DP Economics at GESS

At GESS, Economics is a dynamic and engaging subject that helps students understand how societies allocate resources, make financial decisions, and address economic challenges at local, national, and global levels. Through real-world case studies, interactive discussions, and data analysis, students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for navigating the complexities of modern economies.

💠 Why Study Economics at GESS?

👉 Concept-Based Learning – Students explore fundamental economic concepts such as scarcity, supply and demand, market structures, government policies, and global economics.

👉 Global Relevance – The course integrates current economic events, encouraging students to analyze the impact of economic decisions on businesses, governments, and individuals worldwide.

👉 Practical Application – Students engage in data interpretation, economic modeling, and policy evaluation, preparing them for university studies in economics, business, and finance.

👉 Assessment:
🔸 Internal Assessment (IA) – Students produce three commentaries analyzing real-world economic issues using economic theories.
🔸 Examinations – Covering microeconomics, macroeconomics and global economics.

💠 Economics at GESS: HL vs. SL

🔹 Higher Level (HL): Includes additional quantitative skills and a deeper exploration of economic theories, preparing students for more advanced university studies.

🔹 Standard Level (SL): Focuses on core economic principles and their applications, providing a solid foundation for further study.

At GESS, Economics fosters an analytical mindset and a deep understanding of the forces that shape our world. It is an excellent choice for students interested in careers in finance, politics, international relations, business, and development studies.