Economics

Introduction to Mathematics for Finance and Economics

Module code: L1054
Level 4
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Multiple choice questions, Coursework

The aims of this module are to introduce you to the basic mathematical methods and techniques used in economic analysis, and to enable the confident and independent use of these skills. The skills also have a transferable content and are useful in other disciplines and applications.

Module learning outcomes

• To understand basic mathematical methods and techniques used in economics, finance and business.
• To apply the mathematical methods to understand and solve economics, finance and business problems.
• To understand how excel works and use the software to understand and solve mathematical problems in economics, finance and business.