University Event

Year 12 Economics Masterclass

University event offered by Teesside University

Event Summary:

Masterclasses allow students to experience different teaching styles and provide an opportunity to make contact with students of similar academic ability.

Full Event Details:

Can You Run the American Economy?
Using a macroeconomic model designed by Gregory Mankiw (professor of economics at Harvard), students will have a chance to run the US economy, making decisions on the important macro policy tools and watching their effect on unemployment, inflation and economic growth. The model also includes a popularity rating, so will you be more successful than Barak Obama; can you steer the economy to win the next election? We all know that ‘it’s the economy, stupid’.

After a brief introduction to macroeconomics, ystudents will work in groups on the model that simulates the US economy. At the end of the session, each group will report back on their results and take part in a general discussion on the problems of macroeconomic modelling and policy.

Suitable For:
Bookings by Teachers for Key Stage 5 (Students aged 16-18)
Individuals (Enquiry not required to be through a school)

Duration: Short Session

Min. Students: 1

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Institution Profile:

Based on our vibrant campus in the heart of Middlesbrough in North East England, Teesside University is a friendly, modern university with a range of courses and study options.

Teesside University offers courses in the areas of computing, media and the arts; health and social care; science, engineering and design; and social sciences, humanities and law. The University also has an established business school.

Recently, the University has invested more than £270m in its campus and facilities. An additional £300m investment is scheduled for the next ten years. Have a look at our website (tees.ac.uk/campusmasterplan) to see what we've been up to.

Teesside is known for its exciting mix of industry, culture and striking scenery. With an impressive coastline and expansive countryside on its doorstep, it’s a great place to soak up some sights and enjoy the outdoors.

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Teesside University
Middlesbrough
Tees Valley
TS1 3BX
UK