and government sectors. Geographers can also seek placement in research agencies such as environmental issues -population studies -rural development Teaching profession can be undertaken in universities, colleges and schools for those who are geographers. Post- graduate students can also start their own coaching institutes. Economics: The scope of job opportunities for economists has expanded in different sectors like: -Education -Business -NGOs -Government organizations like: • The Indian Economics Services • Reserve Bank of India • National Sample Survey • Ministry of Economic Affairs • Planning Board • Planning Commission Job Opportunities: • Government departments - Indian Economics Service (IES) through UPSC. • Corporate - Job titles such as Data Analyst, Financial Analyst, Research Analyst, Business Analyst, Economic Research Analyst, Stock Market Analyst, etc. • Banks/ Financial Institutions - A graduate in economics can join at an entry-level position in banks, MNCs and research firms and can expect pay packages up to Rs 12,000 per month. • Teaching - One can appear for NET/ SET exams to qualify for working as assistant professors/ professors in colleges. • Research - One can opt for fellowship program offered by IIMs and other management institutes. Found this useful? Click on thumbs up or mark it as best.

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