GCE A Level in Economics and Business

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Everyone's daily lives are affected by economic issues and our A level Economics helps students analyse and think critically about the world around them. It is a prestigious subject inquiry with the rare distinction that a Nobel Prize is awarded annually for outstanding contributions. An Advanced GCE in Economics will introduce you to the effects of economic variables on everyday life for consumers, businesses and governments. This qualification is highly valued by universities and will give you enhanced career choice and progression opportunities. In Micro economies, private ownership and the pursuit of self-interest are paramount through the workings of the price mechanism and microeconomic theory analyses the strengths and weaknesses of free markets in this context. This specification aims to encourage you to: select, interpret and use appropriate economic data from a range of sources develop an interest and enthusiasm for the study of economics appreciate the contribution of economics to the understanding of the wider economics, business and social environment develop an understanding of a range of economic concepts and an ability to use these economic concepts in a variety of different contexts. use an enquiring, critical and thoughtful approach to the study of economics and an ability to think primarily as an economist.

Course information

Name: GCE A Level in Economics and Business Qualification title: GCE A Level in Economics and Business Qualification type: Assessment 3 Papers, a 2 hour written exam for each. Each paper consists of: Section A: Multiple choice, 5 x 5m. Section B: Data response 5, 8, 10, 12 mark questions. Section C: Extended essay 25m Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20160916 14:21:26 Updated 20160916 14:21:26

Entry requirements

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Provider

Chesham Grammar School
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Address

White Hill Town: Chesham

Learning aims

Title: GCE A Level in Economics and Business Qualification: GCE A Level in Economics and Business Classification: Social Sciences

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