The course tries to revive and extend the basic mathematical knowledge acquired in previous studies that often is asleep due to lack of practice. In addition to the acquisition of mathematical concepts, the course also aims to develop a critical mind and a way of approaching with rigour and precision the problems encountered by the economist and the manager.
The course provides an introduction to various important mathematical concepts that will be used in future courses:
1. Functions of one variable: study of functions commonly used in economics: exponential, logarithms, etc. 2. Limits, asymptotes and continuity: introduction to the concept of limit and continuity. 3. Derivability: study of first and second derivatives and their role in the study of a function and in the resolution of optimization problems. 4. Integral: study of the primitivation and calculation of defined integrals and flat areas. 5. Functions of several variables: partial derivation and optimization problems (without constraints and with one equality constraint (Lagrange multipliers)).
Optional refresher sessions and exercises to accompany the course are provided by a teaching assistant. The exercises covered in these sessions are similar to those proposed in the syllabus.
The exam is taken in the form of an open-book written exam on Webcampus, i.e. students can bring their syllabus, slides, form and course notes with them
(with the exception of corrections from previous years' exams). The use of a calculator is strongly recommended.
The exam includes exercises similar to those covered in the course, in which students must demonstrate their ability to use mathematical tools wisely.
Presentation materials:
The presentation slides are available on Webcampus. These slides cover the theory and exercises seen in the course.
A complete syllabus is available to students. It includes both theory and numerous exercises.
Examination papers from previous years are available on Webcampus.
Sources:
SYDSAETER K., HAMMOND P., Mathématiques pour l'économie 4th edition, Pearson, 2014.
SIMON C., BLUME L., Mathématiques pour économistes, De Boeck Université, 1998.
| Training | Study programme | Block | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Economics and Management (Evenings and Weekends Schedule) | Standard | 0 | 7 | |
| Formation complémentaire en économie | Standard | 0 | 5 | |
| Formation complémentaire en gestion | Standard | 0 | 5 | |
| Bachelor in Law | Standard | 0 | 5 | |
| Formation complémentaire en économie | Standard | 1 | 5 | |
| Formation complémentaire en gestion | Standard | 1 | 5 | |
| Formation complémentaire en gestion | Standard | 2 | 5 | |
| Bachelor in Law | Standard | 2 | 5 | |
| Bachelor in Economics and Management (Evenings and Weekends Schedule) | Standard | 2 | 7 | |
| Bachelor in Law | Standard | 3 | 5 |