Level 2 Economics
2ECO Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms K. Browning.
Recommended Prior LearningLiteracy 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.
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.
Learning Areas:
Commerce, Tikanga ā-iwi - Social Sciences
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.
Career PathwaysMarket Research Analyst, Mortgage Broker, Policy Analyst, Tertiary Lecturer, Management Consultant, Urban/Regional Planner, Data Analyst, Elected Government Representative, Quantity Surveyor, Accountant, Auditor, Demonstrator, Finance Manager, Foreign Policy Officer, Economist, Statistician, Importer/Exporter, Financial Adviser, Bank Worker
Approximate Costs and Equipment/StationeryOptional field trip to Wellington - approx. $650.