(1 CREDIT) FULFILLS ECONOMICS AND PARTICIPATION AND GOVERNMENT REQIREMENT

Prerequisite: Average of 85 or better in the first three quarters of US History or an average of 75 or better in the  first three quarters of US History Honors.

IB Economics is a study of Macro- and Microeconomic theories at an introductory college level, with special emphasis placed on the international issues of trade and economic development. This is an excellent course for students interested in studying economics, finance, business, political science or history in college. Students must complete an internal assessment project that includes an economic analysis of four current research articles. The IB Economics exam is administered in May.