Associate of Arts in Economics

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Analyze the current economic conditions in the United States and identify appropriate policy options.
• Apply fundamental economic concepts, including the construction of the primary economic models.
• Evaluate complex social and economic problems using theoretical tools and quantitative methods of business and economics.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the major elements of business and its terminology.

Program Requirements

Major Core Courses

• Financial Accounting 4
• Introduction to Business 3
• Introduction to Computer Information Systems 4
• Principles of Economics (Macro-Economics) 3
• Principles of Economics (Micro-Economics) 3
• Introduction to Statistics 4

Recommended Courses

• Introduction to Business Law (3)
• Human Relations in Business (3)

Major Requirements 21

Total Units 60

Upon completion of the appropriate baccalaureate degree and education, students will be prepared to enter occupations as follows: Economist (Financial, Political, Environmental, and Research and Education), Financial Advisor, Financial Analyst, Business Analyst, Actuary, Economic Affairs Officer, Accountant, Stock Broker, Investment Advisor, Banker, Economic Analyst, Budget Analyst, Industry Analyst, Loan Officer, Project Administrator, Research Assistant, State Policy Analyst, Statistician, Systems Analyst, Financial Examiner, and Auditor.