Understand economic concepts such as inflation, global economies, income/spending flow, price theory in the Economics program at JCCC.
What will I learn in JCCC's Economics program?
When you study in the Economics program at Johnson County Community College, you’ll learn about national economies and how goods and services are produced, distributed, and consumed.
You make decisions in your everyday life that involve economics. Economics influences many factors in your life, including the prices of consumer goods and services, and even your income and the benefits you earn at your job. Overall, our culture depends on the balance of microeconomics and macroeconomics to meet the needs and wants of society.
The economics program at JCCC will teach you about:
- Supply and demand affect the prices of everyday goods
- Price theory, production flow and resource distribution are relevant
- Our national and global economies work
- The circular flow of income and spending affects economic sectors
- Unemployment, inflation and growth rates affect Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
If you’re interested in furthering your knowledge of global economies and supply and demand concepts, Johnson County Community College’s economics program is perfect for you.
Why JCCC?
Professors in the economics department at JCCC hold master's and doctoral degrees in economics. They have a passion for teaching and a deeper understanding of economics and its relationship with important social and political issues.
JCCC’s economics program does not use teaching assistants to teach courses, so you won’t be lost among thousands of others in a large lecture hall. Class sizes in the economics program never top 20 students. Your professors will get to know you on a more personal level, and you can ask them questions and receive answers quickly.
Our professors at JCCC are here to help you succeed, with an emphasis on topics that complement your strengths. If you want to learn more or dig deeper into the material, you can. The economics program at JCCC also offers an Honors program, which is available to those who want a deeper exploration of economics.
Economics majors at JCCC are known for being analytical and critical thinkers, making them highly valued commodities in the job market. With your degree in economics, you can explore careers in:
- Banking
- Insurance
- Service and manufacturing firms
- Real estate
- Consulting
- Government agencies
- Nonprofit organizations
The cost of going to school can deter many from pursuing the education they want. At Johnson County Community College, we are always working to make tuition affordable for all students.
At JCCC, we offer:
- Lower tuition
- Cav Guarantee Scholarship (for Johnson County high school graduates)
- Metro Rate(for Missouri residents in ZIP codes 640- and 641-)
- Easy scholarship application
- Financial aid experts and Free FAFSA advice
Some economics classes may require additional fees for textbooks and other supplies. The price of these items will vary depending on your courses.
There are several things to consider when budgeting for college. Visit our Cost of Attendance page for detailed information.
Resources at JCCC
A student’s time in college can be challenging academically, which is why we offer plenty of resources and tools for you to take advantage of and explore. Besides smaller class sizes, personalized learning, and professional tutoring, we also offer:
- Financial Aid support through our financial aid office, where our counselors can help you find student loan and scholarship opportunities to lower your out-of-pocket cost each semester.
- Academic Counseling and Career Development Center services for those who are still figuring out their plans post-graduation.
- An easy and stress-free transfer process for those wishing to pursue and continue their education at a four-year college.
