International Discounts

How do you compare prices across borders? It’s hard, so sometimes economists cheat — and let McDonald’s do the work for them.

This is the famous “Big Mac Index” — a simple way to see how much money people across the world are able to really spend (at least on hamburgers).

We use this to calculate international discounts for our recorded webinar classes.

Most of our families live in the U.S. and Canada. If you live somewhere where most people make less money, you might be able to take advantage of this.

Here’s a recent map:

To figure out your country’s percentage, just divide the local cost of a Big Mac by the American cost. For example, if you live in the Philippines, we can make it so you just have to pay 55% on a recorded webinar:

Or if you live in Egypt, we can make it so you just have to pay 40% on a recorded webinar:

Then, just write us, and we’ll make a special promo code for you (and everyone in your country)!

Q: Which classes can I use this on?

Any of our recorded webinar classes — which include the Big Course recordings and the Arguing Comics recordings.

Q: Do I have to be physically living in the country?

Yup.

Q: What if I live in a country where a Big Mac costs more than it does in the U.S.?

Don’t worry — we’ll only apply it if it helps you!

Q: What if my country doesn’t have a McDonald’s?

We’re happy to use the KFC Index. And if your country doesn’t have either, let us know — we’ll consult with our resident economist, and work something out with you.