Economics is a behavioral science which focuses on how human beings allocate their scarce resources. Economics provides students with the skills necessary to understand real world issues and to better evaluate individual and group behavior in the context of global scarcity. Our instructors are actively involved in the student learning process challenging students to think critically and to explore economics on both a micro and macro global level.

Mission

The mission of the Economics Department at South Suburban College is to develop the ability of our students to understand economic concepts and the skills to apply those concepts to the making of intelligent decisions for themselves, in business life, and in public policy.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

• Be able to identify economic issues and problems, gather data needed to evaluate them, and analyze the data to gain insights into economic behavior and formulate possible solutions.
• Be able to apply mainstream macroeconomics theory to explain and predict events in the aggregate economy, including roles played by fiscal and monetary policies.
• Be able to utilize demand and supply curves, use comparative static analysis and the concept of elasticity of demand and supply.

Recommended AA Transfer Curriculum for Economics

This is only a suggested transfer program and might not be appropriate for every student. Some four-year institutions accept more than 62 credits in transfer to complete requirements in Economics. Consult the College & Career Success Center for help in selecting courses appropriate for the program at the college or university where you plan to transfer.

Faculty are available during scheduled office hours to advise students about their program and career opportunities. Peruse some of the offerings in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences.

All full-time transfer students are required to take OCS 121.

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