Program Description
Through the certificate program in economic justice, students gain knowledge of economic justice that promotes the growth of sustainable local, national and global communities.
Students complete coursework in the theories and philosophies of economic justice and economic justice praxis to prepare them for transdisciplinary exploration of areas of personal interest. They develop the capacity to design, control, manage and evaluate initiatives that can economically revitalize communities, and they increase their research abilities.
Students who complete the program are prepared to support and create change by analyzing and developing policies designed to build local skills and lay groundwork for new approaches to economic justice.
Program Requirements
The certificate in economic justice requires 15 credit hours, of which at least 12 must be completed at the upper-division level. All courses must be completed with a grade or "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better.
Work and Democracy Seminar -- 3 credit hours
Economic Justice Internship -- 3 credit hours
Economic Justice Electives -- 9 credit hours
Six of the nine credit hours used to fulfill this requirement must be upper division.
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
Enrollment Requirements
To declare this certificate, a student must first have a minimum of 30 earned credit hours.
A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded prior to the award of an undergraduate degree. A student already holding an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply the fundamental principles of economic justice to the specific domestic or international issues through community engagement and research.
- Critically assess core theory, concepts, and methods for the study of economic justice issues.
Career Outlook
Graduates who combine the certificate in economic justice with their major program of study may become more marketable to employers. They often decide to pursue employment in law, education, public service, and human welfare and social work.
Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
Example Careers
Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
Social and Human Service Assistants
- Growth: 8.6%
- Median Salary*: 38520
Community Health Workers
- Growth: 14.1%
- Median Salary*: 46190
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary
- Growth: 2.7%
- Median Salary*: 64990
Economists
- Growth: 6.3%
- Median Salary*: 113940
Marriage and Family Therapists
- Growth: 14.9%
- Median Salary*: 56570
Healthcare Social Workers
- Growth: 9.6%
- Median Salary*: 60280
Mental Health Counselors
- Growth: 18.4%
- Median Salary*: 49710
Legislators
- Growth: 3.4%
- Median Salary*: 48090
Social and Community Service Managers
- Growth: 9.1%
- Median Salary*: 74240
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
Program Contact Information
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Concurrent degree programs are specially designed academic programs which provide high-achieving undergraduate students the opportunity to complete two distinct but complementary bachelor degrees at the same time. Students must meet minimum admissions standards for both programs and be accepted individually by both colleges offering the concurrent program.
Students pursuing concurrent degrees earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. ASU offers students two ways to earn concurrent degrees: by choosing a predetermined combination or creating their own combination. Predetermined combinations have a single admissions application and one easy to follow major map. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor. Either way, concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests.
Accelerated bachelor's and master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving undergraduate students who want the opportunity to combine undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
ASU students may accelerate their studies by earning a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in as little as five years (for some programs) or by earning a bachelor’s degree in 2.5 or 3 years.
Accelerated bachelor's and master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving undergraduate students who want the opportunity to combine undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master’s degree. These programs, featuring the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty, allow students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years.
Accelerated bachelor’s degree programs allow students to choose either a 2.5- or a 3-year path while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students can opt to fast-track their studies after acceptance into a participating program by connecting with their academic advisor.
This is only the first required math course. This program may contain additional math courses; See Major Map for details.
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required.
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the General level: MAT 142
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the Moderate level: MAT 117, MAT 119, MAT 170, MAT 210, SOS 101, CPI 200
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the Substantial level: MAT 251, MAT 265. MAT 266, MAT 267, MAT 270, MAT 271, MAT 272, MAT 274, MAT 275
To add a minor, please consult with the academic advisor for your major.
To add a certificate, please consult with the academic advisor for your major.
A rolling deadline means that applications will continue to be reviewed on a regular basis until the semester begins. International students should be mindful of visa deadlines to ensure there is time to produce necessary visa documents. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit application materials as soon as possible for consideration.
A final deadline means that all applications and application materials must be received by Graduate Admissions by the deadline date. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered after the final deadline. Applications that are submitted past the final deadline may not be considered.
A priority deadline means that applications submitted and completed before the priority deadline will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted after the priority deadlines will be reviewed in the order in which they were completed and on a space available basis. An application is complete after all materials are received by Graduate Admissions.
