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: Mrs J. Dustin.
What will I learn?
An appreciation of major issues facing the New Zealand economy, eg growth, inflation, unemployment and government policy. This will involve a real world application of economic issues.
Where does it lead?
This course provides the core understanding needed for the continuing study of Economics at L3 and is an advantage for studying commerce at tertiary level.
How will I be assessed?
Internal Assessments
- Analyse Government Policy - Achievement Standard 91227 - 6 Credits
- Analyse Unemployment - Achievement Standard 91225 - 4 Credits
External Assessments
- Analyse Inflation - Achievement Standard 91222 - 4 Credits
- Analyse Economic Growth - Achievement Standard 91224 - 4 Credits
What should I have already done?
This course is designed for students who have achieved in L1 Economics and are confident in their market equilibrium skills (AS90986) and/or confident in their L1 Mathematics skills. Keeping up to date with current affairs and having success in external assessments is an advantage.
Course Contribution
No cost.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Economics 2.1 - Analyse inflation using economic concepts and models
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Economics 2.3 - Analyse economic growth using economic concepts and models
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Economics 2.4 - Analyse unemployment using economic concepts and models
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Economics 2.6 - Analyse how government policies and contemporary economic issues interact
Pathway Tags
Cook, Mining Engineer, Accountant, Auditor, Actuary, Finance Manager, Retail Manager, Statistician, Baker, Hotel/Motel Manager, Cafe Worker, Debt Collector, Property Manager, Butcher, Waiter/Waitress, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Urban/Regional Planner, Kitchenhand, Chef, Elected Government Representative,
Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisite of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths
Course contribution may vary slightly by the start of 2025