| CODE | ECN5141 | ||||||
| TITLE | Advanced Mathematics for Economists | ||||||
| UM LEVEL | 05 - Postgraduate Modular Diploma or Degree Course | ||||||
| MQF LEVEL | Not Applicable | ||||||
| ECTS CREDITS | 6 | ||||||
| DEPARTMENT | Economics | ||||||
| DESCRIPTION | The course is intended to equip students with the mathematical techniques necessary for the study of economics and econometrics at an advanced level. The course will consist of the presentation of mathematical techniques centred around specific examples from economic and econometric theory. Topics will include: matrix algebra and its applications, differentiation and applications to comparative static analysis, optimization and equilibrium analysis, economic applications of integration and differential equations, linear programming, cost benefit analysis, mathematics of game theory and dynamic optimization. Reading List - Chiang, A. Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics, Norton. - Dixit, Avinash K. Optimization in Economic Theory, Oxford University Press - Gibbons, R. A Primer in Game Theory, New York: Harvester Wheatsheaf |
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| STUDY-UNIT TYPE | Lecture | ||||||
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The availability of optional units may be subject to timetabling constraints. Units not attracting a sufficient number of registrations may be withdrawn without notice. It should be noted that all the information in the description above applies to study-units available during the academic year 2025/6. It may be subject to change in subsequent years. |
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