13 Economics 1

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Michelle Farquhar

Prerequisites

*12EC1* - At least 12 credits in Level 2 Economics (12EC1) including at least 8 credits from externally assessed standards
*12EC2* - At least 12 credits in Level 2 Economics (12EC2) including at least 4 credits from externally assessed standards

OR HoD approval

Students will:

•Reach a level of economic literacy and understanding and to develop a continuing and critical interest in current economic issues, which
will prepare them for study at university level
•Develop an understanding of theory used to explain the decisions made by firms and households
•Develop and understanding of the internal and external factors that affect the New Zealand economy

Faculties:

Commerce

Career Pathways

Cook, Mining Engineer, Accountant, Auditor, Actuary, Finance Manager, Retail Manager, Statistician, Baker, Hotel/Motel Manager, Cafe Worker, Debt Collector, Property Manager, Butcher, Waiter/Waitress, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Urban/Regional Planner, Kitchenhand, Chef, Elected Government Representative, Event Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Demonstrator, Dietitian, Maitre d’Hotel, Sports Coach/Official, Early Childhood Teacher, Environmental Scientist, Economist, Human Resources Adviser, Energy/Carbon Auditor, Financial Adviser, Food Technologist, Forestry Scientist, Health Promoter, Health Services Manager, Mortgage Broker, Nanny/Child Carer, Policy Analyst, Real Estate Agent, Secondary School Teacher, Valuer, Epidemiologist

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

*13EC1* - Supplementary costs: Approx $40

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