Economics and Personal Finance (T36) | Open University

Course summary

By studying this certificate, you'll appreciate how economic theory helps understand real world important issues in areas such as government policy, international trade, business decisions, work and innovation. You’ll discover how economics and the economies have evolved over time. This will give you a building block towards acquiring a critical perspective on economics and economic choices for our daily lives. As you’re learning about income, expenditure, savings and investments, you'll gain practical tools and ideas on how to manage your own money effectively.

Key features of the course

Understand how economic theory relates to a variety of real-world topics in society.
Introduces statistical methods and how to apply them to actual economic problems.
Develop introductory skills in analytical thought, numeracy and data analysis that are valued by employers.
Learn practical skills enabling you to manage your money better.

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