Learning objectives
In an ever increasing number of contexts it is advisable that a graduate in economic disciplines is able to use quantitative measurements and tools. The main objective of the course is to allow the student to "take possession" of these tools in order to separate the structure of a problem from the context so that he/she can understand and communicate as effectively as possible what is needed to take informed and justified economic decisions.
Furthermore, at the end of the course, the student should:
- understand and properly treat the main models presented in the course;
- be able to solve practical problems;
- show good skills in making judgement;
- clearly communicate what he/she has learned.
Prerequisites
First and second order equations and inequalities.
Course unit content
Linear functions and models. Linar systems and matrices. Economic applications.
Non-linear functions.
Differential Calculus and economic applications.
Integrals. Functions in several variables. Economic applications.
Full programme
Written examination.
The knowledge and the skill in comprehension will be tested through three questions about elementary mathematics (1), a problem (2) and three theoretic questions (3).
The quality of learning, the skill in the applications of the concepts
and the independence of judgement will be verified through the economic problem (2). In order to solve such a problem, the student will individuate an opportune mathematical model, by obtaining the solution through the analytical tools presented in Course.
The use of an appropriate technical language will be checked through three open questions (3) about the theoretic subjects of the Course.
Indicative marks:
(1): 3/30
(2): 15/30
(3): 12/30
The teacher reserves the right to complete the exam with an oral test, if necessary.
The University will send to the students an email message to their University email address with the result of the exam (through Essetre system). The students can reject the result in a week, through an online procedure, clearly described in the message.
Bibliography
S. Waner, S.R. Costenoble, Strumenti quantitativi per la gestione aziendale, Apogeo, Milano, 2018.
Teaching methods
Oral lessons.
Assessment methods and criteria
Written exam.
The acquisition of knowledge and understanding will be tested by 3 questions about the prerequisites, a problem and 3 questions about the theory.
In particular, 3 initial questions (1 pt each) will be used to test the mastery of the preliminary notions required for the course.
To evaluate the learning ability, the capacity of applying the learned concepts to real problems and the independence of judgement, a problem (value: 15 pt.)will be proposed to the student, who must choose the appropriate mathematical model and method to find a solution and interpret the obtained results.
The acquisition of a technical language will be evaluate through 3 questions (4 pt. each) on theoretical topics covered in the course.
Other information
The Syllabus, the detailed program and the previous exam tests are uploaded on Elly.
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