(2-year course)
Grades: 11–12 (two-year course)
Subject Area/Course Credit: Social Studies, 1 credit each year
Prerequisite: SL no prerequisite. To enroll in HL students should earn a B or above in History II, or C in AP World History, AND A- in Math 2C, or B in Math 2B or C or above in Math 2A, OR a teacher recommendation.
IB Economics explores the principles and theories underpinning microeconomics, macroeconomics, international trade, and development. Students analyze real-world issues, interpret data, and evaluate policies' impacts on stakeholders and societies. The course fosters critical thinking, structured writing, and ethical awareness, emphasizing global perspectives and sustainability. Through research, discussion, and problem-solving, students gain a solid foundation for understanding complex economic challenges.