12 Economics
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms G. Sawyer.
Objectives
- To allow students to explore the major economic issues facing New Zealand today and to develop an understanding of policies that a government may implement to address these issues.
- To define and measure these key economic issues and to understand their causes and possible effects using economic models.
Content
Focus on four major economic issues
- Growth.
- Trade.
- Inflation.
- Employment.
Recommended Prior Learning
Minimum of 3 Assessments at Achieved in Year 11 Economics (one being the End of Year Exam) and/or discretion of Faculty Leader. If you have not studied Economics in Year 11 you must obtain the approval of the Teacher in Charge for L2 Economics.
Subject and Associated Costs
Course Costs: $43.00 Online learning programme (www.elearningeconomics.com), Workbook (Economics Learning Workbook Level 2 – Alastair Blyth).
Associated Costs: $20.00 Subject-based excursion.
Pathway
CEO
Economist
Financial risk analyst
Data analyst
Financial planner
Economic researcher
Financial consultant
Investment analyst
Investment Banker
Entrepreneur
Actuary
Public sector roles
Government Advisor
Journalist - Business and International Relations
Diplomat
Economic Research
General Management
Trade Adviser
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This subject is eligible for subject endorsement.
This subject is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 22 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
External
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