Economics

PURPOSE
The Economics credential documents the essential competencies in performing microeconomic and macroeconomic analysis and research in support of senior economic analysts in private and public organizations. This credential documents competencies including compilation and analysis of economic data to forecast trends and determine the impacts of public policies and business decisions.

AUDIENCE
This credential is appropriate for individuals working in entry-level policy, research or economic analyst positions. 

JOB/CAREER REQUIREMENTS
Economic professionals also project future production and consumption of resources, conduct research on economic issues and disseminate findings through reports that inform decision-making by business and public policy leaders.

ECONOMICS WORKPLACE TASKS:

• Prepare, examine, or analyze economic data in selected area of specialization, such as finance, labor or agriculture  
• Conduct research on economic issues and distribute research findings through technical reports  
• Analyze socioeconomic impacts of new public policies, such as proposed legislation, taxes, services and regulations  
• Provide information on economic problems and market behaviors to inform decisions by businesses and public and private agencies  
• Compile, analyze and report data to explain economic phenomena and forecast market trends

EXAM STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Number of Questions in Exam: 155
Time Limit for Exam Parts:

• Economics Principles: 34 items 
• Macroeconomics: 60 items 
• Microeconomics: 61 items 

Total Time: 180 minutes
Overall Passing Score: 70%
(All sections require an individual passing score of 70%)