2ECO
This course requires 2 options.

Level 2 Economics

Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms K. Browning.

Ever imagined yourself in business? Going global? Investing, trading in currencies, making millions? Then 2 Economics is the course for you! We look at the what, why, and how of major economic issues facing New Zealand: inflation, unemployment, trade, growth, government policies, and how they affect us all. By the end of this course you’ll understand what our political parties are arguing - oops, talking - about, and maybe even see it in action during our Commerce trip to Wellington. Better yet, you’ll be able to make informed decisions about your own political views as you reach voting age.

Recommended Prior Learning

Literacy and Numeracy NCEA Level 1 are required - or approval must be given by Ms Browning. Please consult with her. Students who have taken Level 1 Commerce will be at a significant advantage.

Approximate Costs and Equipment/Stationery

Optional field trip to Wellington - approx. $650.

Pathway

Economics provides a great base knowledge for anyone who is thinking about getting into a career in Commerce, government policy, or even just understanding the way our economy works.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 18
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 8
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91222 v2
NZQA Info

Economics 2.1 - Analyse inflation using economic concepts and models


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91224 v2
NZQA Info

Economics 2.3 - Analyse economic growth using economic concepts and models


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91225 v2
NZQA Info

Economics 2.4 - Analyse unemployment using economic concepts and models


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91227 v2
NZQA Info

Economics 2.6 - Analyse how government policies and contemporary economic issues interact


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 18
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 10
Total Numeracy Credits: 0