About the book
Doing Economics offers a clear and accessible guide to the nature of Economics. Unlike many other mainstream disciplines, economics is a subject that many students meet for the first time when they arrive at University to study the subject at degree level. The way economics is studied at university level can vary greatly from economics as represented in the media, but this handy beginner’s guide bridges that gap.
This book answers such questions as:
- What is economics as a subject?
- What sorts of questions does it address?
- What skills are needed to become a good economist?
- Where will it take me?
Students will be introduced to the key characters who contributed to the development of economics, as well as to the central ideas and concepts. This definitive guide outlines the attributes that make a good economist and presents a wide variety of employment opportunities that can follow the study of economics. Familiarising students with the important terms and issues, it is an essential volume for all students approaching this fascinating subject.
Editions of Doing Economics
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317648994
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317649007
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Doing Economics offers a clear and accessible guide to the nature of Economics. Unlike many other mainstream disciplines, economics is a subject that many students meet for the first time when they arrive at University to study the subject at degree level. The way economics is studied at university level can vary greatly from economics as represented in the media, but this handy beginner’s guide bridges that gap.
This book answers such questions as:
- What is economics as a subject?
- What sorts of questions does it address?
- What skills are needed to become a good economist?
- Where will it take me?
Students will be introduced to the key characters who contributed to the development of economics, as well as to the central ideas and concepts. This definitive guide outlines the attributes that make a good economist and presents a wide variety of employment opportunities that can follow the study of economics. Familiarising students with the important terms and issues, it is an essential volume for all students approaching this fascinating subject.
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What is Doing Economics about?
Doing Economics offers a clear and accessible guide to the nature of Economics. Unlike many other mainstream disciplines, economics is a subject that many students meet for the first time when they arrive at University to study the subject at degree level. The way economics is studied at university level can vary greatly from economics as represented in the media, but this handy beginner’s guide bridges that gap.
This book answers such questions as:
- What is economics as a subject?
- What sorts of questions does it address?
- What skills are needed to become a good economist?
- Where will it take me?
Students will be introduced to the key characters who contributed to the development of economics, as well as to the central ideas and concepts. This definitive guide outlines the attributes that make a good economist and presents a wide variety of employment opportunities that can follow the study of economics. Familiarising students with the important terms and issues, it is an essential volume for all students approaching this fascinating subject.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Doing Economics?
Economics, Finance, Business and Management > Economics
Where can I read a sample of Doing Economics?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317648994
Is Doing Economics part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Doing... Series
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Doing Economics?
Peter Smith
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Doing Economics is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317648994) and pdf(ISBN 9781317649007)