Economics

In economics, capital holds great importance, even if truth and expertise may be elusive.

For many students, this may be their first encounter with business courses. Fortunately, the content we need to learn aligns with what domestic undergraduates study. However, there is a challenge as business studies have expanded in recent years, encompassing areas like business ethics and sustainable development, which are now part of the assessment. In general, the economics exam evaluates logical reasoning, operations, and conceptual understanding.

Economics textbooks can be categorized into two types. The first is the recognized "Bible" of economics, consisting of original works. The second type simplifies, condenses, and summarizes the original works to cater to specific scenarios. Each has its pros and cons. The original economics texts provide detailed knowledge but require significant study time. Derivative textbooks help students grasp key concepts quickly, but understanding the "why" behind the concepts may be challenging, resulting in limited score improvement.

Economics is a fundamental course for most business and finance majors, and its popularity has surged in recent years. By completing the Leaving Certificate, students will have acquired approximately 80% of the economics knowledge required at the university level.