Business Mathematics
Alternative title(s):
Mathematics for Business
Overview
The objective of this course is to introduce the students to the basic concepts and tools of mathematics that are widely used in business. The course starts with simple topics such as numbers and digits, and step by step it takes the students into deeper level of business mathematics. Students will learn to solve basic problems such as linear equations, break evens, price-demand etc, and more complex topics including matrix and calculus. After completing this course, the students should be able to solve common mathematical problems in business settings.
Course Materials
Textbook: Gordon D. Prichett and John C. Saber. “Bowen’s Mathematics With Applications in Management and Economics.” Ed. 7. ISBN: 0256092370. Published by Richard D Irwin, U.S.A. (1993)
Other chapter-specific materials will be provided in the class. It is the responsibility of the students to collect or download those materials. You may visit this link to learn how to download these items: [How can I download lecture notes and study materials?]
Calculator
Do not enter the classroom without calculator.
A regular four-function calculator is not capable of solving many problems of this course, that’s why scientific calculator is preferred. Any good scientific calculator should serve the purpose. However, if you are planning to buy a new one, these are the recommended models to choose from: