Master Economics with Real-World Case Studies

Economics at Oxbridge isn't just about theories – it's about applying economic thinking to real-world problems. Our new case study collection bridges the gap between textbook knowledge and practical application.

Why Case Studies Matter

Oxbridge interviews often feature:

Current economic events

Policy analysis questions

Real-world problem solving

Interdisciplinary thinking

Our Case Study Collection

Macroeconomics

Central Bank Policies

Quantitative easing effects

Interest rate decisions

Inflation targeting

Currency interventions

Global Economic Events

Financial crisis analysis

Brexit economic impacts

COVID-19 economic response

Trade war implications

Microeconomics

Market Structures

Tech monopolies

Airline pricing strategies

Pharmaceutical patents

Gig economy dynamics

Behavioral Economics

Nudge theory applications

Consumer irrationality

Market bubbles

Decision-making biases

Featured Case Studies

1. The Energy Crisis

Analyzing the 2022-2023 energy crisis:

Supply and demand shocks

Price cap mechanisms

Government interventions

Distributional effects

2. Cryptocurrency Economics

Understanding digital currencies:

Monetary theory applications

Regulatory challenges

Market volatility

Future of money

3. Climate Economics

Economic approaches to climate change:

Carbon pricing mechanisms

Green investment

Cost-benefit analysis

International cooperation

How to Use These Resources

For PPE Applicants

Focus on policy implications

2. Consider political constraints

3. Think about philosophical questions

4. Practice interdisciplinary analysis

For Economics Applicants

Master technical analysis

2. Understand empirical methods

3. Develop model thinking

4. Practice data interpretation

Interview Application

Common Question Types

"How would you analyze..."

"What are the economic implications of..."

"Design a policy to address..."

"Evaluate the effectiveness of..."

Preparation Strategy

Read the case thoroughly

2. Identify key economic concepts

3. Consider multiple perspectives

4. Practice explaining clearly

Success Tips

Do:

Link to economic theory

Use real data when possible

Consider unintended consequences

Think about different stakeholders

Don't:

Memorize answers

Ignore political reality

Oversimplify complex issues

Forget distributional effects

Start Practicing

Access our full case study library and start developing the analytical skills that Oxbridge seeks. Each case includes:

Background information

Key questions

Model answers

Economics Case Studies