Description
Whether you’re working on developing new technology, conducting research, or solving problems in any field, you’ll need a strong foundation in maths to be able to understand and work with complex concepts and solve problems.
And maths isn’t just useful for STEM careers – it’s also important in areas like finance, business, and even design.Â
Data skills are also becoming increasingly important in all fields, as more and more organisations rely on data-driven decision making.Â
Careers with STEM: Maths + Data is packed with inspiring real-world career profiles, practical tips and advice, and fascinating insights into the jobs of the future. We explore some familiar and some surprising maths career pathways, including in finance, mining and meteorology. Plus meet some superstars (who weren’t even into maths to begin with) using maths everyday to change people’s livesÂ
Includes a special Economics edition!Â
Flip the cover of our Maths + Data 2022 edition to find our special 8-page section, all about careers in economics, sponsored by the Reserve Bank of Australia.
Economics is all about how we share limited resources in the best way possible, and in this special edition you’ll meet 4 economists helping to fight climate change and power the energy revolution. Plus, find out what a day in the life of an RBA economist is like.



Author: Charis Palmer
Charis is Managing Editor of Careers with STEM. She has spent her career making complex subjects fun and interesting for general audiences. She’s worked as a reporter, news editor and publisher/founder across science, energy, business/economics/markets and tech for organisations including The Conversation, iTnews, Monash University and Schwartz.