Help me find a Job.

I recently completed my Master’s in Economics, and I am currently feeling quite lost about what direction to take.

While people often assume that completing a master’s degree means having a clear career path, I honestly do not feel that way right now. My course was largely theoretical, and I have realized that I lack many of the practical and quantitative skills that seem to be expected in today’s job market.

Initially, I wanted to become a professor. I genuinely enjoy teaching, and the idea of being in academia, doing research, and engaging deeply with a subject is something that still interests me. However, I have not been able to clear the exams required to become eligible for teaching positions, and it has made me question whether I should continue pursuing this path or consider other options.

I want to clarify that my goal has always been to become a professor rather than simply take up teaching as a job. At the same time, I am now open to exploring other career paths if they align with my background and interests. The challenge is that I do not know where to start.

If I decide to switch roles or move into a different field, I feel like I would be starting from scratch. I do not have a strong practical or quantitative skill set, and I am unsure about what I should learn, how to learn it, and which career paths would actually be realistic for someone with my background.

Before suggesting internships or entry-level roles as the first step, I want to mention that I have already tried applying for them. Unfortunately, I have struggled to even get interview opportunities, which has made me realize that I may need to first build the right skills and profile to become a stronger candidate.

For people working in economics, research, data, consulting, academia, or related fields, I would really appreciate your advice:

* What skills should someone with a theoretical economics background build to become employable?
* Should I start with quantitative tools like statistics, econometrics, Python, R, SQL, etc.? If yes, what would be the right order to learn them?
* What career options are realistic for someone with a Master’s in Economics but limited practical experience?
* Is it possible to transition into research-oriented roles, and what steps would help make that happen?
* If I decide to move away from academia, what fields would make sense to explore?

I would genuinely appreciate guidance from individuals who have experience in this area or have undergone a similar transition.