Economics

Course summary

Studying A-Level Economics will enable you to attain a greater understanding of the modern world in which we live, and will provide you with an insight in to the decisions that are made in business and government. This course aims to stimulate your interest in how economies work – at personal, national and world levels. A sample of the issues you will be encouraged to investigate are: • Why do economies experience recessions? • What determines the level of UK interest rates? Is a strong pound desirable? • What are the implications of a national minimum wage? • Should the health service be provided by the state or the private sector? • Do the activities of multinationals assist or hinder the development of poor countries? • Why have African economies been slow to develop? Should we provide aid? • Why are footballers paid more than nurses? • How does consumer behaviour affect economies growth structure?