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Program

Program at a Glance

Degree Types

  • Associate Degree

Formats

  • In-Person
  • Online
  • Accelerated Hybrid

Length

  • 4 Semesters | Associate Degree
  • 2-4 Semesters | Certificate

Academic and Career Pathway

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Understand the Numbers That Shape Our World

Studying economics at College of DuPage helps you understand how decisions are made; by individuals, businesses and entire economies. You’ll learn how to interpret data, evaluate trade-offs, measure growth and apply economic thinking to real-world situations.

Students take economics courses to sharpen critical thinking, quantitative reasoning and analytical skills they can use every day—from managing personal finances to understanding markets, public policy and business decisions. Economics builds a practical mindset that supports success in almost any field.

Determine Your Path

As an economics major, you have a variety of career paths, including banking, finance, marketing, real estate, insurance and investment. 

At COD in the economics program, you'll discover:

  • Dedicated instructors with years of professional experience.
  • Instruction utilizing our state-of-the-art equipment and top-notch facilities.
  • Affordable courses to help you achieve success without creating overwhelming debt or draining your savings account.
  • Small class sizes to ensure you receive personalized attention.

Economics Transfer Pathway, A.A.

What is a Transfer Pathway?

A transfer pathway represents a typical course schedule/sequence for a student planning to complete the A.A. degree within two years, then transfer and major in a specific discipline. A transfer pathway is not institution-specific.

It is important to understand that the pathway provided in the adjacent tab is just one possible combination of classes by which to complete an A.A. and prepare for transfer in your chosen area of study. Other course combinations and sequences can work, too. It is strongly recommended that students work directly and frequently with a COD academic counselor/advisor, a COD faculty advisor, and academic counselors/advisors at potential transfer schools, to develop and execute a plan that works best for them.

Economics Transfer Pathway, A.S.

What is a Transfer Pathway?

A transfer pathway represents a typical course schedule/sequence for a student planning to complete the A.S. degree within two years, then transfer and major in a specific discipline. A transfer pathway is not institution-specific.

It is important to understand that the pathway provided in the adjacent tab is just one possible combination of classes by which to complete an A.S. and prepare for transfer in your chosen area of study. Other course combinations and sequences can work, too. It is strongly recommended that students work directly and frequently with a COD academic counselor/advisor, a COD faculty advisor, and academic counselors/advisors at potential transfer schools, to develop and execute a plan that works best for them.

Get Started Today

The first step to getting started is to apply for admission.

Academic and Career Pathways give you a roadmap to achieving your career goals. Follow a pathway based on your degree or certificate that outlines which classes you need to take and when so you graduate on time or move on to the next phase in your career.

Students who complete courses in economics will:

  • Interpret current economic data to make informed decisions.
  • Demonstrated growth in mastery of key economic concepts.
  • Understand and apply economic modeling to assess real world events.

Careers

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to your frequently asked questions regarding this program.

 

Graduates of the Economics program gain a new way of thinking and decision making that helps people achieve their goals. This way of thinking is universal and is adaptable to many different careers. 

If you have questions about the Economics program, contact the Social/Behavioral Sciences and the Library Division Office at (630) 942-2010.

 

 

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Contact Information

Social/Behavioral Sciences and the Library Division Office

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Contact

Location
Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 2E06

Phone
(630) 942-2010

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