Core Course
EC111 – Mathematics I
Course Unit Code: EC111
Type Of Unit: Core
Level of Course Unit: First cycle
Year of Study: First year
Semester: On demand
Number of ECTS Credits: 6
Class Contact Hours: 36
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites
None
Course Objectives
The objective of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills for an in-depth understanding of the theory and application of mathematics used in Economics and to provide the tools for microeconomic, macroeconomic and econometric courses.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe problems of interest in social sciences using mathematical notions.
- Apply the techniques of contemporary mathematics to the social sciences.
- Formulate a description of a real problem using mathematical models.
- Analyze models through the mathematical tools the course provides (Linear Algebra, Calculus and Dynamic Systems).
- Solve optimization and other relevant mathematical problems to social sciences.
- Interpret the mathematical results of problem solutions.
Course Content
Course Features
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures; in-class discussion and debates; in-class exercises; problem sets
Assessment methods and criteria
20% Class participation (including written class quizzes) and problem sets
30% Midterm
50% Final Exam
Language of Instruction
English
Work Placement(s)
Not applicable
Readings
Textbooks:
1. Jacques, I. (2018). Mathematics for Economics and Business. Pearson
Optional textbook:
2. Hoy, M., Livernois, J., McKenna, C., Rees R., and Stengos, T (2011). Mathematics for Economics, 3rd ed.
3. Wainwright, K., and Chiang, A. (2005). Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics, 4th ed.
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