2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC

Board Developed Course (Category A)

ATAR Course

Exclusions: None

Prerequisites: None

Course Description:

Economics provides understanding for students about many aspects of the economy and its operation that are frequently reported in the media. It investigates issues such as why unemployment or inflation rates change and how these changes affect individuals in society. Economics develops students' knowledge and understanding of the operation of the global and Australian economy. It develops the analytical, problem-solving and communication skills of students. There is a strong emphasis on the problems and issues in a contemporary Australian economic context within the course.

Main Topics Covered:

Preliminary:

• • Introduction to Economics

  • Consumers and Businesses

  • Markets

  • Labour Markets

  • Financial Markets

  • Government in the Economy

HSC:

• • The Global Economy

  • Australia's Place in the Global Economy

  • Economic Issues

  • Economic Policies and Management

For more information about this course, please see: Mr Adams, Mrs Kalocsai, Miss Rubbo