In order to obtain this A-Level, students must take four separate examinations. The titles of the four papers are:
- Unit 1: Markets in Action
- Unit 2: Macroeconomic Policy and Performance
- Unit 3: Business Behavior
- Unit 4: Developments in the Global Economy
More specifically, Papers 1 and 2 make up half an A-Level, known as the AS Level and Papers 3 and 4 make up the other half, known as the A2 level. Thus, each paper makes up 25% of the student’s final A-Level grade.
The syllabus is typically taught within two academic years, but can be completed sooner on the premise that the student is willing to input more time and effort.
Please see the table below for a detailed analysis of the four papers.
Unit number and title | Level | Assessment Information | Number of raw marks Allocated in the Unit |
Unit 1: Markets in Action |
IAS | Examination length: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Examination paper in two sections: |
80 |
Unit 2: Macroeconomic Performance and Policy |
IAS | Examination length: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Examination paper in two sections: |
80 |
Unit 3: Business Behaviour |
IA2 | Examination length: 2 hours
Examination paper in two sections: |
80 |
Unit 4: Developments in the Global Economy |
IA2 | Examination length: 2 hours
Examination paper in two sections: |
80 |
For any further information please visit the official International A-Level site: qualifications.pearson.com