Associate of Arts Degree in Economics

About

An Associate of Arts (AA) Degree in Economics provides a rigorous introduction to the principles that govern markets, policy, and financial systems. This two-year program blends theoretical and applied economics with a liberal arts foundation, preparing students to analyze production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. It’s ideal for those interested in understanding competitive behavior, economic policy, and global trends. With coursework in microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistics, and calculus, students develop analytical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills. The degree also serves as a stepping stone to a bachelor’s program or entry-level roles in finance, government, research, and business strategy. Students within the Associate of Arts (Economics) Degree program will gain multi-disciplinary knowledge in the areas of theoretical and applied economics, as well as competitive behavior, economic policy, and the global economy. Students will acquire the tools to be able to analyze the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Financial Clerk,Accounting Assistant,Loan Officer Assistant,Sales Analyst (Junior), Market Research Assistant, Administrative Coordinator, Customer Service Supervisor, Real Estate Assistant, Insurance Claims Processor, Public Policy Intern, Data Entry Specialist, Budget Technician, Payroll Assistant, Procurement Assistant, Economic Development Assistant, Research Support Staff, Tax Preparer (Junior), Banking Operations Associate, Business Support Officer,Multilingual Client Relations Associate.