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Economics
East Barnet School - Barnet
02083442100
Chestnut Grove, East Barnet, Barnet, EN4 8PU
Course summary

Economics can provide students with a methodology for understanding and making sense of our complex external environment. The subject relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals or families to the structures created by governments and firms. Year 1 Modules • Unit 1: Understand simple micro economic models. • Unit 2: Study the main macro-economic policy instruments and predict the possible impact of such policies and recognise the assumptions involved. Year 2 Modules • Unit 3: Use and evaluate more complex models involving more variables, e.g. pricing and output decisions under different market structures. • Unit 4: Apply models to a wider range of contexts, e.g. considering the causes and consequences of inequality. CAREERS Studying Economics is evergreen with career opportunities in a variety of sectors which has not really changed overtime. A career in Economics or as an economist can involve a variety of sectors for example banking sector, trade, commerce, insurance, and other areas. Career options in Economics include jobs like economist, financial risk analyst, accountant, investment analyst, financial consultant, data analyst, teaching profession, government departments, banking, services within the public sector, banking services in private and foreign banks, entrepreneurship, etc.

Entry requirements

GCSE Grade 5 in English GCSE Grade 6 in Maths

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RegionLondon
Local AuthorityBarnet
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressChestnut Grove, East Barnet, Barnet, EN4 8PU