Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
economist
ESCO occupation · 15 essential, 22 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
apply scientific methods
economics
perform scientific research
apply statistical analysis techniques
scientific research methodology
execute analytical mathematical calculations
tax legislation
mathematics
business management principles
analyse economic trends
provide cost benefit analysis reports
conduct quantitative research
conduct qualitative research
commercial law
statistics
Optional & specialised skills
financial markets
financial forecasting
civil law
develop economic policies
write research proposals
assess risk factors
perform public relations
write scientific papers
market analysis
forecast economic trends
sales promotion techniques
conduct public surveys
international import export regulations
public law
advise on economic development
financial analysis
develop scientific theories
project management
analyse financial performance of a company
content marketing strategy
accounting techniques
analyse market financial trends
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Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.