Economics
Associate Degree
Overview
Economics concentration of the Associate in Arts degree will provide students with a strong foundation in economic theory, critical thinking, quantitative analysis, and analytical decision-making. This pathway is designed to prepare students for seamless transfer to four-year institutions or to enter the workforce. It aligns with the curriculum at four-year institutions, ensuring that students can continue their studies without losing credits. The pathway incorporates both theoretical and applied coursework, allowing students to develop a well-rounded understanding of how economic forces shape business, government, and society.
Through the study of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and international economics, students will gain the afore mentioned essential skills(critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and problem-solving). These competencies not only enhance transfer readiness but also improve employability in fields that value analytical decision-making and data literacy. Earning a degree in economics opens the door to many fields to include business, finance, law, policy analysis, and public administration.
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
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| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours) |
ENG-101 |
English Comp I English Comp I ID: ENG-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate reading and multimedia selections, with frequent assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of the basic techniques of research is also presented. |
• | • | • | • | 3 |
| ECO-105 |
Introduction to Economic Principles Introduction to Economic Principles ID: ECO-105 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of basic micro/macro economic concepts, including economic problems and decisions. Topics include the free enterprise and other economic systems. |
• | 3 | ||||
| MUS-105 |
Music Appreciation Music Appreciation ID: MUS-105 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to the study of music with focus on the elements of music and their relationships, the musical characteristics of representative works and composers, common musical forms and genres of various western and non-western historical style periods, and appropriate listening experiences. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| COL-105 |
Freshman Seminar Freshman Seminar ID: COL-105 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the purposes of higher education and provides a general orientation to the functions and resources of the college. The course is designed to help freshmen adjust to the college community, develop a better understanding of the learning process, and acquire essential academic survival skills. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| MAT-120 |
Probability and Statistics Probability and Statistics ID: MAT-120 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to probability and statistics. Topics include organization of data, calculating probabilities, counting principles, binomial and normal distributions, central limit theorem, confidence, intervals, hypothesis tests, linear regression, and correlation. (Graphic calculator required) |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours) |
ENG-102 |
English Comp II English Comp II ID: ENG-102 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: development of writing skills through logical organization, effective style, critical reading, and research. |
• | • | • | • | 3 |
| SOC-101 |
Introduction to Sociology Introduction to Sociology ID: SOC-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course emphasizes the fundamental concepts and principles of sociology, including culture, socialization, interaction, social groups and stratification, effects of population growth, and technology in society and social institutions. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| ECO-211 |
Microeconomics Microeconomics ID: ECO-211 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the study of the behavior of households and firms, including supply and demand, elasticity, price/input in different market structures, pricing of resources, regulations, and comparative advantage and trade. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| MAT-110 |
College Algebra College Algebra ID: MAT-110 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; systems of equations and inequalities; matrices; and solutions of higher degree polynomials. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| PSC-201 |
American Government American Government ID: PSC-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of American federal governmental institutions with a focus on the Constitution and key founding documents; the functions of executive, legislative and judicial branches; civil liberties and rights; and the role and influence of the electorate, interest groups, and the media. The impact of current events on the national government and institutions is emphasized. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 (16 Credit Hours) |
ECO-210 |
Macroeconomics Macroeconomics ID: ECO-210 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the study of fundamental principles and policies of a modern economy to include markets and prices, national income accounting, cycles, employment theory and fiscal policy, banking and monetary controls, and the government's role in economic decisions and growth. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| ACC-101 |
Accounting Principles I Accounting Principles I ID: ACC-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces basic accounting procedures for analyzing, recording and summarizing financial transactions, adjusting and closing the financial records at the end of the accounting cycle, and preparing financial statements. Students identify sound ethical and personal values. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| SPC-205 |
Public Speaking Public Speaking ID: SPC-205 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to principles of public speaking with application of speaking skills. Students entering this course must be able to communicate clearly with American speakers of English. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| MAT-130 |
Elementary Calculus Elementary Calculus ID: MAT-130 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: differentiation and integration of polynomials; rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; and interpretation and application of these processes. (Graphic calculator required) |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| GEO-205 |
Physical Geography Physical Geography ID: GEO-205 Credit Hours: 4 This course introduces the basic principles and methods of physical geography and applies them to the study of the Earth's atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. |
• | • | 4 | |||
| Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours) |
ECO-207 |
International Economics International Economics ID: ECO-207 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of topics in international economics including the causes and consequences of economic development, international trade, and the emerging global economic systems. |
3 | ||||
| PSC-205 |
Politics and Government Politics and Government ID: PSC-205 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the concepts and problems involved in man's relationships with governments and political change. This course emphasizes comparative institutions of government, analysis of political behavior, and political ideology. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| BUS-130 |
Business Communications Business Communications ID: BUS-130 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the application of communication skills to situations routinely encountered in business environments. Students will generate oral and written reports and presentation. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| ACC-102 |
Accounting Principles II Accounting Principles II ID: ACC-102 Credit Hours: 3 This course emphasizes managerial accounting theory and practice in basic accounting and procedures for cost accounting, budgeting, cost-volume analysis, and financial statement analysis. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| HIS-102 |
Western Civilization Post 1689 Western Civilization Post 1689 ID: HIS-102 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a survey of western civilization from 1689 to the present, including major political, social, economic, and intellectual factors which shape the modern western world. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 61 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$12,444.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Transfer to a four-year college
Through the study of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and international economics, students will gain the afore mentioned essential skills(critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and problem-solving). These competencies enhance transfer readiness.