Graduate Economist Programme

The HKMA operates a two-year Graduate Economist (GE) Programme. It aims to nurture young adults who are interested in economic research and help them develop their talents. They will provide the HKMA with economic and market analyses that are essential to its work in maintaining monetary and financial stability.

During the two-year period, a GE will rotate through two to three different departments conducting economic research or monitoring macro financial conditions.

On completion of the Programme with satisfactory performance, a GE will be appointed as an Economist.

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Requirements

Experience: No formal work experience required. Final-year students or recent graduates of local and overseas universities are welcome to apply

Education: Holder of a Postgraduate’s degree in economics, finance or a related field

Capabilities: Good social and economic sense, good analytical ability, strong skills in econometrics and data management

Communication skills: Excellent command of English, strong presentation and communication skills, preferably conversant in Chinese

Team spirit: A good team player, able to work with others to achieve the objectives
Salary

Monthly fixed pay at $49,000+ plus a lump-sum pay upon Programme completion.
Training

The HKMA offers different professional training and talent development programmes to its staff so as to prepare them to take up various challenges of their work. Our training programmes mainly comprise vertical training in job-specific areas aiming at deepening professional knowledge and horizontal training aiming at enhancing individual capabilities.
Mentoring

The HKMA’s experienced staff will act as mentors and share their experience with the mentees.
Career Prospect
Application Method

Please submit your application online.

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Last revision date : 22 November 2022