Area of Study
Economics
Explore Economics at MCC
Learn how money, choices, and markets shape the world around you. At MCC, our Associate of Arts in Economics helps you build a strong start for a career or transfer to a 4-year university.
Why Choose Economics at MCC?
Our program connects real-world issues with classroom learning. You’ll explore how prices are set, how jobs change, and how government decisions affect people’s lives. Along the way, you’ll sharpen your problem-solving and data analysis skills—tools that are useful in any career.
What You’ll Learn
- Basic economic concepts
- Supply and demand
- The government’s role in the economy
- How to read economic data
- How global markets impact your community
What is a Transfer Degree?
A transfer degree from Morgan Community College is a smart way to begin your college journey. You’ll complete your first two years at MCC, where classes are smaller and more affordable. Then, you can transfer to a four-year public university in Colorado to finish your bachelor’s degree.
These degrees are called Degrees with Designation (DwDs). That means they’re set up to match the program you plan to transfer into, depending on the university you choose.
To make sure you're on the right path, it's very important to talk with an advisor early. They’ll help you choose the right courses based on your transfer goals.
Learn more at our Bridge to Bachelor’s page.
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Economics Transfer Major
Careers & Salaries
Updated July 2025. Career information from O*Net Online.
| Position | Median |
|---|---|
| Financial Clerks, All Other | $52,150 |
| Credit Counselors | $50,480 |
| Loan Interviewers and Clerks | $48,950 |
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $49,210 |
With a bachelor’s or graduate degree, you can pursue careers in economics, finance, public policy, data analysis, consulting, government, law, and more.
Meet the Faculty
Leah Thomas
Leah has extensive business experience from her family’s businesses and supervising multiple Starbucks stores across the Front Range. She excels in employee training, development, and driving operational and financial success. Leah holds an MBA from Western Governors University and has completed CPA prep courses to support her students’ career goals. She enjoys seeing her students thrive academically and professionally.
Leah lives in Fort Morgan with her husband and two children and loves spending time with her family and being outdoors.