Economics (A.A. Emphasis)

Economics

Economics is a social science that examines the way society makes resource allocation choices through the production and distribution of goods and services. Economics provides valuable insight into how the modern world works and is excellent training and practice in critical thinking and an understanding of the complex political economic issues that face the U.S. and world today.

At a Glance

• Degrees/Certificates: Economics emphasis
• Program Type: Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree
• Focus: Elective courses allow you to focus on your economics interests
• Courses Offered: Both macroeconomics and microeconomics
• Macroeconomics: Deals with choices and how the economist’s set of tools helps in making decisions at an aggregated level
• Microeconomics: Looks at choice problems and the economist’s rules and concepts for solving them in the realm of decision-makers -- individuals, households, businesses, governments, labor unions, etc.

Careers

What economists “do with economics” depends on the student. Many economic majors go to graduate school and then accept positions in economics, law or business. Others become journalists, social activists, or more. Bright outlook career growth for Economists. Visit Occupational Information Network (O*NET) to view salary information, employment outlook, training and personal characteristics needed for this career.

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