ETC2440 Mathematics for economics and business
Faculty of Business and Economics
ETC2440 Mathematics for economics and business is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2020 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It needs ETF1100, FIT1006, ETS1102, SCI1020, ETB1100, ETW1000, STA1010, ETC1000 or ETW1100 and unlocks 3 units, leading on to 9 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ETC2440
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
- ETF1100Business statisticsNo reviews yet
- FIT1006Business information analysisNo reviews yet
- ETS1102Business statisticsNo reviews yet
- SCI1020Introduction to statistical reasoningRated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review
- ETB1100Business statisticsNo reviews yet
- ETW1000Business and economic statisticsNo reviews yet
- STA1010Statistical methods for scienceNo reviews yet
- ETC1000Business and economic statisticsNo reviews yet
- ETW1100Introduction to business analyticsNo reviews yet
After ETC2440
3 units list ETC2440 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
If students are enrolled in course B6001 or B6014, there is no prerequisite.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
This unit introduces mathematical techniques that are invaluable tools for econometrics, economics, finance, and business. Topics covered include matrix algebra, linear simultaneous equations and the LU decomposition, eigenvalues and the Schur decomposition, random vectors; optimisation, including the Lagrange multiplier method, partial differentiation, multiple integration, difference and differential equations. Some emphasis will be given to the use of computer programs for performing matrix calculations.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
provide a practical training in basic mathematics needed for the study of econometrics
- 2
examine the calculus of many variables and its application in econometrics and business statistics
- 3
have a basic understanding of matrix algebra
- 4
provide a training in the use of mathematical software.
Workload and teaching
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
Where it fits
ETC2440 is part of 3 areas of study in the 2020 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Mr John Stapleton
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ETC2440?
You need ETF1100, FIT1006, ETS1102, SCI1020, ETB1100, ETW1000, STA1010, ETC1000 or ETW1100 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after ETC2440?
ETC2440 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including ETC3510, MTH3241 and MTH3330. Those lead on to 9 units in all.
When is ETC2440 offered?
In 2020, ETC2440 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
How much work is ETC2440?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Which majors and minors include ETC2440?
ETC2440 is part of Actuarial studies and Econometrics.