IB Economics — Stop memorising theory. Start scoring.
Times Edu trains students to write the way the IB marks: define → diagram → explain mechanism → apply to the case → evaluate. Master the marking criteria with timed routines and a step-by-step IA portfolio plan.
Syllabus
4 Units (Micro, Macro, Global, Micro)
Calculator
Required for Paper 2 & 3
IA Portfolio
3 Commentaries (SL/HL)
Results Driven
Average improvement of 2 grade points in 12 weeks.
Why IB Economics is Tough
Imprecise Diagrams
Losing marks for missing labels, incorrect shifts, or failing to link the diagram to the text.
Generic Evaluation
Writing “it depends” without prioritized reasoning, stakeholder analysis, or long-run implications.
IA Stress
Struggling to find current articles or writing 3 commentaries that sound like textbook summaries.
Outcomes in 4–12 Weeks
We don’t just teach content; we teach exam performance. Here is what you can expect.
Clean Diagram Discipline
Draw perfectly labelled diagrams from memory in under 60 seconds.
Paper 1 Evaluation Mastery
Use our “CLASPP” framework to evaluate any policy instantly.
Paper 2 Speed
Finish calculations and data response questions with time to spare.
Manageable IA Plan
A clear timeline and article checklist to secure your internal 20%.
Free 30’ Diagnostic Test
Not sure where you are losing marks? Take our diagnostic to get a breakdown by component and a personal score roadmap.
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SL vs HL — What Changes?
Standard Level (SL)
150 Hours- radio_button_checkedPaper 1 (30%): Essay paper. Answer 1 out of 3 questions.
- radio_button_checkedPaper 2 (40%): Data response. Answer 1 out of 2 questions.
- radio_button_checkedIA Portfolio (30%): Three commentaries based on news articles.
Higher Level (HL)
240 Hours- radio_button_checkedPaper 1 (20%): Same structure as SL, but lower weighting.
- radio_button_checkedPaper 2 (30%): Same structure as SL, but lower weighting.
- radio_button_checkedPaper 3 (30%): Policy paper. Calculations + Policy recommendation.
- radio_button_checkedIA Portfolio (20%): Same requirements, lower weighting.
Note: HL students cover extra topics like Theory of the Firm & Market Failure nuances.
Times Edu Strategy Playbook
We break down the syllabus into winning strategies for each component.
Paper 1: Essay Strategy
“Score with structure”
Master the essay skeleton. Use our Evaluation Toolkit to generate arguments on the fly and plug in Real-world evidence.
Paper 2: Data Response
“Extract → Apply → Conclude”
Data scan routines and chain-of-reasoning templates. Improve your calculator efficiency for quick marks.
Paper 3 (HL): Policy
“Advise like a policymaker”
Learn the Policy Menu & Criteria. Write recommendations that hit the top band marks without waffling.
IA Portfolio
“3 commentaries, 3 wins”
Article selection rules (critical!), commentary structure, and how to avoid repetition across your portfolio.
The Score-Improvement Loop
Concept & Diagram
Understand the theory and master the diagram drawing mechanics.
Paper Application
Apply theory to past paper questions (Paper 1, 2 or 3) immediately.
Feedback Cycle
Get graded feedback based on official markschemes.
Refine & Repeat
Target weak areas with specific drills until you score top marks.