Mathematics for minor Finance

Uitgebreide vaknaam	Mathematics for minor Finance
Leerdoelen	Upon completion of the course the student is able to: 1. Write logical mathematical argumentation. 2. Use the key concepts and techniques from algebra. 3. Analyze the properties of functions of one variable. 4. Solve optimization problems for functions of one variable. 5. Differentiate functions of several variables. 6. Use the basic rules of integral calculus. 7. Understand and apply the basics of matrix algebra and vector algebra.
Omschrijving	The objective of this course is to learn the mathematical tools necessary to understand topics covered within the minor Finance. The course begins with topics in algebra and solving equations. Students learn the techniques of differentiation and integration and learn to work with interest rates and present values. The course also aims to make students sufficiently familiar with matrix algebra and calculus as preparation for the course Econometrics for Minor Finance.
Uren per week	4
Onderwijsvorm	-hoorcollege ,  -werkcollege
Toetsvorm	-individuele opdracht,  -schriftelijk tentamen (open vragen)
Vaksoort	bachelor
Coördinator	dr. G.T.J. Zwart
Docent(en)	J.E. Knol ,dr. G.T.J. Zwart
Verplichte literatuur	Titel Auteur ISBN Prijs Essential Mathematics for Economic Analysis, 5th edition. Sydsaeter, Knut, Peter Hammond, Arne Strom, Andres Carvajal 1292074612 ca. €  84,00
Entreevoorwaarden	Students should preferably have knowledge of mathematics at the level of A2 or B1, VWO, final examination.
Opmerkingen	For more information contact the coordinator: g.t.j.zwart@rug.nl, +31 50 3635389 Secretary: Ellie Jelsema; e-mail e.t.jelsema@rug.nl, phone +31 (0)50 363 3685, room 5411.0836.
Opgenomen in	Opleiding Jaar Periode Type BSc Bedrijfskunde/Bdk  (minor Finance) 3 semester I a verplicht BSc International Business/IB  (minor Finance) 3 semester I a verplicht