To help students master basic economic principles and terminology so that they can understand the relationship between economic events and outcomes.
To develop students’ critical thinking through the effective use of economic theories, data and principles so as to become economically intelligent citizens in the modern world.
To develop students’ awareness of the economic, political, social and environmental factors that can influence the outcomes of economic decision-making which affect the welfare of individuals, regions and nations.
To encourage students to ask intelligent questions and develop a more enquiry learning approach rather than just being passive recipients of knowledge.