Unit 4 · The global economy · Topic 4.4

IB Economics — Economic integration

Trade blocs, integration stages, trade creation/diversion, welfare impacts.

What you'll learn in Topic 4.4

4.4.1 Types of trading blocs
4.4.2 Trade creation, trade diversion, and evaluation

Suggested study order: Read the notes for each sub-topic below → test yourself with flashcards → attempt practice questions → review exam technique.

Study resources — 4.4 Economic integration

4.4.1

Types of trading blocs

Notes

4.4.2

Trade creation, trade diversion, and evaluation

Notes

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Topic 4.4 Economic integration forms a core part of Unit 4: The global economy in IB Economics. Mastering these concepts will strengthen your understanding of connected topics across the syllabus and prepare you for exam questions that require analysis, evaluation, and real-world application.

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What does Topic 4.4 Economic integration cover in IB Business Management?

Topic 4.4 covers economic integration as part of the IB BM syllabus. Students learn key business concepts, tools, and frameworks that are assessed in Paper 1 (case study) and Paper 2 (structured questions).

How should I revise Economic integration for IB Business Management exams?

Start with the micro-topic notes to build understanding, then use flashcards for key terms and formulas. Practise applying concepts to case study scenarios and review how marks are allocated in IB mark schemes.

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