OGC Extended Essay: Economics

 Economics: Overview 

An extended essay (EE) in economics provides students with an opportunity to:

• undertake in-depth research in economics in an area of personal interest to them
• develop research skills
• apply economic theory to real-world situations
• make inferences based on real-world data
• analyse and evaluate the outcomes of their research.

The outcome of the research should be a coherent and structured analytical essay that effectively addresses the particular research question.

Requirements for an Economics EE

The Subject-Specific Guidance page for your chosen subject is THE KEY to ensuring your paper meets the requirements. Print, highlight, and annotate this page and pin it above your desk!

• Choice of Topic
• Treatment of Topic
• Assessment criteria breakdown for Econ

The Command Terms are the key terms and phrases used in examination questions. Using these in your essay will indicate a strong background in your subject

• Economics Command Terms

The Subject Reports give an overview of what EXAMINERS have said about makes a successful paper in the subject. Read these over to know what the examiners are looking for.

• Subject Report, 2018
• Subject Report, 2021