How does a PhD in econ place someone in the job market compared to a masters in econ?
I'd like to work in private industry. (finance, forecasting, risk measurement, econometrics) Going to do a master's for now, but I don't want to embark on a PhD if it's something I can get hired to do with a masters.
How is experience valued over a PhD? Wouldn't it be better to get some experience after a masters and then do a PhD? I just don't want to stay in school forever but will if there is a clear advantage to landing a good job.
How do certified financial planners, MBAs, actuaries, etc. fare among PhDs and master's graduates in the job market?
