Undergraduate - UnitETC2440 - Mathematics for economics and business

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6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL

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Level	Undergraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Business and Economics
Offered	Clayton First semester 2012 (Day)
Coordinator(s)	Associate Professor Ralph Snyder and Mr John Stapleton

Synopsis

This unit introduces mathematical techniques that are invaluable tools for econometrics, economics, finance, and business. Topics covered include: matrix algebra; linear simultaneous systems; Eigen values, random vectors; optimisation, including the Lagrange multiplier method; partial differentiation; multiple integration; difference and differential equations. Some emphasis will be given to the use of computer programs for performing matrix calculations.

Outcomes

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

provide a practical training in basic mathematics needed for the study of econometrics
examine the calculus of many variables and its application in econometrics and business statistics
introduce matrix algebra
provide a training in the use of mathematical software.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 40%
Examination (2 hours): 60%

Chief examiner(s)

Associate Professor Ralph Snyder

Contact hours

4 hours per week

Prerequisites

ETC1000

Prohibitions

ECC2440, ETF2700