First year module
Lecturer: Ralph Bailey
The application of mathematical methods to the applied subject of economics. Introductions to optimization, Game theory and probability. Fundamental methods of mathematical economics and econometrics.
Learning outcomes
On completion of these linked modules the student will be able to: understand optimization and probability, as used in economics and econometrics, to a good introductory standard, and use the fundamental definitions of game theory and matrix algebra. The linked module studies economies, econometrics and finance using matrix methods.
Assessment
3hr exam