Course Content, 5 Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Economics
What is economics and why does it affect your life?
Specialisation and trade, why we don't do everything ourselves
Economic systems compared
Macro vs. microeconomics
Module 2: Supply, Demand & Markets
Supply and demand, the engine of market prices
Macroeconomics and national economies
Productivity and economic growth
How prices signal information in markets
Module 3: Money, Inflation & Finance
What is inflation and how does it affect your savings?
Money, banking and the financial system
The 2008 financial crisis, what happened and why it matters
Bubbles and how to spot them
Module 4: Income, Work & Inequality
Understanding income and wealth inequality
Labour markets and minimum wage
The economics of education, is it worth it?
Behavioural economics, why we make irrational decisions
Module 5: Global Economics & Your Future
How healthcare economics affects your life
Globalisation, trade and poverty
Environmental economics and sustainability
Can money buy happiness?
Complete all modules above, then score 70%+ to earn your certificate