GCO2802

Computer models for business decisions ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: D Zhang

Offered:
Gippsland First semester 2006 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2006 (OCL)
Hong Kong First semester 2006 (OCL)
Malaysia First semester 2006 (Day)
OS-HKG-CID First semester 2006 (OCL)
Singapore First semester 2006 (OCL)

Synopsis: This unit examines the principles and practice of modelling and analysis of business systems as a support for the decision making activities. At the completion of the subject the student should understand some of the most commonly used computer modelling techniques used in business and industry and be familiar with the applications of these techniques to business related problems. Topics will include breakeven analysis, linear programming models, various aspects of decision making, waiting lines systems and simulation, network problems, and forecasting techniques.

Assessment: Assignments: 40% + Examination (3 hours): 60% assessment.

Contact Hours: 4 hours per week

Prerequisites: MAT1079

Prohibitions: BUS1110, ETW2480