1. COURSE OBJECTIVES
The course provides an introduction to topics such as calculus, linear algebra and optimisation techniques. Topics include basic Quantitative Methods, Mathematical Functions, Vectors and Matrices, Differentiation and Integration, Linear Programming, Sequences… Students are exposed to Business Mathematical Techniques covering areas such as Simple and Compound Interest, Present value, Discounting, Depreciation and Amortisation.The various quantitative methods are of particular relevance to those involved in decision-making and analysis. The course also describes situations in which mathematical arguments can be used in problem solving. The course is for students studying in the areas of Business, Economics, Banking, Finance, Management and Accounting.
2. COURSE CONTENTS
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No. |
Content |
Time Allocation |
Contribution to CLO |
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Hour(s) on the class |
Essays, exercise, Assignments… |
Self-study with teacher’s tutorials |
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Lecture |
Practice, Seminar… |
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1 |
Linear equations |
2 |
0 |
1 |
5 |
1,5,7,8 |
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2. |
Non-linear equations |
2 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
1,6,7,8 |
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3. |
Mathematics of finance |
2 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
2,5,7,8 |
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4. |
Mathematics of finance |
2 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
2,6,7,8 |
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5. |
Differentiation |
2 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
2,5,7,8 |
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6. |
Differentiation |
2 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
2,5,7,8 |
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7. |
Differentiation |
2 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
2,6,7,8 |
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8. |
Partial differentation |
2 |
1 |
1,5 |
5 |
2,5,7,8 |
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9. |
Partial differentation |
2 |
1 |
2 |
5 |
2,6,7,8 |
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10. |
Partial differentation |
2 |
1 |
2 |
5 |
2,6,7,8 |
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11. |
Integration |
2 |
1 |
2 |
5 |
2,5,7,8 |
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12. |
Integration |
2 |
1 |
2 |
5 |
2,6,7,8 |
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13. |
Matrices |
2 |
2 |
2 |
5,5 |
3,5, 7,8 |
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14. |
Linear programming |
2 |
1 |
2 |
6 |
3,5, 7,8 |
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15. |
Linear programming |
2 |
1 |
2 |
6 |
4,6,7,8 |
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Total |
30 |
15 |
22,5 |
82,5 |
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3. COURSE ASSESSMENT
– Score ladder: 10
– Components of assessment
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orm |
Content |
Criteria |
CLO |
Proportion |
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Formative |
Attendance |
Check your attendance in class. Check the level of participation in the lesson and completing all the requirements of the lecturers or homeworks |
Number of times attending in class and the process of participating in the lesson |
1,2,3 7,8 |
10% |
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Quiz, midterm test; Report |
The contents of the course |
Multiple choice or essay test in about 60 minutes |
45,6,7,8 |
30% |
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Summative |
Final test |
The contents of the course
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60-minute essay test
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3,45,6,7,8 |
60% |
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Total: |
100% |
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