Introduction to Mathematical Economics
General
Prefix
ECON
Course Number
486
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
Herberger Business School
Description
Application of mathematical tools to the problems of micro and macro economic theory.
Prerequisites
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Define and identify mathematical tools and concepts such as functions, derivatives, optimization, and matrix algebra.
Outcome
Associate such abstract mathematical concepts with economics.
Outcome
Apply mathematical tools and concepts to economic and statistical issues discussed in macroeconomics, microeconomics, and econometrics.
Outcome
Differentiate the more abstract approach of mathematics from the more intuitive approach of economics.
Outcome
Evaluate economic models using rigorous mathematical techniques.
Dependencies
Courses
ECON486
is a
prerequisite
for:
Programs
ECON486
is a
completion requirement
for: