eco1iqn introduction to quantitative analysis
INTRODUCTION TO QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS
ECO1IQN
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In Quantitative Analysis, you will understand how to use and interpret mathematical tools along with their various applications in economics, finance and business. You will learn about number systems, functions, linear equations, non-linear equations, linear algebra, univariate differential calculus, multivariate differential calculus, unconstrained optimisation and equality-constrained optimisation; with each illustrated using applications from economics, finance and business studies.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJoanna Poyago-Theotoky
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
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PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsECO2IQA
Equivalent subjectsECO2IQA
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsIf you have not done VCE Maths then it is advised to seek some additional tutorial support to succeed in this subject.
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Essential mathematics for economics and business
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorBradley, Teresa
Year2013
Edition/Volumefourth edition
PublisherJOHN WILEY AND SONS GREAT BRITAIN
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
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WBL addtional requirementsN/A
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJoanna Poyago-Theotoky
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 11 - 22
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 3-hour final examination ( 3000 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
| One written assignment (1,500 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| Completion of in-tutorial skill development activities (500 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |