Economics

AA

ADT

The curriculum in the Economics Associate Degree program is designed to provide the transfer student the opportunity to achieve an Associate degree. While a baccalaureate or higher degree is recommended for those considering professional careers related to this major, earning the Associate degree would demonstrate achievement and may support attempts to gain entry-level employment and promotion.

The Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer degree provides a foundation in economics and the mathematics necessary for upper-division economics for students planning to transfer into a baccalaureate program in economics. This background should provide students with the tools to complete a bachelor's degree successfully. Students who complete the Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer degree receive priority admission to the California State University system, though admission to a specific campus is not guaranteed. While an associate degree may support attempts to gain entry-level employment or promotion, a baccalaureate or higher degree is recommended for those considering professional careers that can be achieved through transfer. The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees: Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including the following: The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education- Breadth requirements. A minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in a major area of emphasis as determined by the community college district. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Students must earn a ''C'' or better in all courses required in the major.