Associate Degree

Associate Degree in Economics

The Economics program at Atlanta University of Georgia is dedicated to the study of economic systems, market dynamics, and financial analysis. Students explore economic theory, policy analysis, and qu...

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Duration

16

Total Courses

96 Hours

Credit Hours

$48,000

Total Cost

Economics

Program Overview

The Economics program at Atlanta University of Georgia is dedicated to the study of economic systems, market dynamics, and financial analysis. Students explore economic theory, policy analysis, and quantitative methods. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in economics, finance, research, and government. They play a vital role in analyzing economic trends, influencing policy decisions, and contributing to the economic well-being of individuals and society.

Key Highlights

Flexible Schedule

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Admission Criteria

High School Diploma, GED Or Equiv. International Education

Course Curriculum by Modules

Explore our comprehensive curriculum designed to provide you with industry-relevant skills and knowledge.

01

Module 1: General Courses

10 courses in this module

B-057
Introduction to the Humanities

The course explores philosophic and artistic heritage of humanity expressed through a historical per...

Course Overview

The course explores philosophic and artistic heritage of humanity expressed through a historical perspective on visual arts, music, and literature. Topics include myth, literature, art, music, television, cinema, and the theater. Also discussed are provocative issues in the humanities - religion, morality, happiness, death, freedom, and controversies in the arts.

AAS-085
Social and Cultural Geography

Social and Cultural Geography considers why geography matters to the analysis and understanding soci...

Course Overview

Social and Cultural Geography considers why geography matters to the analysis and understanding social relations, cultural identity and social inequality. Course examines how social life is structured at a variety of scales with respect to ethnicity, industries, services, urban patterns, and resources of world as a whole.

B-158
English Composition

English Composition provides you with rhetorical foundations that prepare them for academic and prof...

Course Overview

English Composition provides you with rhetorical foundations that prepare them for academic and professional writing. You will learn the strategies and processes that successful writers employ as you work to accomplish specific purposes. You will develop skills in writing unified, coherent, well-developed essays using correct grammar and effective sentence structure.

B-200
College Algebra

College Algebra provides an overview of the fundamental concepts of algebra: an understanding of the...

Course Overview

College Algebra provides an overview of the fundamental concepts of algebra: an understanding of the general concepts of relation and function; and the ability to solve practical problems using algebra.

B-336
World Religions

World Religions course offers the broadest coverage of world religions as they exist today; helping...

Course Overview

World Religions course offers the broadest coverage of world religions as they exist today; helping you understand the ideology behind the many religions that strive today. While it is impossible to cover all religions, it does cover those of the vast majority of people.

AAS-370
Ethics

Evenly balanced between theory and applications, this course shows you how to establish an ethical t...

Course Overview

Evenly balanced between theory and applications, this course shows you how to establish an ethical theory and how to apply it to a range of specific moral issues. This course examines ethical problems in such areas as mercy killing, personal relations, business, sexuality, medicine, and the environment.

B-460
Art Appreciation

This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the rela...

Course Overview

This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of design principles to various art forms including but not limited to sculpture, painting, and architecture. Upon completion, you should be able to identify and analyze a variety of artistic styles, periods, and media.

AAS-584
Pre-Calculus

This course provides the mathematical foundation for an introductory calculus course. In addition to...

Course Overview

This course provides the mathematical foundation for an introductory calculus course. In addition to a brief review of basic algebra, the course covers equations and inequalities; functions, models, and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometric functions; and trigonometric identities and equations.

B-825
Human Biology

This course is an introductory study of the human body, including the basic structure and function o...

Course Overview

This course is an introductory study of the human body, including the basic structure and function of the major organ systems (nervous, endocrine, circulatory, reproductive, etc.) and the effects of diet, exercise, stress and environmental change on human health.

AAS-902
World History

World History course present the big picture, to facilitate comparison and assessment of change, and...

Course Overview

World History course present the big picture, to facilitate comparison and assessment of change, and to highlight major developments in world's history. This course emphasizes the global interactions of major civilizations so that you can compare and assess changes in the patterns of interaction and the impact of global forces.

02

Module 2: Core Courses

3 courses in this module

SS-196
Introduction to Mass Communication

This course explores system-wide view of the interacting social, historical, economic, and technolog...

Course Overview

This course explores system-wide view of the interacting social, historical, economic, and technological forces at work in today's rapidly evolving mass media. The course combines concrete practice of journalism with empirical research, enabling you to comprehend the impact of dynamic media that are an integral part of our lives today.

SS-395
English Rhetoric

English Rhetoric course concentrates on using processes and skills common to all good academic writi...

Course Overview

English Rhetoric course concentrates on using processes and skills common to all good academic writing. Course comprises of five major parts: discussion of writing process; guidelines for writing essays in each rhetorical mode; a look at writing with sources; anthology of reading selections; and complete introduction of grammar and usage. 

SS-812
Introduction to Economics

This course will motivate you to learn economics through real business examples. You all can relate...

Course Overview

This course will motivate you to learn economics through real business examples. You all can relate to businesses they encounter in their everyday lives. Course provides an introduction to methodology and analytical tools used by economists. Economic theory, policy and history are examined with major emphasis on macroeconomics and microeconomics.

03

Module 3: Specialized Courses

3 courses in this module

ECO-017
Introduction to Banking

This is a course on money, banking and financial markets. By the end of this course, you will unders...

Course Overview

This is a course on money, banking and financial markets. By the end of this course, you will understand the basic principles of financial system. The course provides details of banking concepts like: what is money, interest rates, stock market, Federal Reserve System, monetary and fiscal policy, supply/demand of money.

ECO-118
Introduction to Engineering Economics

This course presents engineering economy in the content context of the entire decision-making framew...

Course Overview

This course presents engineering economy in the content context of the entire decision-making framework. It introduces and integrates the concept of cash flows, how companies handle risk, analyze risks and implement and evaluate solutions with respect to the situations.

ECO-233
Introduction to Microeconomics

The purpose of the course is to give you a thorough understanding of principles of economics that ar...

Course Overview

The purpose of the course is to give you a thorough understanding of principles of economics that are applied to the functions of individual decision makers, both consumers and producers, within the larger economic system. Provides an in-depth study of demand and supply, market structure, competition, with a global perspective.

Tuition & Fees Breakdown

Total Program Investment

$48,000

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Fee Component Amount
Total Program Cost
$48,000
Financial Aid Available

Multiple financing options and scholarships are available to help you achieve your educational goals.

Admissions & Eligibility Requirements

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Eligibility Criteria

High School Diploma, GED Or Equiv. International Education

Credit Hours Required

96 Hours credit hours

Program Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

16 total courses in the program

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