Welcome to the website of the course Mathematical Methods for Economics and Business (ECO10002) at City College of New York!
Course Description
This is a Mathematical Methods for Economics and Business course. It provides students with a clear exposition of the essential mathematical tools and techniques frequently used to solve problems in economics. Instruction will combine traditional “chalk and talk” lectures with slide presentations and be supplemented by regular take-home assignments and in-class quizzes. The main topics include college algebra and calculus, with emphasis on functions, differentiation, limits, integration, multivariable functions, and optimization.
Why Math?
Prerequisites/Role in Curriculum
Prerequisites/Role in Curriculum: Economics and Management majors are required to complete math up through one semester of Calculus. This course may be taken in lieu of Precalculus (Math 195) and Calculus (Math 201 or 205) in satisfaction of the Department requirement. College Algebra (Math 190 or placement) at CCNY, or equivalent) is the course prerequisite. It is recommended that students take this course as soon as possible when they begin coursework toward an Economics or Management major, as it will be a prerequisite for all courses about the 100-levelю