Mathematics for Economics at Master's Level, 7.5 credits
(Matematik för nationalekonomi på avancerad nivå, 7,5 högskolepoäng)
| Course code | 1128NE |
|---|---|
| Subject area | Economics |
| Main field of study | Economics |
| Progressive specialisation | A1N (Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements) |
| Academic school | School of Social Sciences |
| Disciplary domain |
Social sciences 100%
|
| Grading scale | AF |
| Education cycle | Second-cycle (Master) |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Valid from | Autumn semester 2020 |
Validation
This course syllabus was validated by the Management Board of the School of Social Sciences at Södertörn University on 2020-01-23 according to the stipulations in the Higher Education Ordinance.
Entry requirements
Degree of Bachelor of Science in Economics, and English B or the equivalent. Or Degree of Bachelor of Science in a social science, and English B, Mathematics C or equivalent qualifications
Learning outcomes
On completing the course, the student can:
- Understand and apply mathematical concepts used in economics
- Construct and interpret basic economic models using mathematical formalism
- Use mathematical formalism to analyse economic problems
- Analyse economic data using basic statistical concepts
Course content, modules and examinations
The course covers the following: algebra, linear and non-linear equation systems, function of one and several variables, exponential and logarithmic functions, first and second order differentiation, partial differentiation, constrained and unconstrained optimisation, basic statistical concepts, basic probability theory, ordinary least square estimators.
1001,
Mathematics for Economics at Master Level,
7.5 credits
(Matematik för nationalekonomi på avancerad nivå,
7,5 högskolepoäng)
Grades permitted:
AF
Course design
The course consists of lectures and seminars.
Examination format
Written examination
The grading criteria are distributed prior to the start of a course or module.
If a student has a certificate from Södertörn University for compensatory support, the examiner has the right to decide on an adapted examination or alternative form of examination in accordance with Södertörn University's regulations.
Restrictions on accreditation
The course may not be accredited as part of a degree if the contents are partly or wholly the same as a course previously taken in Sweden or elsewhere.