PhD??? (1 Viewer)

[powlmao]

I figured in 5.5-6.5 years I could get a PhD in economics ( single degree- masters - PhD

Is this pointless??? I love the subject but wanna get in the workForce

My other one I was looking at was economics and applied finance degree 4yrs

What are pros and cons of both

 

[Drongoski]

Why would want to do a PhD for? Many aren't even doing the Honours degree.

 

[powlmao]

Why would want to do a PhD for? Many aren't even doing the Honours degree.

Is it pointless?

 

[Studentleader]

Is it pointless?

Unless you do quantitative economics/behavourial economics yes it is.

Do a good quantitative honours topic and take it from there

 

[Drongoski]

Is it pointless?

Not necessarily. I think it's best you reconsider it 3 to 4 years from now when you have a better background to decide.

I posted a comment on another thread on the doctoral program (26th April 11 ?)

 

[powlmao]

i probablywont do it considering i just wanna be a senior economist

 

[Aquawhite]

You'll only generally find that PhDs are useful as scientific researchers, lecturers, head of schools etc.

 

[mitchy_boy]

You'll only generally find that PhDs are useful as scientific researchers, lecturers, head of schools etc.

Some jobs high up in the reserve bank require a PhD apparently.

But seriously man, it's a little early to start thinking about that you're only in year 11.

If you're going to do Economics, go to Sydney, UNSW, or Macq.

 

[twistedrebel]

rofl at OP your in year 11 and have done 1 term. Alot of your dislikes/likes change over time. So take it easy. also PhD can take 6years ~ to do.

 

[powlmao]

Some jobs high up in the reserve bank require a PhD apparently.

But seriously man, it's a little early to start thinking about that you're only in year 11.

If you're going to do Economics, go to Sydney, UNSW, or Macq.

I plan for macq uni