Aims

This course evaluates the following learning outcomes:

The student

3.h        Defines, explains and uses, both graphically and model-based, macro- and micro-economic concepts.
5.a        Uses static and dynamic models, graphically and algebraically, to analyse and solve (business) economic problems.
5.d        Uses methods and techniques of operational research to model and solve (business) economic problems.
8.d        Sets forth a logical and coherent argumentation to support choices made when solving a (business) economic problem with practical relevance.
11.g      Is familiar with relevant ICT applications and uses the knowledge and skills to solve (business) economic problems.

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Each student of Business Administration should have an understanding of mathematical concepts and their applications within the business economic sciences. In this context mathematic is a subsidiary science in service of other courses. At the same time mathematics includes an educational component in which the aim is that the student is able to reason abstractly and critically.

At the end of the course the student is able to work structurally in a problem-solving way.

Specifically the following competences are acquired:

•The student knows research methods within the field of the business economic sciences and can employ these. In particular (s)he can analyse micro and macro-economic concepts graphically and by means of models (3.h)

•The student has demonstrable knowledge and understanding of a number of analysis techniques, especially optimalisation and the use of mathematical techniques in model construction (3.h, 5.a)

•The student can independently construct a reasoning and work out an argumentation (8.d)

•The student is familiar with the workings of an electronic spreadsheet (MS Excel). He can use these knowledge and skills to solve problems in the domain of (business) economics. (11.g)More information

Each student of Business Administration should have an understanding of mathematical concepts and their applications within the business economic sciences. In this context mathematic is a subsidiary science in service of other courses. At the same time mathematics includes an educational component in which the aim is that the student is able to reason abstractly and critically.

At the end of the course the student is able to work structurally in a problem-solving way.

Specifically the following competences are acquired:

Previous knowledge

The student should master algebraic skills (including working with exponents, calculating with letter shapes, solving quadratic equations, using the rule of Horner at factorization of polynomials, graphical representation of elementary functions, basic two dimensional analytical geometry and elementary trigonometry) and logical and abstract reasoning skills.

Identical courses

This course is identical to the following courses:
Y05157 : Mathematics for Business A (S)
HSA21A : Mathematics for Business A (B)
HSH96A : Mathematics for Business A (S)
HTH92A : Mathematics for Business A (BL)

Is included in these courses of study

• Bridging Programme: Master of Business Administration (Kortrijk) 61 ects.