Economics
Associate in Arts DTA
Two-year Degree
90 Units
Are you interested in concepts like supply and demand? Are you curious about human behavior? Do you enjoy working with numbers? If yes, then a degree in economics could be a good fit for you. This pathway is designed to meet Associate of Arts degree requirements with a concentration in Economics while preparing you to transfer at the 3rd‑year level to a four‑year college to earn a bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, or another business‑related field.
In this pathway, you’ll study how people’s choices to satisfy their wants affect the consumption, production and trade of scarce resources. You’ll study topics such as inflation, taxes, pricing, employment, poverty, and capitalism. You'll also gain a theoretical framework to explain choices and behavior that can also be successfully applied to other areas of study, including politics, law, history, or education.
Whether you want a career in business, government or social sciences, the versatile economics degree will provide the framework for a variety of challenging career options.
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Program Information
The Economics pathway can lead to various career opportunities.
Examples include:
Career titles and data are supplied by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). For current employment and wage estimates, please visit O*NET OnLine.
A Bachelor's degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above.
Once you complete this Associate degree, additional education opportunities include:
- A bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, business, business administration, marketing or a related field at a four-year college or university.
- A Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree at one of the Seattle Colleges.
South Seattle College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Graduates from South have also transferred to out-of-state institutions.
Program and admissions requirements vary from college to college. Contact an advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice.
The Economics pathway meets requirements for the Associate in Arts DTA (AA) degree. A complete list of degree requirements is available on the AA Degree page under Program Requirements.
Units
The sample schedule and quarterly to-do list below will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The sample schedule assumes a fall quarter start and is constrained by 6 quarters, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level. Some classes listed may require a pre-requisite class. Some courses are offered in a variety of formats including online (e-learning), in-person, and hybrid. Available formats vary by quarter. Please work with your advisor to create a customized education plan that meets your goals.
Before you begin:
- Please visit the Steps to Enroll page for everything you need to do.
- Review the Academic Calendar for key enrollment dates.
- If you need help with the Steps to Enroll, please contact the Welcome Center.
- Research and apply for grants and scholarships. Visit the Benefits Hub.
Quarter 1, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 101 | English Composition I | 5 |
| MATH& 141 | Precalculus I | 5 |
| Elective | Choose a course | 5 |
Quarter 2, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 102 | Composition II | 5 |
| Foreign Language I or VLPA Course | Choose a course | 5 |
| MATH& 142 | Precalculus II | 5 |
Quarter 3, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| POLS& 203 | International Relations | 5 |
| Foreign Language II or Elective | Choose a course | 5 |
| MATH& 151 | Calculus I | 5 |
Quarter 4, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECON& 201 | Micro Economics | 5 |
| GEOL& 101 or CHEM& 121 | Choose a course | 5 |
| Elective | Choose a course | 5 |
Quarter 5, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECON& 202 | Macro Economics | 5 |
| HUM 105 | Intercultural Communication | 5 |
| Elective | 5 |
Quarter 6, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENVS Course | Choose a course | 5 |
| MATH 211 (Taken at NSC) | 5 | |
| CMST Course | Choose a course | 5 |
Program data from ctcLink:
- Academic Plan: LASDTAA
- Degree: AA-DTA
- Plan Transcript Description: Associate in Arts DTA
- Academic Plan Currently Offered: Yes
- Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP): 24.0101
New or Prospective Students: Please connect with the Welcome Center to discuss South’s program options and for help navigating the Steps to Enroll.
Welcome Center
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southwelcomecenter@seattlecolleges.edu
206/934-7943
Current Students: Please connect with Advising to create an education plan and discuss specific class offerings for your program.
Advising Center
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advisorsouth@seattlecolleges.edu
206/934-5387
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