Economist
خبير اقتصادي
Studies how economies work and advises governments, central banks and companies on policy, prices and growth.
Career overview
What they do
Economists collect and analyse data on markets, trade, employment and public finance. They work in ministries, central banks, research centres, international organisations, banks and consultancies.
Typical responsibilities
- Analyse economic data and trends
- Build forecasting and policy models
- Write reports and policy briefs
- Evaluate the impact of programmes
- Present findings to decision-makers
Skills you'll need
How much it relies on
Work style
Advantages
- Influence on big decisions
- Strong government and research opportunities
- Combines maths with real-world issues
Disadvantages
- Senior roles often require a master's or PhD
- Theoretical coursework
- Fewer entry-level 'economist' titles
Growth & future opportunities
Editorial view: relevant to economic diversification and policy planning across federal and emirate governments.
Career content is written by the Masari editorial team. Last reviewed 21 Oct 2026.
Study in the UAE
Programs at UAE institutions that lead to this career.
Average tuition
AED 79,000 per year on average for bachelor's programmes with published fees (AED 36,000–162,203, 39 programmes).
Master's: around AED 3,576 per credit hour (2 programmes).
From each university's official fee schedule. Yearly figures for per-credit schedules assume a full-time load of 30 credit hours. Excludes housing, books and other fees.
- Al Qasimiya UniversityBachelor of Arts in EconomicsSharjah4 yearstypicalNot published
- American University in DubaiBachelor of Business Administration (Major in Economics)
- American University of SharjahBachelor of Science in Business Administration - Economics
- American University of SharjahBachelor of Arts in Economics
- Amity University DubaiBachelor of Arts in Economics
- De Montfort UniversityBachelor of Science (Honours) EconomicsDubai3–4 yearstypicalNot published
- Middlesex University DubaiBachelor of Arts Business Management (Economics)
- Middlesex University DubaiBachelor of Arts Honours Business Management (Economics)
Programs and accreditation come from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) register of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Tuition and duration appear once verified on the university's own program page; always confirm admission details with the university.
Scholarships for this path
See all scholarshipsADNOC Accelerator Program Scholars
ADNOC · Employer
ADNOC support for high-potential Emiratis at approved UAE universities.
Emirates Aviation University scholarships
Emirates Aviation University · University
Chancellor's Scholarship of up to 100% tuition, for up to 10 new students a year.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Scholarship
Ministry of Foreign Affairs · Government
Study at top universities abroad and then join the UAE diplomatic corps.
Ministry of Finance – Masar
Ministry of Finance · Government
Ministry of Finance programme for Emirati students in finance and accounting.
UAE job market
Openings collected from connected job sources.
Openings by emirate
Salary range from postings
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Employers hiring
- Dubai Government entity · 2
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Job data last updated 25 Oct 2026, 11:02 AM
Skills employers ask for
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Specialist skills
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Personal skills
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