The IB Economics SL course explores fundamental economic concepts and applies them to real-world issues, encouraging students to think critically about how economic decisions impact individuals and societies. Students study microeconomics, macroeconomics, and the global economy, using economic models and terminology to analyze current events. The course emphasizes analytical thinking, evaluation of policies, and global awareness. Assessment includes two external exams and an internal assessment consisting of three written commentaries based on news articles.
Prerequisites
Successful completion of previous social studies course. Open to all Grade 11 and 12 W-L students who meet the prerequisites.
This course prepares students for the required Standard Level IB examination in Economics at the end of the course of study. Students will complete an Internal Assessment and sit for External Assessments (two papers/exams). Successful completion of this course will meet the Economics and Personal Finance graduation requirement. Segments of this course will be taught online, thereby satisfying the graduation requirement for a virtual course. This IB course is weighted by applying an additional 1.0 quality point value assigned to the final grade upon completion of the course.