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| Module Availability |
Autumn |
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| Assessment Pattern |
| Unit(s) of Assessment |
Weighting Towards Module
Mark (%)
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| Test in week 2 of the Autumn Semester |
100
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Qualifying Condition(s)
A mark of 50% is required to pass the module |
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| Module Overview |
The main objective of this module is to revise, or where appropriate introduce. These topics in mathematics relevant to the study of economics. In addition, the module will demonstrate the relevance and the power of mathematical tools in the process of structuring economic theory and the conduct of formal analysis. |
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
None |
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| Module Aims |
This module aims to familiarise students with conceptual and appropriate mathematical tools in economics |
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| Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module you will:
- Have mastered the techniques of differentiation and integration for a wide range of functions
- Be able to structure economics concepts in mathematical format
- Be proficient at solving optimization problems
- Be competent in the techniques of matrix algebra
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| Module Content |
The following is an indication of the likely topics to be covered:
Functions, including the exponential and natal of functions
Differentiation, comparitive-static analysis, optimization
Integration, Mark Algebra
Differential Equation
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
Lectures (20 hrs)
Readings using lecturers guidance
Preparing exercises
Responding to questions in class
Preparing and taking part in the test
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
Hoy Michael et al (2001) Mathematics for Economics, The MIT Press
Chiang and Wainwright (2005), Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics, 4th ed. (or earlier edit) McGraw Hill
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| Last Updated |
10 March 2011 |
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