Course descriptionThe Associate in Arts in Economics program is designed to provide current and relevant knowledge of economic principles and policies. It prepares students for careers in financial institutions, the corporate world, and government agencies.
The graduate of the Associate in Arts in Economics program may apply all the credits earned toward a Bachelor of Science in Economics.
Also available: a Bachelor of Science in Economics.
Area 1: Core Component
ACC 100
Accounting I
BUS 100
Introduction to Business
CIS 105
Introduction to Information Systems
ENG 115
English Composition
MAT 105
Introduction to College Mathematics
22.5 Credit Hours
Area 2: Major Component
ECO 101
Microeconomics
ECO 102
Macroeconomics
ECO 250
Comparative Economic Systems
ECO 301
Intermediate Microeconomics
ECO 302
Intermediate Macroeconomics
ECO 305
International Economics
ECO 320
Money and Banking
FIN 100
Principles of Finance
36.0 Credit Hours
Area 3: General Studies Component
ENG 215
Research and Writing
HUM 101
The Origins of Western Culture
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SCI 110
Introduction to Physical Science
SCI 115
Introduction to Biology
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PSY 100
The Individual and Society
PSY 105
Introduction to Psychology
SOC 100
Introduction to Sociology
22.5 Credit Hours
Area 4: Elective Component
These courses are selected in consultation with the Academic Advisor.