Economics

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The earliest humans likely traded pelts and berries. Travelers heading west across the early plains bartered for wagon wheels and food. Across the centuries, we have produced, exchanged and consumed goods and services, whether or not we called that an economy.

We will continue to be economic beings and societies long into the future. When you analyze our world through this lens, you gain a certain set of skills. These practical, technical skills transfer into a variety of roles. Now, if you could do something about gas prices, that would be a bonus.

Why study Economics with us?

Work with our Academic Success Advisors to plan your transfer to a 4-year institution. We can recommend schools that fit your future goals.

Your instructors know you by name—not by number. At CLC, the instructors are teachers first, researchers second. They dedicate their careers to helping you learn and understand the relationship of economics to the development of countries.

You learn the same material studied at 4-year schools, while you receive the personal attention and feedback possible only in small class sizes.

Look into the value of economics to our society—with some fun facts at the end.

Highlights

  • 100% Online

    Can be completed 100% online.
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  • Transfer Degree

    Save on your first 2 years and transfer your credits to the 4-year school of your choice.
  • Program Length: 2 Years

    Full-time students finish in 2 years.

Transfer Degree

For students planning to transfer to a 4-year college or university for a bachelor’s degree.

These programs are built around general education classes that lead to an associate degree designed to transfer to a 4-year school. CLC participates in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) to ensure that approved courses will transfer to other participating colleges and universities. Transfer degrees typically take 2 years* to complete.

*Assumes full-time enrollment.

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Courses in the program

Build your foundation with math and economics courses. Then, mix in some science and humanities electives that match your interests and goals.

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Experience the benefit of small class sizes and personalized instruction from your CLC instructors.



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