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The Economics program attracts students because of its exceptional faculty, wide-ranging course selection, and flexibility in designing individual academic paths. Beyond foundational economic training, the curriculum includes specialized courses covering topics like California's economy, municipal finance, energy studies, environmental resource economics, and urban economic systems. Learners appreciate how the Economics Department supports their academic and professional aspirations.
Economics explores how markets operate, how prices and income distribution are determined, and factors influencing employment rates and inflation. It also addresses broader societal challenges. Sacramento State's Economics major aims to deliver a well-rounded education focused on societal economic dimensions, equipping students with analytical tools for modern economic issues, fostering critical thinking, and enhancing communication and technical skills to assess both private and public sector policies.