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Course Description
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Course Name
Economics Quantitatively Treated 1
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Host University
Kingston University
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Location
London, England
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Area of Study
Algebra, Calculus, Economics
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Credits
4 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course Content:
This module provides an introduction to mathematical and statistical techniques;
students are prompted to appreciate how mathematical reasoning is used in economics
and develop skills in the numerical, graphical and statistical analysis of economic data.Topics covered include:
? Introductory maths and basic algebra
? Linear functions
? Applications of linear equations in economics
? Non-linear equations
? Calculus
? Sources of data and sampling methodologies
? Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics.
? Calculation and interpretation of measures of location and variation
? Introduction to the normal probability distribution
? Probability theory and statistical inference
? The application of elementary smoothing and decomposition methods to
time-series data.
? Construction and interpretation of index numbers.Teaching: Lectures and seminars
Assessment:
STUDY OPTION 1:
? 1 hour in-class Test
? 1500 word Report
? 2 hour Exam
STUDY OPTION 2:
Alternative assessment (tbc)Study Option 1 = Whole Year
Study Option 2 = Autumn
Study Option 3 = Spring/summer
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