Economics
The Associate Degree for Transfer in economics is designed to provide students with a foundation in macroeconomic and microeconomic theory, supported by in-depth study of relevant mathematics and exposure to the field’s connection to business studies. Students will acquire knowledge of core economic models to understand how the national economy functions, the fundamental laws of supply and demand, and an introduction to international trade. Students will be able to assess fiscal and monetary policy actions, economic growth, price level changes, and the allocation of goods and resources in competitive and monopolistic markets.
Students who chose to major in economics may select from several types career opportunities. Successful studies provide students with a broad skill set including data analysis, problem solving, technical writing, and complex communication applicable to numerous career paths including but not limited to private business finance and analytics, government advisement and services, public policy development, education, entrepreneurship and legal studies.
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