Economics

Associate in Arts Degree with a Concentration in
Economics (651)

The concentration in economics prepares students to transfer to four-year universities to pursue a bachelor of arts degree in economics, a bachelor of science degree in economics, or a bacheor of business degree in economics.

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Transfer Considerations

Students who have already chosen the university to which they plan to transfer should consult that institution's catalog or department advisor and an SVCC academic advisor in planning their program

1. A Bachelor of Arts degree in economics focuses on the development of critical thinking skills and is generally recommended for students interested in government and is a top preparatory degree for law school. A Bachelor of Science degree in economics will focus more on statistics and business math, helping you to have a firmer understanding of calculating economic indicators. The Bachelor of Business degree in economics is well-suited for students interested in pursuing a degree in banking, financial institutions, or as a business analyst.
2. Principles of Macroeconomics (ECO 211), Principles of Microeconomics (ECO 212), Financial Accounting (ACC 101), Managerial Accounting (ACC 102), and College Algebra (MAT 121) or Calculus for Business & Social Sciences (MAT 221) are courses that are foundational prerequisites for most colleges if you plan to attain a degree in economics.

Competitive Admissions

Since admission is competitive, completing the recommended courses does not by itself guarantee admission.

Program Contacts at Sauk Valley Community College

• Academic Advising, 815-835-6354
• Dr. Jonathan E. Devereueawax, Professor, Economics 815-835-6393

 

Minimum Total Credit Hours - 67 Hours

Suggested Course Sequence

First Semester - 17 Hours

Course #	Course Title	Hours
*	Electives / Foreign Language	4 Hours
CIS109	Introduction to Computers	3 Hours
This introductory course consists of the study of computer hardware software operating systems communications networking Internet systems and program development life cycles and their role in business decision making. The use of Internet multimedia security and ethics will be emphasized throughout the course. In addition laboratory experience will be gained with a survey of Microsoft Windows and business computer software applications programs in word processing electronic spreadsheets database management presentation graphics and Internet. Prerequisite None. Students having no experience with computers are encouraged to first take CIS 100-Keyboarding3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI BUS 902LectureLab Hours 2 lec 2 labweek
ECO211	Principles of Macroeconomics	3 Hours
A survey of macro-economic theory with emphasis on resource allocation in a mixed-enterprise economy. Concentration is on the operation of the market mechanism the role of government and labor international trade national income determination and accounting money and banking monetary and fiscal policy and macroeconomic fluctuations.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI S3 901LectureLab Hours 3lec week
ENG101	Composition I	3 Hours
This course 1 develops awareness of the writing process 2 provides inventional organizational and editorial strategies 3 stresses the variety of uses for writing and 4 emphasizes critical skills in reading thinking and writing.Prerequisite Required placement score on approved English placement test high school unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher or a grade of C or higher in ELA 099.3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI C1 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek
FYE101	First Year Experience	1 Hour
The focus of this course is how to be successful in college. Study skills goal setting academic planning time and money management and information research skills are among the core topics included in this course. Within a supportive environment students will share their college experiences and develop connections with fellow students and SVCC staff. Prerequisite None1 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 1 lecweek
MAT240	Elementary Statistics	3 Hours
An introduction to basic concepts in statistical methods including measures of central tendency measures of dispersion probability theoretical and empirical distribution estimation tests of hypotheses linear regression and correlation.Prerequisite a grade of C or better in MAT 081 or MAT 078 or higher OR concurrent enrollment in MAT 040 OR appropriate placement score see current placement score prerequisite chart3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI M1 902LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek
- OR -
MAT220	Finite Mathematics	3 Hours
A study of some major topics in finite mathematics interest annuities matrix theory matrix operations solutions of systems of inequalities linear programming by graphing and Simplex methods principles of counting and probability. Applications of these topics in the fields of business management economics and social science as well as natural science are included.Prerequisite Grade of C or better in MAT 121 OR appropriate placement see current placement score prerequisite chart3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI M1 906LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek

 

Second Semester - 17 Hours

Course #	Course Title	Hours
*	Electives / Foreign Language	4 Hours
ECO212	Principles of Microeconomics	3 Hours
Introduction to price theories the behavior of the firm under varying market conditions and the behavior of the consumer. Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI S3 902LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek
ENG103	Composition II	3 Hours
An advanced course in essay writing with emphasis on formal research ENG 103 serves to develop a proficiency in the collection and selection of data as applied to the completion of a formal research paper. In addition students receive instruction in logic and reasoning including the fundamentals of argumentative and persuasive writing. Prerequisite A grade of C or higher in ENG 101 or its equivalent or consent of instructor. 3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI C1 901RLectureLab Hours 3 lecweek
MAT221	Calc for Bus & Soc Science	4 Hours
A brief course in elementary differential and integral calculus. Primarily for students of business economics and social science with emphasis on applications. Prerequisite MAT 121 with a grade of C or higher or appropriate placement score or four years of college preparatory high school mathematics with grades of C or higher OR Math 3 with a grade of C or higher. 4 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI M1 900-BLectureLab Hours 4 lecweek
PSY103	Introduction to Psychology	3 Hours
This course is designed to introduce the student to major concepts theories principles and research in the field of psychology. This course will survey the scientific study of human and animal characteristics and behavior. Major topics from biological behavioral cognitive personality developmental abnormal and social psychology theory and research will be emphasized. Universal characteristics and individual differences will be explored Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI S6 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek
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SOC111	Introduction to Sociology	3 Hours
Students will be introduced to the perspective concepts and methods of sociology. Emphasis will be given to how the groups that make up our society function. The forces that hold groups together or cause them to change will be explored while the students examine how they learn to play roles within the family school religion peer groups and in other social settings.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI S7 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek

 

Third Semester - 16-17 Hours

Course #	Course Title	Hours
	Humanities / Fine Arts	3 Hours
**	Life Science	3-4 Hours
	FIne Arts	3 Hours
***	Electives	3 Hours
*	Elective / Foreign Language	4 Hours

 

Fourth Semester - 16-17 Hours

Course #	Course Title	Hours
*	Humanities / Foreign Language	4 Hours
**	Physical Science	3-4 Hours
***	Electives	6 Hours
COM131	Intro to Oral Communication	3 Hours
The oral communication course combines communication theory with the practice of oral communication skills. The course 1 develops awareness of the communication process 2 provides inventional organizational and expressive strategies 3 promotes understanding of and adaptation to a variety of communication contexts and 4 emphasizes critical skills in listening reading thinking and speaking.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI C2 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek

 

Footnotes

* Three to four semesters of a college level foreign language or three to four years of a high school level foreign language may be required for a Bachelor of Arts degree. A Bachelor of Science degree may require more courses in mathematics, statistics, and/or computer science. Contact an academic advisor for more information.

** One lab science required

*** Suggested electives include ACC 101, ACC 102, MAT 150, CIS 207, additional mathematics.