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Develop an understanding of microeconomic and macroeconomic theories and concepts and their real-world application
Develop an appreciation of the impact on individuals and societies of economic interactions between nations
Develop an awareness of development issues facing nations as they undergo the process of change
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IB Economics is a Group 3 subject in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). It explores microeconomics, macroeconomics, the global economy, and development economics, with a strong focus on analytical and evaluative skills, real-world application of economic theory, and quantitative analysis.
The course is available at Standard Level (SL), 150 teaching hours and Higher Level (HL), 240 teaching hours, with first assessment in 2024.
| Assessment | Format | SL | HL | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Extended response questions | 1h 15min | 1h 30min | 30% |
| Paper 2 | Data response questions | 1h 45min | 1h 45min | 40% (SL), 30% (HL) |
| Paper 3 | Mathematical questions | N/A | 1h | 20% (HL only) |
| Internal Assessment | Portfolio of 3 commentaries | 20 hours | 20 hours | 20% |
2.1 Demand
2.2 Supply
2.3 Competitive Market Equilibrium
2.4 Critique of the Maximizing Behaviour of Consumers and Producers (HL Only)
2.5 Elasticities of Demand
2.6 Elasticity of Supply
2.7 Role of Government in Microeconomics
2.8 Market Failure - Externalities, Common Pool Resources, Public Goods, Asymmetric Information
2.9 Market Failure - Public Goods
2.10 Market Failure - Asymmetric Information (HL Only)
2.11 Market Failure - Market Power (HL Only)
2.12 The Market’s Inability to Achieve Equity (HL Only)
4.1 Benefits of International Trade
4.2 Types of Trade Protection
4.3 Arguments For and Against Trade Protection
4.4 Economic Integration
4.5 Exchange Rates
4.6 Balance of Payments
4.7 Sustainable Development
4.8 Measuring Development
4.9 Barriers to Economic Growth and Economic Development
4.10 Economic Growth and Economic Development Strategies
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