ECON M170Economic History of the US 3 Units

Surveys the economic development of the United States using a topical approach. Topics include the evolution of business cycles, trade, early banking systems, manufacturing, tariffs, slavery, the rise of big business, labor movements, and the changing role of government regulation. Emphasizes how these factors contributed to the emergence of the modern industrial economy.
Degree Applicability: Applies to Associate Degree
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC

ECON M201Principles of Microeconomics 3 Units Formerly: ECON M01

Prerequisites: MATH M03 or an equivalent Math course or placement as determined by the college's multiple measures.

Explores how markets allocate limited resources, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. Develops economic thinking by analyzing the decisions of consumers, producers, and businesses. Examines industry organization and the distribution of resources in the economy. 
Degree Applicability: Applies to Associate Degree. 
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC

ECON M202 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Units Formerly: ECON M02

Prerequisites: MATH M03 or an equivalent Math course or placement as determined by the college's multiple measures

Introduces key macroeconomic topics such as GDP, unemployment, inflation, government debt, and the overall U.S. economy. Explores Classical and Keynesian models, fiscal and monetary policy, and the impact of government actions. Analyzes recent economic events, including recessions and recoveries, while developing students' ability to apply economic reasoning to real-world issues. 
Degree Applicability: Applies to Associate Degree. 
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC

ECON M202H (Honors): Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Units Formerly: ECON M02H

Prerequisites: MATH M03 or an equivalent Math course or placement as determined by the college's multiple measures

Introduces macroeconomic issues such as GDP, unemployment, inflation, economic growth, trade balance, government deficits, and the U.S. economy, alongside Classical and Keynesian models. Examines the role of government policy and reviews recent events like recessions and recoveries. Develops students' ability to analyze macroeconomic phenomena through logical reasoning. Honors work encourages deeper analysis with expanded assignments, real-world applications, and enrichment opportunities.

Credit Limitations: Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of M202. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of “C,” or better or “P.” Moorpark College Honors Program requires a letter grade.
Degree Applicability: Applies to Associate Degree
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC