Technical Skills
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Facility with data analysis programs such as Excel, Stata, and SAS
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Creating charts and graphs to summarize data
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Performing simple statistical analyses
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Assessing the credibility of empirical evidence
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Developing presentations with appropriate visual aids such as PPT
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Using simple mathematics to help solve problems
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Developing simple models that capture key features of problems to be solved
Analytical Skills
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Developing rigorous arguments
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Recognizing defective arguments
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Problem solving
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Developing a course of action to maximize the achievement of a goal
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Predicting the consequences of alternative courses of action
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Analyzing the consequences of exogenous events such as changes in climate, government policy and technology on the market prices of different inputs and outputs, the well-being of individuals, the profits of private businesses, and the activities of nonprofit organization
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Assembling information relevant for solving problems
Communication Skills
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Clear and concise writing
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Verbal communication
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Public speaking
Other Skills
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Time management
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Persistence