North Las Vegas,
NV,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Associate's Degree
Associate of Arts in Economics - Applied Financial Economics in Las Vegas United States | College of Southern Nevada
College of Southern Nevada
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Las Vegas United States
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Qualification
Associate Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
13,024
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Economics program establishes a strong theoretical base and statistical skills, equipping students to analyze critically and address intricate challenges while understanding the human behavioral aspects that characterize economics as a social discipline. The Associate of Arts Degree with an Economics Emphasis provides two pathways: a General Economics route and an Applied Financial Economics (AFE) specialization. The General Economics path serves as a transfer-oriented curriculum for students aiming to pursue bachelor's-level studies. The AFE option helps prepare learners for various investment and risk management certifications, catering to those pursuing careers in this field. Finishing the AFE track involves completing a Financial Economics Internship with active involvement from financial organizations.
Program Learning Objectives
Differentiate between various market structures and assess their societal consequences.
Apply economic terminology to develop informed perspectives on current affairs.
Analyze and process economic information.
Develop personalized financial strategies employing investment principles and risk assessment to enhance decision-making effectiveness.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
High School Diploma or Transcripts.
Official high school or university diplomas andor transcripts must be certified and translated into English to verify completion of US equivalent academic program The diploma and or transcript must include the full name of the student and date of graduation.
Copy of Passport.
Bank Statement.
International Application - Sponsor Form.
TOEFL - 61 IBT, IELTS - 6.0.
Official high school or university diplomas andor transcripts must be certified and translated into English to verify completion of US equivalent academic program The diploma and or transcript must include the full name of the student and date of graduation.
Copy of Passport.
Bank Statement.
International Application - Sponsor Form.
TOEFL - 61 IBT, IELTS - 6.0.
Tuition
USD
13,024