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Module Specifications

Archived Version 2022 - 2023

Module Title
Module Code
School
Online Module Resources
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

Learning Outcomes

1. Construct and apply mathematical models of problems in economics, business and finance using elementary mathematical functions.
2. Construct and interpret graphs of economic functions for specific classes of mathematical functions, using differential calculus when required.
3. Interpret and apply derivatives, including partial derivatives, of economic functions (marginal functions), especially in optimization problems.
4. Interpret and apply the compound interest formula to solve problems in mathematical finance.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Online activity	20	No Description
Lecture	10	No Description
Tutorial	10	No Description
Independent Study	85	No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	%	Examination Weight	%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
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Indicative Reading List

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