Economics

The Field

Economists seek to investigate, record and understand the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services.

To succeed in Economics, students will need to develop strong reading, writing, critical thinking and analytical skills, as well as demonstrate a passion for understanding a truly interconnected world.

Career Outlook

Working in the field of Economics provides a unique opportunity to study the diversity of human experience in relation to the way we interact with material wealth which will help us to better understand the world around us. A degree in Economics provides a broad base of knowledge that can be applied to a wide range of careers including finance, government service, law, communications, consulting, journalism and more. The demand for jobs and the pay for these careers varies widely across the nation and the State of California.

The State of California Employment Development Department provides an online Occupational Guide that provides helpful job descriptions, job outlooks and wages, and qualification requirements for a wide variety of careers. Use this guide to find more information about a career that may interest you.

Check out the Economics classes offered in upcoming semesters.

Check out the class schedule

Program	Type	Total Units
Economics for Transfer	AA-T	60 Units

Upon completion of the program students will be able to:

• Ability to measure and interpret the causes and consequences of business cycle fluctuations and formulate appropriate government policies to stabilize the economy.
• Ability to compare and contrast the characteristics and outcomes of perfectly and imperfectly competitive markets and formulate appropriate government policies address imperfect competition and market failures.
• Ability to interpret current economic events and policy in terms of business cycle fluctuations and imperfect competition, and from alternative economic perspectives.