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Degree Type Self-paced on your time
Duration 12 Weeks
Country United States
Language English

Program Overview

Want to learn how individuals and businesses make the decisions that drive our economy - and use those skills to ace the Microeconomics AP® exam? This is the course for you!This economics course is an introduction to basic microeconomic principles. You will learn how individuals make decisions ranging from what type of goods to buy to how many hours to work, and how firms make decisions ranging from how many workers to hire to what prices to charge. You will study how to evaluate economic outcomes from the perspective of efficiency and fairness, and discuss the proper role of the government in determining these outcomes.This course will cover all material that is required for the Microeconomics AP® exam. It will cover this material through a mix of intuitive explanations, real-world applications, and graphical and mathematical supplements that explore the content in more depth. By the end of the course, not only will you have an understanding of the most important principles of microeconomics, but you’ll be able to use these principles to better understand the workings of the real world around you!*Advanced Placement® and AP® are trademarks registered and/or owned by the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, these offerings.

Career Opportunities

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Program Curriculum

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Admission Requirements

Detailed admission requirements are not specified. Common requirements may include:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Academic transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS)

For specific requirements, please contact the university directly.

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, United States

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Application Information

  • Language English
  • Duration 12 Weeks