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This program map from the 2024-2025 catalog year represents one possible pathway to complete this program. Your pathway may vary depending on your transfer plans and also previous college credit, including AP Test scores, concurrent enrollment courses and high school articulated courses.

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Program Description

The goal of the AA-T Economics Program is to  prepare you for a four-year upper division institution of your choice. There are many alternative pathways that you may choose to satisfy this program. However, the more prestigious and selective the four-year school, the more they require a strong quantitative background.


What can I do with this major?

The Economics major prepares the student for a broad variety of careers, including those in law, journalism, banking and insurance, government, teaching, and research. In addition, the study of economics has become essential in today’s dynamic and complex business environment.

As of 2008, 28% of economics graduates ended up in business, finance, or associated professions. A 2013 University of Michigan study showed that Economics professors were the second highest paid from among 27 other disciplines with a median salary of $92,070 per year that included both masters’ degrees and PhDs.

The number of jobs over the next decade is expected to increase by about 14% from 2012 to 2022. Typical responsibilities of an economist are to:

  • research and analyze economic issues
  • analyze data using mathematical models and statistical techniques
  • prepare reports, tables, and charts that present research results
  • interpret and forecast market trends, advise business, governments, and individuals on economic problems
  • write articles for publications in academic journals and other media sources.

Learning and Career Pathway
  • Business, Economics & Information Technology

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= Critical Course = Prerequisite for Other Courses = Prerequisite Required = Required for Major GE = General Education

Semester 1

15-17 units

ECN 1
Principles of Microeconomics

3 units
Economic analysis of market systems, price theory, including supply and demand analysis, marginal utility, elasticity, cost and revenue concepts, perfect and imperfect competition, international trade theory, pricing of the factors of production, poverty and income inequalities.
Course Details:
  1. Strongly Recommended: ENGL 1A
  2. Prerequisite: MTH 53
  3. Prerequisite: MTH 53B
  4. Prerequisite: MTH 65
  5. Prerequisite: MTH 65B
    6. or
  • Transfers to CSU

    • Calculus course (Choose MTH 1 or MTH 15) 1

    3-5 units

    MTH 1
    Calculus I

    5 units
    This course is the first in the three-course calculus sequence intended for majors in math, engineering, and physical sciences. The course covers elements of analytic geometry, derivatives, limits and continuity, differentiation of algebraic and trigonometric functions, and the definite integral. Application to the sciences are also covered.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: MTH 20
    2. Prerequisite: MTH 22
    3. Prerequisite: MTH 21
    4. Prerequisite: MTH 31
    5. Prerequisite: MTH 31S
    6. Prerequisite: MTH 36
    7. Prerequisite: MTH 36S
    8. Prerequisite: MTH 37
  • Transfers to UC/CSU
    • or

    MTH 15
    Applied Calculus I

    3 units
    Differential calculus of algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions; introduction to integral calculus. Applications in business, economics and the life and social sciences.

    English 1- Critical Reading and Composition

    4 units
    GE

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    Elective- see a counselor to choose a course that counts for elective units (can be any credit course). Take any course for 2 units if needed to bring the semester total to 15 units.

    2 units
    • 1 - Starting at MTH 1 or MTH 15 is dependent upon Math placement. Complete the Math Course Selection in ClassWeb and see a counselor for correct Math course level.

    Semester 2

    15-17 units

    ECN 2
    Principles of Macroeconomics

    3 units
    Economic analysis of the theory of income determination, including national income analysis, business cycles, the consumption function, the multiplier, fiscal policy, monetary policy, money and banking, the public debt, economic growth and development, comparative economic systems and international trade.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: ENGL 1A
    2. Prerequisite: MTH 53
      3. or
    3. Prerequisite: MTH 53B
      4. or
    4. Prerequisite: MTH 65
      5. or
    5. Prerequisite: MTH 65B
      6. or
  • Transfers to CSU

    • List A Course (MTH 2 or BUS 1A recommended; see a counselor to choose the best course for your transfer and career goals).

    3-5 units
    MTH 2 or BUS 1A recommended
    See the full list: (Click here)

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    4 units
    GE

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    Elective- see a counselor to choose a course that counts for elective units (can be any credit course).

    2 units

    Semester 3

    15-18 units

    MTH 43
    Introduction to Probability and Statistics

    4 units
    Descriptive statistics, including measures of central tendency and dispersion; elements of probability; tests of statistical hypotheses (one and two populations); correlation and regression; ANOVA; applications in various fields. Introduction to the use of computer software package to complete both descriptive and inferential statistics problems. May not receive credit if Mathematics 35 has been completed.

    List B Course. (MTH 3 or BUS 1B isrecommended; see a counselor to choose the best course for your transfer and career goals).

    3-5 units
    BUS 1B or MTH 3 recommended
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    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3-4 units
    GE

    Elective- see a counselor to choose a course that counts for elective units (can be any credit course).

    2 units

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    Semester 4

    15 units

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    Elective- see a counselor to choose a course that counts for elective units (can be any credit course).

    3 units

    List A

    Select one course (3-5units) from the list below. 

    ENGL 4A
    Critical Thinking and Writing about Literature

    4 units
    Develops skills in close reading, critical thinking, analytical and argumentative writing, research, and information literacy through the study of works from major literary genres. Works will include poetry, fiction (short stories and novel), and drama, but may also include alternative genres such as creative nonfiction, graphic novels, spoken word, flash fiction, and lyrics. Primary texts will showcase diverse writers, including marginalized voices.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: ENGL 1
      2. or
    2. Prerequisite: ENGL 1A
  • Transfers to CSU

    • ENGL 7A
    Critical Thinking and Writing across Disciplines

    4 units
    Develops critical thinking, reading, and writing skills as they apply to the analysis of primary and secondary non-fiction books, articles, and essays from a range of academic and cultural contexts. Primary texts will showcase diverse writers, including marginalized voices. Theme based units will emphasize the techniques and principles of effective written argument in research-based writing across disciplines.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: ENGL 1
      2. or
    2. Prerequisite: ENGL 1A
  • Transfers to CSU

    • BIOL 2
    Principles of Cell/Molecular Biology and Genetics

    5 units
    Principles of the structure and function of biological molecules, viruses, prokaryotic, and eukaryotic cells with emphasis on homeostasis, cell reproduction and its controls, molecular and transmission genetics, control of gene expression and interactions, genetic control of pattern formation in development, and cell metabolism. Intended for biological sciences majors.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: BIOL 4
      2. or
    2. Prerequisite: BIOL 6
      3. and
    3. Prerequisite: CHEM 1A
      4. and
    4. Prerequisite: MTH 55

    Intro to Biology Course (Choose one)

    4 units

    BIOL 10
    Introduction to the Science of Biology

    4 units
    Basic principles of biology, cell biology, and genetics, with the nature of living things, and the nature of scientific investigation and its bioethical impact in our modern world. Designed for non-majors in biology or the biomedical sciences.
    Course Details:
    or

    BIOL 31
    Introduction to College Biology

    4 units
    Basic principles of biology. Cell structure and function, cell division, cell metabolism, reproduction, genetics, taxonomy, origin of life, and evolution. Laboratory emphasis on developing various laboratory skills, using the metric system, collecting data, graphing, interpreting data, and preparing for and taking laboratory exams. Designed to prepare the necessary concepts and laboratory skills and experience that are needed to succeed in more advanced courses in biology. Geared towards Allied Health students.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: ENGL 1A
    2. Strongly Recommended: MTH 53

    BUS 1A
    Financial Accounting

    4 units
    Explores financial accounting, its importance and how it is used by internal and external users as a decision-making tool. Covers accounting information systems; application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to value assets, liabilities, and equity; preparation, interpretation and analysis of financial statements. Includes topics on cash flow statement, cash and accrual accounting concepts, merchandising operation, internal controls and ethics, reporting and accounting for receivables, payables, long-term assets and liabilities, inventory, depreciation, stockholders’ equity, stocks and bonds.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: BUS 7

    BUS 1B
    Managerial Accounting

    4 units
    Examines how managers use accounting information in decision-making, planning, directing, operating, and controlling. Emphasis on cost terms and concepts, cost structure, cost behavior, cost-volume-profit analysis, profit planning, budgeting, budgetary controls, cost controls, accounting for manufacturing costs and ethics.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: BUS 1A
  • Transfers to CSU

    • Chemistry Course (Choose one)

    4-5 units

    CHEM 1A
    General College Chemistry I

    5 units
    Introduction to atomic structure, bonding, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gases, matter and energy, oxidation-reduction, chemical equations, liquids and solids, solutions, chemical energetics and equilibrium. Laboratory includes both quantitative and qualitative experiments.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: MTH 55
      2. or
    2. Prerequisite: MTH 55B
    3. Prerequisite: CHEM 31
      4. or
    or

    CHEM 10
    Introduction to Chemistry

    4 units
    A non-mathematical survey of the basic concepts of chemistry that stresses a humanistic approach. Designed for non-science majors. Topics include basic structure, properties and reactivity of matter and energy as they relate to environmental issues, nutrition, medicine, material science and other current topics.
    Course Details:
    or

    CHEM 30A
    Introductory and Applied Chemistry I

    4 units
    Chemistry of inorganic compounds, atomic theory, bonding, equations, gas laws, solutions, acid-base theory and oxidation-reduction. Designed to meet the requirements of certain programs in allied health and technological fields and for general education.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: MTH 65
    2. Prerequisite: MTH 65B
      3. or
    3. Prerequisite: MTH 65L
      4. or
    4. Prerequisite: MTH 53
      5. or
    5. Prerequisite: MTH 53B
    or

    CHEM 31
    Introduction to College Chemistry

    4 units
    Elementary concepts of chemistry with emphasis on mathematical calculations; includes nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic structure, gas laws, and acids and bases. Designed for majors in science and engineering.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: MTH 55
      2. or
    2. Prerequisite: MTH 55B

    CSCI 10
    Introduction to Programming Using Visual BASIC.NET

    4 units
    Introduction to computer programming using Microsoft’s programming language Visual BASIC.NET for Windows. The course includes programming algorithm development, Visual Studio.NET’s IDE, the language’s basic syntax and grammar, object event procedures, input/output, looping techniques, decision logic, variable data types, functions and subroutines and text file and database manipulation. Intended for a general audience with little or no prior formal programming experience.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: CSCI 7
      2. or
    2. Strongly Recommended: CSCI 8
      3. or

    MTH 20
    Pre-Calculus Mathematics

    5 units
    Rational functions and relations with emphasis on logical development and graphing. Solutions of polynomial equations and inequalities, the binomial theorem, strengthening of skills in working with exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, equations, graphs, and applications.

    MTH 2
    Calculus II

    5 units
    Continuation of differential and integral calculus, including transcendental, and inverse functions. Techniques of integration, numerical integration, parametric equations, polar coordinates, sequences, power series and Taylor series. Primarily for mathematics, physical science, and engineering majors.

    SOCI 1
    Principles of Sociology

    3 units
    Designed to illuminate the way students see their social world. Uses a sociological perspective: scientific study of human interaction and society, with emphasis on impact of groups on social behavior. Includes the systematic examination of culture, socialization, social organization, social class, race, gender, deviance, social change and empirical methodology. These content areas are woven throughout the fabric of the course, particularly as they affect the lives of at least three of the following groups: African Americans, Latino Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans, Middle Eastern Americans and/or women.

    List B

    Select one course (3-5 units) from the list below.

    Any course(s) not used in List A

    ECN 10
    General Economics

    3 units
    Survey of the economic system of the United States, covering such macroeconomic and microeconomic topics as supply and demand, firms’ output and pricing decisions, international trade, comparative economic systems, economic growth, business cycles, fiscal and monetary policy, labor, and money and banking.
    Course Details:

    MTH 3
    Multivariable Calculus

    5 units
    Vector valued functions, functions of several variables, partial differentiation, multiple integration, change of variables theorem, scalar and vector fields, gradient, divergence, curl, line integral, surface integral, Theorems of Green, Stokes and Gauss, applications.
    Total Units: 60-67 units
    This program map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.