Economic Justice, Certificate
Explore how economics, policy, community development and social movements intersect to shape inequality. Connect economic justice theory with practice like microfinance and community organizing, building research skills for advocacy, public service and graduate study.
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Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Certificate description
Economic Justice undergraduate certificate description
Through the certificate program in economic justice, you gain knowledge of economic justice that promotes the growth of sustainable local, national and global communities.
You complete coursework in the theories and philosophies of economic justice and economic justice praxis to prepare you for transdisciplinary exploration of areas of personal interest. You develop the capacity to design, control, manage and evaluate initiatives that can economically revitalize communities, and you increase your research abilities.
When you complete the program, you 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.
Why earn an economic justice undergraduate certificate at ASU?
You earn a formal credential dedicated specifically to economic justice, aligned with the School of Social Transformation's justice mission. That mission places social, political and economic justice at its center, linking what you learn in the classroom to solution-focused research and partnerships with communities.
Courses
This undergraduate certificate includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The certificate requires 15 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the certificate, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
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The certificate in economic justice requires 15 credit hours, of which 12 credit hours must be upper division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be taken from The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in Class Search. Only courses completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better can be used to satisfy certificate requirements. |
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SST 310 Exploitation, Oppression and Resistance in Capitalist Societies
(SOBE)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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6 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 6 |
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SST 484 Internship
SST 484 Internship requires department approval prior to registration. Visit the School of Social Transformation internship website to get started.
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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What you'll learn
The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- 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.
Apply the fundamental principles of economic justice to the specific domestic or international issues through community engagement and research.Enrollment requirements
To declare this certificate, a student must 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 before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
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Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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Careers this economic justice undergraduate certificate prepares you for
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.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
School of Social Transformation
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WLSN 5th floor
SSTadvising@asu.edu
480-965-7682
Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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