Economics

ABOUT THIS COURSE 

Throughout this course, you will:

• Explore the foundations of Economics by learning how individuals, firms, and governments make decisions in Aotearoa New Zealand.

• Develop research and inquiry skills to help you interpret economic information, including graphs, data, and real-world examples.

• Learn how to communicate economic ideas clearly using evidence, concepts, and simple models.

• Investigate key economic issues in Aotearoa New Zealand, such as how markets work, what influences prices, and how government policies affect people and communities.

• Examine New Zealand’s economic story through events that shaped our society, including our transition from a primary-based economy to a modern, globally connected one.
  
  

Possible Topics of Study

• How markets operate (demand, supply, and price).

• Consumer and producer behaviour.

• Government intervention in markets (e.g., taxes, subsidies).

• Real-world New Zealand case studies from industries such as agriculture, tourism, and retail.
  
  

Possible Field Trip

• Auckland Museum or Chelsea Sugar Mill to explore economic activity, business environments, and consumer behaviour.
  
  

Possible Level 2 Internal Assessment Preparation

• Skills that contribute to AS91226 ( Statistical Data