Economics, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer
Banner Code: 3_AAT_ECON
Control Number: 37669
Financial Aid Eligible
An Associate in Arts for Transfer in Economics degree will introduce students to the fundamentals of economics. Students will develop a set of principles and models in microeconomics and macroeconomics that can be used to explain the decision-making process of individuals, firms, and society with a focus on application of these concepts to solving economic problems. The degree also emphasizes enhancement of quantitative skills to be applied to economic applications and decision making. The courses in the Economics degree will provide students with the necessary foundation needed as preparation for upper division courses in economic theory in completion of a Baccalaureate Degree in Economics.
The Associate in Arts for Transfer in Economics degree will prepare students for transfer to the CSU for a degree in Economics. It also provides an AA degree for students who plan to transfer to the UC for a degree in Economics.
Associate Degrees for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) are open to all Coastline students. Students who do not plan on transferring to a California State University school should consult their Counselor regarding the benefits of an AA-T/AS-T degree based on their goals. Students earning an AA-T or AS-T and intending on transferring to a California State University school receive transfer admission benefits for specific majors at many California State University campuses. Visit the Transfer Information catalog page for more information.
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Apply fundamental economic concepts and standard economic models to explain the interaction of the major components of the American economy regarding relevant economic issues – i.e., output, employment, growth, inflation, and stabilization policy – in both the short and long run. (Knowledge)
- Select appropriate models, concepts, and methods of analysis to apply to quantitative and qualitative problem situations while communicating the economic logic upon which the solution is based. (Effective communication)
Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements
- Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. A minimum of 12 units must be in residence at Coastline College.
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework.
- Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units in an Associate Degree for Transfer major as detailed in the catalog.
- Certified Completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE Breadth - Coastline’s Option 2 General Education pattern), OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC - Coastline Option 3 General Education pattern).
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| Complete the following: | ||
| ECON C170 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECON C175 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| MATH C160 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| MATH C180 | Calculus 1 | 5 |
| List A | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3-5 | |
| Financial Accounting | ||
| Managerial Accounting | ||
| Business Communication | ||
| Information Systems, Programming, and Database Management | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Precalculus | ||
| List B | ||
| Select any course not previously taken from List A or one course below: | 3-5 | |
| Economic Issues and Policy | ||
or MATH C280 | Calculus 3 | |
| Units Required for the Major | 21-25 | |
| CSU General Education or IGETC pattern | 37-39 | |
| Transfer Electives as needed to reach 60 transferable units | Varies | |
| Total for Degree | 60 | |
Economics ADT Program Map
This Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) program map is a recommended example of all major (program) requirements as well as general education requirements for two-year completion or transfer. This path may be altered to fit your individual academic needs. These two-year program maps were created by program faculty and counselors and demonstrate a recommended path to completion. Students are advised to meet with a Coastline Counselor for individualized program planning.
Your Path to Success
Follow this path to earn your ADT in Economics in 2 years.
Don’t forget to consult a counselor for an education plan!
See a graphic of the Economics Associate Degree for Transfer roadmap.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Semester | ||
| MATH C160 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| ENGL C100 | Freshman Composition | 4 |
| COUN C105 | Strategies for College Success | 3 |
| ECON C110 | Economic Issues and Policy | 3 |
| PSCI C180 | American Government | 3 |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| ECON C170 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ENGL C102 | Critical Reasoning, Reading, and Writing | 3 |
| BUS C100 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| CMST C110 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| GEOL C105 | General Geology | 3 |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| ECON C175 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| HIST C175 | United States History since 1876 | 3 |
| PSYC C100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ACCT C101 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| MRSC C100 | Introduction to Marine Science | 3 |
| MRSC C100L | Marine Sciences Lab | 1 |
| 4th Semester | ||
| SOC C233 | Racial and Ethnic Relations in America | 3 |
| PHIL C120 | Ethics | 3 |
| ART C105 | Introduction to Art | 3 |
| MATH C140 | Business Calculus | 4 |