Best IB Economics tutors in Switzerland & online

If Economics is your group 3 subject, a Lanterna tutor can work with you on diagrams, evaluation, HL Paper 3 and your IA commentaries, in live one-to-one lessons from £58 (~65 CHF) an hour. Tutors include IB teachers and specialists with examiner experience, and lessons are booked on Central European Time for students in Zurich, Geneva and anywhere else in Switzerland.

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Economics tutors for Swiss IB students

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Eryk

Eryk

IB graduate

IB Economics Tutor44/45 IB graduateUniversity of Oxford

I'm Eryk, a recent first-class law graduate from Oxford, an IB graduate with 44 points and a future commercial lawyer. I achieved 7s in HL Economics, English and History. As a tutor, I have high expectations for my students, as I know from experience that the only way to truly excel is to practise, practise and practise. My primary objective as a tutor is not to be just another teacher, but to focus on strategies that will enable my students to practise and prepare independently. I believe that teaching someone how to teach themselves is infinitely more valuable than simply teaching a concept, and I hope to teach my students skills they can apply beyond the IB. Outside of tutoring, I like running, reading, cooking and travelling. One of my more niche hobbies includes building plastic models. I also speak three languages, English, Polish and Russian, and I am currently learning German and Mandarin.

  • Economics
  • English Literature
  • History
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Tridib

Tridib

IB graduate

IB Economics Tutor5+ years' IB tutoring45/45 IB graduateJohns Hopkins University

I'm Tridib, an IB graduate with 45 points who studied development economics at SOAS University of London at development finance at Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies. I achieved 7s in HL Economics, English and History, and I've been tutoring IB students for over 5 years. I focus on breaking down complex concepts into simple steps and helping students develop exam strategies that really work. I see myself as a mentor as much as a tutor. Outside of tutoring, I love cooking, traveling and watching cinema from across the world.

  • Economics
  • English Lang & Lit
  • History
  • English B
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Absar

Absar

IB teacher

IB Economics Tutor7 years' tutoringBocconi University

I’m Absar, an IB Economics instructor with a Master’s in Economics from Bocconi University in Milan. Over the past seven years, I’ve tutored students across the IB Diploma Programme, IGCSE, and A Level curricula, with a particular focus on IB Economics. My experience includes serving as the Lead IB DP Economics Instructor at an IB World School, where I guided students through complex economic concepts and exam preparation with proven results. My tutoring approach centres on making IB Economics relevant and engaging by linking theory to real-world applications. I create interactive, tailored lessons that strengthen analytical thinking and essay-writing skills while building student confidence. Whether tackling case studies, refining exam techniques, or exploring global economic issues, my goal is to make learning both effective and enjoyable. Outside of teaching, I love playing football and padel, both of which keep me energised and focused.

  • Economics
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Megha

Megha

IB teacher

IB Economics Tutor7+ years' teachingPhD candidate in Economics

I’m Megha, an experienced IB Economics teacher with over 7 years of classroom teaching experience. I’ve worked with both HL and SL students, helping them build a strong understanding of theory, improve essay-writing skills, and prepare confidently for final exams. I hold a postgraduate degree in Economics and am currently pursuing a part-time PhD in the same field. I taught IB Economics in a leading international school in India and now tutor students online, supporting learners worldwide with Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 3, and Internal Assessments. I have guided several students to top scoring IAs and A grades in both Economics and World studies Extended Essays. My tutoring style is warm, clear, and structured. I break down complex concepts using real-world examples and always tailor lessons to suit each student’s pace and goals. I focus on developing strong evaluation skills, exam strategies, and deep understanding,so students feel confident and supported every step of the way.

  • Economics
  • Internal Assessment
  • Extended Essay
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Antonis

Antonis

IB teacher

IB Economics Tutor40/45 IB graduateQualified IB teacherUniversity of Warwick

I’m Antonis, an IB graduate from the Class of 2012 with Higher Level Economics (94% final score), Physics, and Mathematics. My Extended Essay explored market structure theory through the lens of basketball — where theory meets real-world application. I’ve been tutoring IB students online since 2019 and currently teach IB Economics at an international school. My tutoring style is structured yet flexible — I create personalised learning plans, break complex ideas into simple, manageable steps, and track progress in a clear, measurable way. I believe in teaching through straightforward explanations and plenty of real-world examples that make Economics click. After all, this is the way I learn too. Outside of teaching, I’m passionate about long-distance running (I’m training for the London Marathon 2026), playing the bouzouki, and exploring new cuisines through cooking classes.

  • Economics
  • Extended Essay
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Domino

Domino

IB graduate

IB Economics Tutor40/45 IB graduateSciences Po

My name is Domino, and I graduated from the IB with a bilingual diploma in English and Spanish and 40 points at United World College Costa Rica in 2022. Since graduating, I have tutored over 15 students helping them with IAs, exam preparation, and content comprehension. At the same time, I attended Sciences Po Paris, which is ranked as the third best university in the world for politics, and I spent a year abroad studying Arabic at the University of Jordan. I graduated with a degree in Political Humanities and achieved the award of Summa Cum Laude. Now, I am currently based in the United Kingdom studying a Masters in Law. I enjoy tutoring and making knowledge more accessible for students. I focus on merging the practical knowledge in the syllabus with realistic examples and case studies to increase comprehension and memory of topics as well as using past papers as a method to become more comfortable with the final exams. In addition to tutoring, I love learning myself every day as well as travelling and social justice.

  • Economics
  • Global Politics
  • ESS
  • Internal Assessment
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Economics in a Swiss diploma

Economics and Business Management fill one category, not two

For Swiss universities, IB Economics and IB Business Management count as a single subject, so a diploma that contains both fills the humanities category only once. The University of Basel's IB rule says they count as one, and the University of Lausanne's admission directive says the two cannot be chosen together.

That shapes your DP1 choices. Swiss admission asks for six subjects from six categories (the full rule, points included, is on our home page), and Economics takes the humanities place. The sixth, elective place then needs something other than Business Management: a further language, a second science, History or Geography, Computer Science or Philosophy. Our guide to choosing IB subjects helps you weigh the rest of the combination.

Many economics and business applicants look at the University of St. Gallen; whether you sit HSG's selection procedure depends on your nationality and permit, not on your subjects, as our Business Management page explains.

Aiming for LSE?

LSE sets 39 points for its BSc Economics, including 766 across your HL subjects and a 7 in Mathematics. It names no Economics grade and doesn't require the subject, so your Maths result carries more weight there. Our Maths AA tutors can work alongside your Economics lessons.

Grades worldwide

Economics results in the May 2025 session

Economics candidates averaged 5.1 worldwide in May 2025, and 42.5% of them finished on a 6 or a 7. SL was no weaker at the top: 15.3% of graded SL candidates scored a 7, against 14.1% at HL. With Swiss thresholds counted out of 42 subject points, a 6 or 7 here leaves room for a harder subject elsewhere in your diploma.

IB Economics grades, SL and HL together, May 2025
IB Economics grades, SL and HL together, May 2025. Global average grade 5.1.
IB gradeShare of candidates
10.3%
22.9%
39.5%
418.1%
526.7%
628%
714.5%
30,886 candidates worldwide. Source: IB final statistical bulletin, May 2025.
Average grade lift after Lanterna tutoring
+1.6points

From a 4.0 average before tutoring to a 5.6 after tutoring with Lanterna.

Choosing a level

What HL adds to IB Economics

The units are shared. HL goes deeper in each and adds Paper 3, where you work with data to recommend a policy and defend it. Because the portfolio carries 30% of the SL grade against 20% at HL, the three commentaries weigh more for SL students; our overview of the current syllabus lists what each unit contains.

Standard Level

Economics SL

Class time
150 hours over two years
Papers
Paper 1 essays (75 min) and Paper 2 data response (105 min)
Mark split
Essays 30% · data paper 40% · portfolio 30%
Results, May 2025
10,797 candidates, mean 5.0
Suits
A diploma built around HL sciences, as for ETH or EPFL
Higher Level

Economics HL

Class time
240 hours over two years
Papers
The two SL papers, then a 105-minute policy paper (Paper 3)
Mark split
Essays 20% · data paper 30% · policy paper 30% · portfolio 20%
Results, May 2025
20,089 candidates, mean 5.2
Suits
Economics, finance and management degrees in Switzerland or abroad

The IA is three commentaries of up to 800 words each, every one on a different unit of the course.

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What Economics students say about Lanterna

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“Tutoring online has truly been a transformative experience for our son. Tutors are highly knowledgeable and know how to motivate students. Our son was failing Economics HL and has now developed a passion for the subject. His maths results have also improved. Registering to Lanterna online tuitions was definitely the right decision !”
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FAQs

IB Economics tutoring in Switzerland: common questions

How do I find an IB Economics tutor in Zurich or Geneva?

Start with a free consultation. Tell us whether you take SL or HL, which school you attend and how your last Economics test went, and we propose a tutor who fits. Lessons are live and online, so a student in Basel or Lausanne chooses from exactly the same tutors as one in Zurich or Geneva.

Can a tutor help me choose between Economics and Business Management?

Yes, and the choice deserves a conversation before DP1 subjects are fixed. For Swiss universities the two count as one subject, so taking both does not fill an extra category. We teach both courses; in the consultation we can compare them against your university plans, and our Business Management page describes the other side.

What does IB Economics tutoring cost in Swiss francs?

Lessons start at £58 (~65 CHF) an hour. We charge in pounds, so the franc figure is an approximation that moves with the exchange rate, and the hourly rate falls on larger packages. The price tiers on our home page show what changes between tutor types.

Will an Economics tutor work on my IA commentaries?

A tutor can teach you how the commentaries are marked, help you decide if a news article has enough economics in it to work with, and practise linking a diagram to the story. Choosing the articles and writing the commentaries stay your work, and comments on drafts come from your teacher. Our internal assessment page sets out what the IB allows.

Can Economics lessons be stepped up before the May 2027 exams?

Yes. The May 2027 papers fall between late April and mid-May, and some students add a second weekly lesson after the winter break for timed Paper 1 essays and Paper 3 practice. Spring holidays differ by canton and by school, so check your school's calendar and book the extra hours around it.

How much do Lanterna Economics students improve?

Across Lanterna's Economics students worldwide, the average grade rises from 4.0 before tutoring to 5.6 by results day. Treat it as a guide rather than a promise: your starting grade and how many lessons you take matter most.

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