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This entry is from Winter semester 2020/21 and might be obsolete. You can find a current equivalent here.
Small Specialization Module Business Mathematics b
(dt. Kleines wirtschaftsmathematisches Vertiefungsmodul b)
Level, degree of commitment | Specialization module, compulsory elective module |
Forms of teaching and learning, workload |
Lecture (3 SWS), recitation class (1 SWS), 180 hours (60 h attendance, 120 h private study) |
Credit points, formal requirements |
6 CP Course requirement(s): Successful completion of at least 50 percent of the points from the weekly exercises. Examination type: Written or oral examination |
Language, Grading |
German,The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program M.Sc. Business Mathematics. |
Duration, frequency |
One semester, irregular |
Person in charge of the module's outline | Prof. Dr. Markus Bibinger, Prof. Dr. Hajo Holzmann |
Contents
In this module, mathematical methods that were covered by the basic and advanced modules, are applied to various current issues in the field of business administration or economics. The concrete contents of the module vary and will be stated in the announcement of the specific lecture. The assignment to a specific focus may also depend on the respective content of the module.
Qualification Goals
The students shall
- get in touch with current research results,
- learn how to deal with research literature,
- gain insight into new applications of mathematical methods for economic problems,
- deepen their knowledge of business mathematics in a special field.
Prerequisites
None. The competences taught in the following modules are recommended: either Foundations of Mathematics and Linear Algebra I and Linear Algebra II or Basic Linear Algebra, either Analysis I and Analysis II or Basic Real Analysis. In addition, the competences that are taught in the intermediate modules (depending on the topic) are recommended.
Applicability
Module imported from M.Sc. Business Mathematics.
It can be attended at FB12 in study program(s)
- B.Sc. Business Mathematics
- M.Sc. Business Mathematics
When studying B.Sc. Business Mathematics, this module can be attended in the study area Specialization Modules.
The module is assigned to the focus area Numerics/Optimisation. Further information on eligibility can be found in the description of the study area.
Recommended Reading
- Depending on topic
Please note:
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