Economics and Business & Management
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How should I proceed answering the question: Distinguish between decreasing returns to scale and the law of diminishing returns?
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Economics supply side policies
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SO a quick question, when it comes to supply side policies, it is trying to increase long term aggregate supply right? But how about the short run aggregate supply then? I mean, if an economy increase the quantity and improve the quality of its resources, the long run aggregate supply will shift to the right. But does it mean the short run aggregate supply will increase as well?
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I do Business and Management(SL) I'm meant to create an action plan for my IA by Thursday but I'm confused about how I should be doing this? What should I be including in my action plan? I still havent picked my business and research question.. So I have to do that first. But I would highly appreciate it if someone could explain what the action plan should entail.
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Any thoughts on LadyA? Any important or interesting points that anybody came across? It would be great to share ideas and prepare together! I think its really important to know the costs and benefits of each of the three options in the end as I have a feeling they are bound to ask something regarding that. We can create a SWOT analysis for each of the options. The main strengths would be her previous experience and existing brand loyalty. Weaknesses: Tough competition from other younger or more experienced singers. Any more ideas?
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Anyone know where I can get good notes to use as revision? I know all the concepts, but going over the book is daunting, demotivating, and isn't concise :/ So anyone knows where I can get revision notes to go over everything?
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Ok so I picked a topic for my Business EE but Im not sure which analytical tool I should use... my topic is "Does Coca Cola's decision to become socially responsible affects their external stakeholders such as consumers and shareholders?" I was wondering if i can just use statistical diagrams and tables ? please anything will helppp :'(
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Hi, I wonder if anyone would be so kind to proofread my Economics IA. I am not sure if I have a good article or anything yet so all I am asking for is some thoughts/comments on the 400 (?) words I have written so far. Thanks!
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What are the best methods of preparation for (HL) paper 1? Any tips/advice are highly appreciated!
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Hey guys! so I have an economics terminology test tomorrow, concerning macroeconomics and I find it hard to memorize about 40 terms... do you guys have any methods how to remember that many words in a short time? thanks in advance
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Hey guys! I was just wondering if any of you could recommend a really good Econ guide to help me study please? I'm finding Economics a reallllyyyy tough subject! Any suggestions on what the best guide could possibly be? Thanks so much!
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About the Keynesian curve, is it an AS curve or a LRAS curve. In the oxford book they use both AS and LRAS whereas in the cambridge textbook it says the keynesian curve is a short run curve. Additionally, the vertical line in the Keynesian curve is not the same as the potential output right? It should be the maximum output of the country when it employs all the resources in the economy, no natural unemployment.but potential output is with natural unemployment. In the oxford book, they say the vertical line is just the full potential, but in other textbooks, pearson and cambridge, they say it is not the full potential and it exceeds the full potential. I am confused.
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hi, so I'm usually pretty good at econ paper 1s, in my mock i found it simple, and got a high 7. However when i opened my real paper one i was horrified, the questions were basically on all the stuff i wasn't perfect on, so i was pretty pissed off.... I was wondering if anyone else who has done this paper had the same problems, and actually how you guys went about answering the questions.
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Hi guys! I was wondering if someone could help me come up with some theories for my practice econ IA. I have emailed my teacher and she approved the article, however she said that my theories were incorrect. http://www.dallasnews.com/business/technology/headlines/20150126-in-latest-mexico-deal-att-escalates-competition-with-carlos-slim.ece thank you in advance!
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Here is a really effective SWOT analysis sheet. SWOT_Analysis.pdf
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Hello everyone! I am currently in my first year in IB, and I have just signed up for classes for next year. I have chosen IB Business and Management as my required IB elective. I chose this because it is unlike anything I have ever tried, and I think it would be something I might enjoy. My question is: what do I need to expect for this class? How heavy is the course load? Is it a particularly challenging class? Are the IA's extremely difficult? Does it have a heavy emphasis on math? I ask all of this because I really don't know what I got myself into. Any information would be greatly appreciated! I think it will be an interesting class to take, but I really don't know …
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Hello guys, I am starting writing my first IA for economics. I have already submitted my article but I am not sure for what graphs and explanations to use and start with... I would like to ask you for your help this is the link of my article: http://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/0/de23602c-e96a-11e4-b7e8-00144feab7de.html#axzz3YscrebCo Thanks you very much
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does anyone else feel like this...or is it just me? I heard for the essay paper you can choose which topic you do...so would it be possible to avoid theory of the firm?
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I need good Business Internal Assesments Topics, I've been having a hard time finding one, a topic I have now on mind is "How Can Blackberry increase it sales in the world market?" Since blackberry is known for its market failure since they don't keep in mind their customer needs. Any other suggestions?
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I have briefly started working on my extended essay about "The effects on quantitative easing on the stock-market". I am going to conduct research on how the stock market is affected by quantitative easing, interviews for my primary research and documents for my secondary research. I am kind of unsure what theory is should include, and such. And i am more than open to recieve tips that could improve my essay.
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Currently, I'm working on a CUEGIS for section C question on Paper two with my classmates. Actually, I don't even understand the concept and why we are doing this research. I know it will help me develop deeper and more integrated understanding of business management in a global context, though. Well, I chose Apple and google and see them in cultural aspects (a textbook from 1.6 Growth and evolution). Do you have any ideas how I can research them?
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Using HL theory in SL exams
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Hi, I'm preparing for the May exams in Econs SL and was wondering how examiners consider HL content being used in SL exams. I'm thinking mostly about essays on International Trade. I keep wanting to explain its benefits in terms of comparative and absolute advantages and was after that I might've not explained it with enough depth of a HL student. Will I be able to use these concepts and will I have to define them or can I just use it since my syllabus doesn't technically cover these concepts.
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As you all know, its hardly a week more before the boards commence, I am a BM HL student and confused how to study for the exams. I have revised the entire book but now finding it difficult as to how to practice for the Finals. I also want to know some recommendations and tips regarding how to score maximum score band for an answer. My teacher said that for the long questions, we need to support every point with giving a solution for the same, is it true...? Keeping in mind the time, how much to write is another big question. I write considerably a lot but what is the optimum requirement of a 6-9 mark question? Hoping for kind replies bcoz I am sure I am not the lone one …
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Hi all Its role of the business management is the toughest. Every thing should be planned before taking any step. Therefore suggest some of the good tricks of business management that should be followed in an management company.
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So the question is -- If Expansionary monetary policy can intensify businesses to spend more on capital, it implies EMP increases the potential output right? as producers produce more. So the effect of EMP will be increase in both aggregate demand and aggregate supply? thx
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I am doing my extended essay in B&M and I have a hopeless supervisor, can i get some comments on my RQ? RQ: To what extent would Starbucks arrival into town affect the Deli de Luca’s coffee sales? -Deli de Luca is a kiosque like 7/11 -Starbucks is opening a new store in the same building as Deli de Luca. What do you guys think about my RQ?
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Hey guys, Seeing as the exams are drawing closer, for the May 2015 candidates as well as everyone else, I thought that we could start having contextual examples here. By that, I mean certain questions, such as 'Explain using Supply and Demand, how producers and consumers benefit from subsidies" require us to have context. I thought this thread could become a place where we put examples of various Economic things (monopolies, subsidies, taxes etc). That way, we help basically everyone. I'll post a few examples: YKK produces 7 billion zippers a year, and has a 90% market share. Eg for Monopoly and can be used for economies of scale. The UK offers subsidies to wind farme…
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Guys! I have a little problem. My IA is due tomorrow and I have all the information and my article and everything, but I have no idea how to structure it to get the best score. So do you guys have any suggestions or methods how to structure IA? And I know it might sound stupid but what should the first, title page look like? (My IA is on Microeconomics -> market failure, negative externality of consumption of alcohol) Thanks a lot!
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Please suggest if this is a good article for my commentary. http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2015/apr/02/carbon-floor-price-hike-will-trigger-uk-coal-slowdown-say-analysts Also is it possible that we choose an article that tis related to both macro and micro economics but is analysed from the micro point of view for commentary 1. any help is appreciated
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Hello everyone The case study is out. We could have possible discussions here, whilst sharing our thoughts and ideas.
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Hey Guys! I have been trying to find the 2016 Economics syllabus online, but have only been able to find the 2013 version. Does anyone know where I can get the 2016 IB Economics syllabus?
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Econ IA first draft ... .. confusion
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So, I just summited my econ IA first draft and I really dont know what to do next..... According to my teacher, he told me not to use quote from the article. E.G, 'investors worried about the consequence of the falling oil price' , therefore, Investment on capital will decrease due to the low business confidence. I have 4 quotes in total as some youtube videos and website made by IB teachers recommend using quote to expand your argument and comment on it ( thus commentary ). I am confused. Also about abbreviation? is it allowed? my teacher said no and it is quite a waste of words. E.g expansionary monetary policy is in my IA for more than 10 times. so 30 words i…
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I'm studying B&M HL and will be taking my final exams this coming month. I'm in the middle of my final revision process and was wondering if anyone could offer me a comprehensive list of all the formulas that will not be present in my booklet and I will need to know by heart by the time the exams roll in. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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Hi guys, I am doing my extended essay on the research question " To what extent have the promotional strategies used by Woodin enhanced it to be a success in the Ghanaian fashion industry?". I am currently stuck, and will like to ask for suggestions to employ in my essay. Thank you very much
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Business and Management
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Anyone have notes on Human Resources Management ??
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Hello everyone, I am entering the IB Diploma programme by next academic year and I'm a bit confused with my group 3 subjects. I have chosen ITGS and Psychology in SL but I am going to take Business or Chemical Engineer for my bachelor's degree.... Should I change my group 3 into ITGS and Business and Management or Psychology and Business and Management or what? NB: I'm not really good in memorising and I have better backgrounds in ICT and Business than in Biology. Thanks a lot.
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Hello! So I want to study physics in Uni. I'm aiming on choosing HL Maths and HL physics. I wanted to do HL Chemistry aswell but realised that the combination of these three subjects on HL will kill me.. So I think I want to do either economics or business management. Which one is "easier"?? Which on is easier to get a 7 in? I read that some universities considers Business Management to be a "soft" subject.. could it therefore be a disadvantage for me to choose that since it would be considered lazy even though I want to study physics? I want a high overall grade though since i'm aiming to get into one of the top 10 Unis in UK. Thanks
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What do I do if my sample size isn't big enough? :/ I've had the company manager of my IA research send out surveys to about 100 people or less but I've only gotten 11 responses back What should I do? :/ Thanks!
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Hello, I have chosen this article for my micro IA, do you think that it is a good article? http://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/pa/article-2901632/House-price-rise-set-slow-down.html THANK YOU!
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Answers for business questions are quite different from Chemistry or Biology where there is an exact answer. I don't know hot to answer the they that IB wants.... Ok... I should make connection to the case study... apply business terms... analyse. Could anyone please give me some general recommendations how to answer in that way to reach the high score band? For Chemistry, there is a book at school: IB prepared for Chemistry... I fount it very useful, it gave explanation and examiners' notes along with the ok,good and great answer examples. Does anyone has a pdf of IB Prepared for Business and Management HL?????
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Hello! This is my first post on here since I've been doing quite fine in the IB so far. However, I'm having trouble working out a research question for my EE... I have chosen Business & Management as my subject, and online sales & marketing as the theme of the essay. I've contacted a family friend who runs a car customization & restoration shop as well as an online car parts/electronics retailer in California. Their total annual revenue is in the millions. His proposition, too, was to examine the impact of online sales on good ol' street shops, which is quite a broad subject. I am under the impression that the EE needs to focus on one specific thing, whi…
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Hi! My microeconomics IA is due to this monday and I was wondering if anyone would be willing to give me some feedback? I am a bit worried about my analysis and my evaluation because my teacher did not like it before when he saw it. I have however change it but it would be nice if anyone could look it over. It would make my day! Thank you on before hand!
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Hi Guys, I'm working on my Business IA and need some ideas. What are forces for and against change on a Lewin's force diagram for a tutoring center? My question is if the center should hire more full-time employees! Thanks
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Hi can anyone suggest a good microeconomics article for an econ IA? It has a few requirements. It must be less than 1 year old (i.e. no older than April 22, 2014)It should be a relatively short article (i.e. 1-3 pages long)Your article must not be from “Reuters†or “Associated Press†(AP), and using “the economist†is discouraged.Thank you for your help
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So we all know there is word limit in econ commentary, so I wonder if symbols are counted as words or not? is it allowed to use symbols such as ↑ ? thx
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Hello! I was wondering if any of you could spare some time to read over my economics commentary? It is rather short. It is on market structures- monopoly and I have some doubt about my evaluation. I would really appreciate your opinions, so please do let me know if you are interested to read it. Thank you so much! : )
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interest rate and currency?
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higher interest rate -- appreciation? lower interest rate -- depreciation? why a higher interest rate increases foreign investment? I am confused,
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Hi, I'm in MYP5 at the moment and we are about to choose our subjects for DP. I want to study International Business Management in university but I don't really know what subject and in what level I need to take, please help!! These are the subject I'm thinking of but did I choose the right subject for the program I want to study in university? SL Math SL Swedish A SL Physics HL Economics HL Psychology HL English B
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Hi! I am currently practicing past papers but I cannot find the marking scheme for 2007 November paper 2 TZ0 standard level...? It would be extremely helpful if anyone has a link to that marking scheme or even the document.. Thank you so much!
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Interest rate and net export.
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ifinterest rate decreases as a main part of the monetary policy, the net export will increase? The reason behinds is interest rate depreciate the currency and thus export becomes more attractive and import becomes more expensive.? Is that correct?
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How can I narrow down this EE topic? btw im gonna focus it on colorado
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