Course: Influences on the NZ Macro-economy (NCEA L3 - Economics)
This course will allow you to describe the current state of the NZ economy in relation to the goals of government, be able to explain the influence of both internal and external factors on those economic goals and analyse the best government policy to achieve these.
When:
Term Three
Subject Area(s)
Economics - A stand alone module that builds on the Level 2 Economic course.
NCEA L3
Macroeconomics at this level allows students to use key economic indicators to understand the current state of the economy and predict the outcome of internal or external influences. This course prepares students for first year of tertiary study in commerce, business, agribusiness and many other degrees. It also prepares students to take an active role in politics, business and many other real world situations.
Requirements
Students will need to be inquisitive about the current state of the New Zealand economy and be willing to participate in debate and discussion about the government's macroeconomic goals. They will also need to purchase a workbook "Understanding Macroeconomics Level 3 Workbook" - Dan Rennie ($15 approximate cost).
Assessment
91403 Demonstrate understanding of macro-economic influences on the New Zealand economy. (External) (6 credits)
About the Teacher
Angela Mitchell has been teaching for 15 years. She currently teaches at Ashburton College where she is Head of the Faculty of Social Sciences. Mrs Mitchell has taught Level 3 Economics online for NetNZ for the last 5 years and finds teaching in the online environment extremely rewarding. She has a passion for netball having spent many years playing elite netball and coaching secondary school teams. Mrs Mitchell also enjoys travelling and spending time with her family.