What will I learn? If you want a real insight into the way the world we live in works, Economics is a great starting point. It gives an overview of the way real-life businesses operate and the issues facing the world economy. It has given me an all-round understanding which will be incredibly useful in the future - Economics B student. Economics is about choice and the impact of our choices on each other. It relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals or families to the structures created by governments and firms. An economic way of thinking can help you make better choices. In Theme 1 and Theme 2 you will be introduced to the nature of economics, how markets work and why they fail, consumer choices and enterprise in the economy. You will also consider the role of banks and life in a global economy. In Theme 3 and Theme 4 you will explore the impact of globalisation on consumers, firms and the labour market. You will also investigate the role of the government and have an opportunity to consider the role and impact of the financial sector. Economics B is current; it is about real world issues that matter - Economics B student. How will I be assessed at A level? Paper 1 - You will tackle data response and essay questions on markets, consumers and firms and how markets work - this is the content you study in Theme 1 and Theme 4. Paper 2 - You will tackle data response and essay questions on competitive advantage and the global economy - this is the content you study in Theme 2 and Theme 3. Paper 3 - You will have a research task before the exam. The questions in the exam - data response and essay questions - are linked to the context you will research.
Name: Economics GCEA Qualification title: External Awarded Qualification GCE A/AS Level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Assessment is through written examination. Awarding OCR Created 20150827 11:34:11 Updated 20150827 11:34:11
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