Economics, Associate in Arts for Transfer
Economics, Associate in Arts for Transfer
The Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer Degree (Economics AA-T) and courses provide students with the analytical tools, real-world applications, and theoretical background necessary to comprehend economic events and understand the role of various economic institutions within the U.S. economy and the motivations and consequences of the interactions between nations and firms in the global economy.
The Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer Degree (Economics AA-T) is intended for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree in Economics or a similar major at a CSU campus. For a current list of what majors (and what options or areas of emphasis within that major) have been designated as “similar” to this degree at each CSU campus, please refer to CSU's Associate Degree for Transfer Major and Campus Search webpage and seek guidance from a Ventura College counselor. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, although not necessarily to a particular CSU campus or major.
To earn an Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer degree, students must meet the following requirements:
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Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units including both of the following:
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The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) requirements.
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The coursework required for the AA-T in Economics as listed in the Ventura College catalog.
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Obtain a grade of “C” or better or “P” in all courses required in the major. Even though a “pass-no-pass” is allowed (Title 5 §55062), it is highly recommended that students complete their major courses with a letter grade (A, B, or C).
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Obtain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some transfer institutions and majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
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Complete requirements in residency. For students in the Ventura County Community College District, a minimum of 12 semester units must be completed in residence within the college district.
| Course ID | Title | Units/Hours |
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| Required Core Courses | ||
| ECON C2002 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| ECON C2001 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| MATH V46 | Business Calculus | 3-5 |
| or MATH C2210 | Calculus I: Early Transcendentals | |
| Required Core Units | 13-15 | |
| Required Additional Courses | ||
List A: Select one course from the following: | ||
| ACCT V01A | Financial Accounting | 5 |
| ACCT V01B | Managerial Accounting | 5 |
| BUS V17 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| BUS V45 | Business Communications | 3 |
| MATH C2220 | Calculus II: Early Transcendentals | 5 |
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
List B: Select one course from the following: | ||
| Any course unused from List A | ||
| MATH V21C | Multivariable Calculus | 5 |
| MATH V22 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| Required Additional Units | 6-10 | |
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| Total Major Units | 19-25 | |
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| CalGETC General Education Pattern | ||
| Required Major Units | 19-25 | |
| CalGETC General Education Units | 34 | |
| Double-Counted Units | (6-9) | |
| Elective Units | 7-16 | |
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| Total Units for the A.A. for Transfer Degree | 60 | |
See a counselor or consult assist.org, if you plan to transfer to a UC campus or a college or university other than a CSU.
This Plan of Study applies to the Cal-GETC General Education Pattern and illustrates one sequence of courses to meet the degree requirements in two years. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to design a plan of study which will best meet their specific educational needs.
| Year 1 | ||
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| Fall Semester | Units/Hours | |
| ECON C2002 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 4 |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 6 | 3 | |
| Units/Hours | 17 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| ECON C2001 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| MATH C2210 or MATH V46 | Calculus I: Early Transcendentals or Business Calculus | 3-5 |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 1B | 3 | |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 3B | 3 | |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 4 * | 3 | |
| Units/Hours | 15-17 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| Select Course from Required Major List A ** | 3 | |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 3A | 3 | |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 5A | 3 | |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 5C | 1 | |
| Select Transferable Elective Course | 3 | |
| Units/Hours | 13 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| Select Course from Required Major List B *** | 3 | |
| Select Course...Cal-GETC Area 5B | 3 | |
| Select Transferable Elective Course | 3 | |
| Select Transferable Elective Course | 3 | |
| Select Transferable Elective Course | 3 | |
| Units/Hours | 15 | |
| Total Units/Hours | 60-62 | |
*POLS C1000 American Government and Politics (Units: 3) recommended by ECON department to satisfy Cal-GETC area 4
**MATH C2220 Calculus II: Early Transcendentals (Units: 5) recommended for students pursuing a BA in Economics
***MATH V21C Multivariable Calculus (Units: 5) recommended for students pursuing a BA in Economics