IB Economics
- Paper 1 evaluation and real-world examples
- Paper 2 data response strategy and time management
- Paper 3 quantitative skills and diagram precision
- IA selection, commentary structure, and feedback
Vancouver born. North America ready.
IB Economics and AP Economics course tutoring that feels like strategy, not stress.
Master the diagrams, unlock evaluation, and learn how to think like an economist. We match you with specialists who teach IB Economics HL/SL and AP Micro/Macro courses across Canada and the USA.
IB Economics HL/SLAP MicroeconomicsAP MacroeconomicsOnline + in-person support
Program focus
Two programs. One clear plan.
We tailor each session to the assessment style, command terms, and timing that actually drive scores.
AP Economics courses
- Micro: supply, demand, elasticity, market structures
- Macro: GDP, inflation, unemployment, and policy tools
- FRQ frameworks and graph mastery under time pressure
- MCQ accuracy with rapid elimination techniques
The method
We build economists, not memorizers.
01
Diagnose
We map your strengths, gaps, and exam style to design a personalized roadmap.
02
Explain
Diagrams and models become visual stories so your logic is effortless.
03
Drill
Targeted practice turns theory into exam-ready responses and sharper timing.
04
Refine
We tighten evaluation, structure, and graphs until they score consistently.
Mid-course clarity check
Get a 20-minute Economics roadmap session.
We will identify your biggest scoring gaps and outline the fastest path to points for IB or AP.
What you gain
Skills that move grades quickly.
Diagram fluency
Clean, labeled graphs that show shifts and outcomes fast.
Evaluation precision
Structured arguments that hit the command terms directly.
Exam confidence
Timing, templates, and feedback that make tests predictable.
Support that feels human
Economics tutoring built for real schedules.
We coach students from Vancouver, Toronto, Seattle, and beyond. Sessions are one-on-one, online or in person, with flexible scheduling and clear next steps after every lesson. Explore AP tutoring vs IB tutoring if you are deciding between programs.
What families love
- Specialists who live and breathe Economics exams.
- Session notes and priorities that keep momentum.
- Guidance that respects academic integrity.
- Pay-as-you-go flexibility with no long contracts.
REAL RESULTS
Wall of Love
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"Words cannot express how grateful I am to have Peter as my IB Chemistry tutor. Peter brought my IB Chemistry mark from a 5 to a 7 over the course of these two years. His humorous attitude makes classes engaging."
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Economics tutoring FAQs
Clear answers for IB Economics and AP Economics courses.
Strategic & Program-Specific
Absolutely. We have fully updated our curriculum for the current guide.
- Paper 3 Policy Focus: For HL students, we focus heavily on the new "Policy" questions, teaching you how to recommend specific economic interventions using the quantitative data provided -- a major shift from the old "math-only" Paper 3.
- Key Concepts: We integrate the 9 core concepts (Scarcity, Choice, Efficiency, Equity, Economic Well-being, Sustainability, Change, Interdependence, and Intervention) into every lesson, as required by the new assessment criteria.
It depends on how your brain works.
- Micro (The Concrete): Generally considered easier for students who like tangible examples (supply/demand for a single product) and precise graphs. It requires less abstraction but more "graphical discipline."
- Macro (The Systemic): Often harder for students who struggle to visualize invisible forces like "aggregate demand" or "monetary policy." However, it overlaps significantly with history and government courses.
- Our Advice: If you plan to major in business or political science, take both. If you only need one credit, Micro is statistically slightly safer for high scores.
Because Economics is not Math -- it is Logic illustrated by Math.
A math tutor can help you calculate a gradient, but they cannot explain why the Marginal Cost curve intersects the Average Total Cost curve at its lowest point (Productive Efficiency). Our tutors teach "Economic Intuition" -- the ability to look at a graph and tell the story behind it, which is exactly what the FRQs (Free Response Questions) demand.
A math tutor can help you calculate a gradient, but they cannot explain why the Marginal Cost curve intersects the Average Total Cost curve at its lowest point (Productive Efficiency). Our tutors teach "Economic Intuition" -- the ability to look at a graph and tell the story behind it, which is exactly what the FRQs (Free Response Questions) demand.
IB Economics Masterclass
The IA is where most students lose easy marks. We provide "Forensic IA Review" (strictly adhering to IB academic honesty).
- Article Selection: We help you reject articles that are "too good" (already analyze everything) and find articles that leave room for your analysis.
- Diagrams: We ensure your diagrams are not just pasted in but are dynamic -- showing the shift and the welfare loss explicitly.
- Evaluation: We teach you the "CLASPP" method for evaluation (Conclusion, Long-term/Short-term, Assumptions, Stakeholders, Priorities, Pros/Cons) to ensure you hit the top mark bands.
Memorizing definitions without understanding the mechanism.
In Paper 1 (Essay), knowing the definition of "Monetary Policy" gets you 2 marks. Explaining the transmission mechanism (how interest rates affect investment, which affects AD, which affects Price Level) gets you the other 8 marks. We force students to verbally explain these mechanisms until they are second nature.
In Paper 1 (Essay), knowing the definition of "Monetary Policy" gets you 2 marks. Explaining the transmission mechanism (how interest rates affect investment, which affects AD, which affects Price Level) gets you the other 8 marks. We force students to verbally explain these mechanisms until they are second nature.
Yes. The IB penalizes general examples (e.g., "Imagine a tax on cigarettes"). You need specific, cited examples.
Our tutors maintain a "Real World Case Bank" -- up-to-date examples like "Japan's Negative Interest Rates (2016-2024)" or "The Sugar Tax in the UK (2018)" -- that you can memorize and deploy in your exams to prove genuine engagement with the subject.
Our tutors maintain a "Real World Case Bank" -- up-to-date examples like "Japan's Negative Interest Rates (2016-2024)" or "The Sugar Tax in the UK (2018)" -- that you can memorize and deploy in your exams to prove genuine engagement with the subject.
AP Economics Deep Dive
The FRQ section is not an essay; it is a technical checklist. We teach a method called "Graph-First Answering":
- Draw the correct graph immediately (even if not asked).
- Use the graph to visually "solve" the question.
- Translate the visual movement into the specific "AP Speak" required by the College Board graders (e.g., "Rightward shift of the AD curve causing an increase in PL and Real GDP").
No. While collegiate economics relies heavily on Calculus, AP Economics uses algebra and geometry.
However, understanding the concept of a derivative (rate of change) helps significantly with Marginal Analysis (Marginal Cost, Marginal Revenue). We explain these concepts conceptually so you don't need the advanced math background to master the economic logic.
However, understanding the concept of a derivative (rate of change) helps significantly with Marginal Analysis (Marginal Cost, Marginal Revenue). We explain these concepts conceptually so you don't need the advanced math background to master the economic logic.
Yes, but pacing is critical.
The exams are often scheduled back-to-back in May. We create a "Parallel Path" schedule where we alternate topics to prevent burnout. We usually recommend finishing Micro concepts first (as they build the foundation of supply/demand) before broadening the scope to Macro policies.
The exams are often scheduled back-to-back in May. We create a "Parallel Path" schedule where we alternate topics to prevent burnout. We usually recommend finishing Micro concepts first (as they build the foundation of supply/demand) before broadening the scope to Macro policies.
Logistics & Results
Yes. Economics is highly visual (graphs, curves, shifts). Our online platform uses collaborative digital whiteboards where the student and tutor draw graphs simultaneously.
It is actually more effective than in-person tutoring for this subject because we can overlay "Correct" graphs over your "Draft" graphs to instantly highlight errors in slope or labeling.
It is actually more effective than in-person tutoring for this subject because we can overlay "Correct" graphs over your "Draft" graphs to instantly highlight errors in slope or labeling.
You need a digital tablet (iPad/Wacom) or a reliable mouse to draw graphs on our whiteboard. Economics cannot be learned passively; you must draw the shifts yourself. We will provide the past papers, case studies, and proprietary cheat sheets.
More to explore
Economics resources and guidance.
Helpful reading if you want to go deeper into IB and AP Economics expectations.
IB Economics vs AP EconomicsCourse and exam differences in one guide.IB Economics IA GuideStep-by-step direction for top IA scores.What is the IB Programme?Understand how IB is structured.What is Advanced Placement?How AP courses and exams work.IB/AP and college admissionsHow universities view these programs.Strategies to prevent exam anxietyMindset and planning tips for exams.
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North America coverage
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In-person support in Vancouver plus online tutoring for students across Canada and the USA.
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Specialists for IB Economics and AP Economics courses.
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