Level 2 Economics
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: S Pats 1.
This course will be offered at St Patrick's College.
On completing this course students should be able to:
•Understand the topics of Employment, Economic Growth and Inflation.
Use software to process statistical information.
Understand how decisions made by the rest of the world impact on NZ.
•Understand how government policies impact on the economy.
COURSE CONTENT:
This is a very topical course that looks at everyday events and how they impact on the economy. By doing this course you can understand how economics influences your daily life. We will visit the Reserve Bank, Parliament and Treasury.
Recommended Prior Learning
16 credits at Level 1 Economics
Students new to economics are welcome subject to the discretion of the TIC Commerce.
Equipment/Stationery
Students are required to purchase from the College the workbook which accompanies this subject at a cost of $25. Students can also purchase a revision workbook in Term 4 for $17 (optional).
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 22 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.
External
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