Year 13 Economics
13ECON Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr I. Sahib.
Recommended Prior Learning10+ Credits at L2 or Literacy 10+ Credits at L2
The aim of Year 13 Economics is to enable students to attain a level of economic literacy and understanding which would allow them to develop a continuing and critical interest in contemporary economic issues.
Year 13 Economics provides a stepping stone to many careers, in commerce, humanities, even engineering and law. It provides the basis for Stage One Economics at University, giving you a head start in your University career.
Wellington Trip to Reserve Bank, Treasury and Parliament
Course Overview
Term 1
AS91401 3.3
Demonstrate understanding of micro-economic concepts
5 credits Internal
Term 2
AS91402 3.4
Demonstrate an understanding of government interventions to correct market failures
5 credits Internal
Term 3
AS91400 v2 (4 credits) External
Economics 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the efficiency of different market structures using marginal analysis
Term 4
AS91400 v2 (4 credits) External
Economics 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the efficiency of different market structures using marginal analysis
Career Pathways
Statistician, Economist, Policy Analyst, Tertiary Lecturer, Bank Worker, Financial Adviser, Insurance Adviser, Auctioneer, Property Manager, Mortgage Broker, Real Estate Agent, Valuer