Skill Building & More

Programming

Many jobs and research projects in economics require some proficiency in programming. Below are two common languages in the profession and links to start learning them now.

R

• Statistical Programming and Financial Literacy (ECON 181, Howard University)

• Macroeconomic Theory I (ECOG 202, Howard University)

• Introduction to R (FREE)

• Intermediate R (FREE)

• Data Science Specialization

SAS

• Learning SAS (FREE)

Graduate School Preparation

• Writing an Effective Statement of Purpose

• Writing an Effective Personal Statement

• Writing an Effective Statement of Interest

• Graduate Programs in Economics

Associations and Committees

Below are a few important economic associations and committees.

• American Economic Association (AEA)

• National Economic Organization (NEA)

• American Society of Hispanic Economists (ASHE)

• Committee on the Status of Minority Groups in the Economics Profession (CSMGEP)

• Committee on the Status of Women in the Economics Profession (CSWEP)

Interesting Podcasts

Below are a few podcasts that often discuss current economic policies.

• The Hidden Curriculum

• Zip Code Economies

• Intelligence Squared Debates

• NPR Politics Podcast

• NPR Planet Money