Economics

Contact Us

Michael Levine
Department Chair (D-408)
 levine_michael@sac.edu
 (714) 564-6747

From Michael Levine, Faculty Chair

Welcome to Economics at Santa Ana College!

Whether you’re here to complete your degree, prepare for transfer, or simply explore how the world works, you’ll find that economics offers tools to understand and solve real-world problems. I invite you to join us and discover how economics can open doors to a wide range of careers and opportunities.

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Why Choose Economics? Your Path to Strategic Thinking and Career Success

The Economics Department at Santa Ana College offers engaging courses that explore how people, businesses, and governments make decisions and interact in a global economy. Our program emphasizes critical thinking, data analysis, and real-world applications, preparing students for transfer to four-year universities and for careers in business, finance, public policy, and more. With dedicated faculty and a supportive learning environment, we help students connect economic concepts to the issues that matter most.

What Employers Value Most

Companies across industries seek graduates who can think systematically about complex problems. Economics majors develop exactly this skill set—learning to analyze data, evaluate trade-offs, and make evidence-based decisions under uncertainty.

Beyond Career Benefits

Studying economics fundamentally changes how you understand the world around you. You'll gain insights into everything from personal financial decisions to global policy debates, developing a perspective that enhances both your professional effectiveness and personal decision-making.

Associate of Arts - Economics

The associate degree in Economics prepares the student for a number of career opportunities such as accounting and marketing in the areas of business, government and teaching.

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Associate Degree for Transfer

The Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer (A.A.-T in Economics) prepares students to move into the CSU system leading to a baccalaureate degree in Economics.

Explore our A.D.-T in Economics