Economics

Division: Social Sciences

Economics is the science that studies the interactions of human behavior, sociology, finance and business at the micro and macro-scale.  Students completing a degree in this field will have an introductory foundation for the field of Economics through the study of scarcity, comparative advantage, markets, cost theory, monetary system and economic growth. Students will acquire skills and abilities in numeracy, analysis, problem-solving, and both verbal and written communication.

Career opportunities with a baccalaureate degree may include jobs in business, law, medicine, government, non-profits, international relations, and education.

Transfer requirements in Economics are available in the Counseling Department. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for specific transfer requirements.

Contact Information

Economics Faculty Contact

Christian Anderson | christiana@cos.edu

Lucy Malakar | lucym@cos.edu

Social Sciences Division Chair

Marla Prochnow | (559) 730-3723 | marlap@cos.edu 
Kern: 730D | Visalia Campus

Dean of Business, Social Science, and Consumer Family Studies

Milli Owens | (559) 737-6281 | millio@cos.edu
Kern: 716C| Visalia Campus

Associate Degree

For a complete list of courses and descriptions visit: COURSES

ECON C2001 Principles of Microeconomics 3 unit(s)
Hours: 3 Lecture/Discussion
Equivalent Course: ECON 040
Common Description: An introductory course using microeconomic models to understand individual decisions by consumers and firms, market outcomes including market failure, elasticity, market structures, labor markets, inequality, and the impact of government policies. (C-ID ECON201)
Prerequisites: Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of elementary algebra.
ECON C2002 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 unit(s)
Hours: 3 Lecture/Discussion
Equivalent Course: ECON 050
Common Description: An introductory course using models of the domestic and international economy to understand national income, unemployment, inflation, economic growth, inequality, the financial system, and monetary, fiscal, and other economic policies. (C-ID ECON202)
Prerequisites: Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of elementary algebra.
ECON 025 Introduction to Economics 3 unit(s)
Hours: 3 Lecture/Discussion
A broad survey of the development of economic ideas and theories in the context of economic history (including major economic thinkers). Both microeconomic and macroeconomic topics are covered including supply and demand, market structures, inflation, unemployment, fiscal policy, monetary policy, and international trade.
Advisory on Recommended Preparation: ENGL 001 or equivalent college course with a minimum grade of C.

Economics

Anderson, Christian
B.A., University Of California, Santa Barbara
M.A., University Of California, Santa Barbara
M.S., Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Malakar, Lucy
B.A., Ohio University, Athens
M.A., Ohio University, Athens