Mathematics and Business Studies BSc (Joint Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In Liverpool
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Bachelor's degree
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Liverpool
This programme combines Mathematics and Business Studies in equal proportions, so is ideal if you want to pursue Mathematics to a high level and also take advantage of the Business Studies programmes. The options available in Mathematics are very wide and you can to a large extent follow your own interests in the subject, specialising in the Pure side or taking Applied modules as well as those in Statistics and Operational Research. In Year One, you will take Calculus, Complex Numbers and Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, Statistics, Introduction to Financial Accounting, Introduction to Management Accounting, IT for Business, and Economic Principles for Business and Markets. Department Key Facts Number of first year students197 Year One undergraduates in 2015 Graduate prospects89.1% of our graduates are employed or in further study within six months of graduating (Destination of Leavers from Higher Education 2012/13) National Student Survey87% of our students agree staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2015) Why this subject? Take the first steps towards a brilliant career. Employers tell us that, alongside key problem solving skills, they want strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team – so we have ensured that these are integral to our Mathematics programmes. As a result, we have an excellent graduate employment record. About a third of graduates become business and finance professionals; but there is a whole host of other careers which our graduates have found success in – management training, information technology, further education or training (including teacher training), and scientific research and development – and many more. ...
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A level offerABB
Subject requirementsMathematics A level grade A. BTECD*DD in relevant diploma, when combined with A Level Mathematics grade A International Baccalaureate33 including 6 in higher Mathematics. Irish Leaving CertificateA1, A1, B1, B1 (including Maths at A1). Scottish Higher/Advanced HigherNot accepted without Advanced Highers. Advanced Welsh BaccalaureateAccepted, including A level Mathematics at grade A and another A level at grade B.
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Subjects
- Management
- Business Studies
- Problem Solving
- Financial Accounting
- Market
- Credit
- Basic
- Accounting
- IT
- Basic IT training
- Basic IT
- Statistics
- Mathematics
- Supply
- Calculus
- Algebra
- Accounting MBA
- Financial
- Joint
- Management Accounting
- Financial Training
- IT Management
- GCSE Mathematics
- Skills and Training
Course programme
You will take (a-c), (f), (g) and the business studies modules Introduction to Financial Accounting, Introduction to Management Accounting and Economic Principles for Business and Markets.
Compulsory modules- Calculus I (MATH101) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester First Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 80:20 Aims
1. To introduce the basic ideas of differential and integral calculus, to develop the basic skills required to work with them and to apply these skills to a range of problems.
2. To introduce some of the fundamental concepts and techniques of real analysis, including limits and continuity.
3. To introduce the notions of sequences and series and of their convergence.
Learning OutcomesAfter completing the module students should be able to:
· differentiate and integrate a wide range of functions;
· sketch graphs and solve problems involving optimisation and mensuration;
· understand the notions of sequence and series and apply a range of tests to determine if a series is convergent.
- Calculus Ii (MATH102) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester Second Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 80:20 Aims
· To discuss local behaviour of functions using Taylor’s theorem.
· To introduce multivariable calculus including partial differentiation, gradient, extremum values and double integrals.
Learning OutcomesAfter completing the module, students should be able to:
· use Taylor series to obtain local approximations to functions;
· obtain partial derivatives and use them in several applications such as, error analysis, stationary points change of variables;
· evaluate double integrals using Cartesian and polar co-ordinates.
- Introduction To Linear Algebra (MATH103) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester First Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 80:20 Aims
- To develop techniques of complex numbers and linear algebra, including equation solving, matrix arithmetic and the computation of eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
- To develop geometrical intuition in 2 and 3 dimensions.
- To introduce students to the concept of subspace in a concrete situation.
- To provide a foundation for the study of linear problems both within mathematics and in other subjects.
After completing the module students should be ableto:
- manipulate complex numbers and solve simple equations involving them
- solve arbitrary systems of linear equations;
- understand and use matrix arithmetic, including the computation of matrix inverses;
- compute and use determinants;
- understand and use vector methods in the geometry of 2 and 3 dimensions;
- calculate eigenvalues and eigenvectors and, if time permits, apply these calculations to the geometry of conics and quadrics.
- Introduction To Statistics (MATH162) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester Second Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 80:20 Aims
To introduce topics in Statistics and to describe and discuss basic statistical methods.
To describe the scope of the application of these methods.
Learning OutcomesAfter completing this module students should be able
- to describe statistical data;
- to use the Binomial, Poisson, Exponential and Normal distributions;
- to perform simple goodness-of-fit tests;
- to use the package Minitab to present data, and to make statistical analysis.
- Mathematical It Skills (MATH111) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester First Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 0:100 Aims
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To acquire key mathematics-specific computer skills.
To reinforce mathematics as a practical discipline by active experience and experimentation, using the computer as a tool.
To illustrate and amplify mathematical concepts and techniques.
To initiate and develop modelling skills.
To initiate and develop problem solving, group work and report writing skills.
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To develop employability skills
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After completing the module, students should be able to
- tackle project work, including writing up of reports detailing their solutions to problems;
- use computers to create documents containing formulae, tables, plots and references;
- use MAPLE to manipulate mathematical expressions and to solve simple problems,
- better understand the mathematical topics covered, through direct experimentation with the computer.
After completing the module, students should be able to
- list skills required by recruiters of graduates in mathematical sciences;
- recognise what constitutes evidence for those skills;
- identify their own skills gaps and plan to develop their skills.
- Introduction To Financial Accounting (ACFI101) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester First Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 70:30 Aims
To develop knowledge and understanding of the underlying principles and concepts relating to financial accounting and technical proficiency in the use of double entry accounting techniques in recording transactions, adjusting financial records and preparing basic financial statements.
Learning OutcomesPrepare basic financial statements
Explain the context and purpose of financial reporting
Demonstrate the use of double entry and accounting systems
Record transactions and events
Prepare a trial balance
- Introduction To Management Accounting (ACFI102) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester Second Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 100:0 Aims
The aim of this module is to introduce students to the nature and purpose of management accounting and to establish a sound foundation in its fundamental techniques.
Learning Outcomes Understand, interpret and analyse management accounting information, and demonstrate an awareness of the importance of non-financial factors;
Evaluate the usefulness of various techniques in different situations and for different purposes.
- Economic Principles for Business and Markets (ECON127) Level 1 Credit level 15 Semester First Semester Exam:Coursework weighting 80:20 Aims
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To en able students to demonstrate an understanding of the core principles of microeconomics including:
- The dynamic nature of supply and demand
- The efficient opperation of markets and when they fail
- How firms reach output decisions, interact and attain levels of profit under different market conditions
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To enable students to demonstrate an understanding of the core principles of macroeconomics including:
- The aggregation of demand and supply in the economy to measure an economy''s output;
- The business cycle and behaviour and interaction of the big macroeconomic indicators: Growth; Unemployment; Inflation; Balance of payments & Exchange rates;
- To enable students to demonstrate an understanding of the global economic environment
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To enable students to understand the impact of modern economics on day-to-day business operations
An understanding of how the market price of goods and services is determined by supply and demand and how markets respond to changes in circumstances, measures of responsiveness and price control;
An understanding of how firms’ costs of production and revenue are considered to find points of profit maximisation;
An understanding of different Market environments – Specified by degree of competition in industries (perfect competition, monopoly, monopolistic competition, oligopoly); as well as strategic interactions arising such as game theory and price discrimination;
An understanding of why markets fail to achieve social efficiency;
An understanding of the theory of the whole economy 1 (macroeconomic objectives; the national income);
An understanding of the theory of the whole economy 2 (aggregate supply and demand, short-term fluctuations, economic growth); An understanding of the global economy, the gains from international trade as well as the arguments for restricting trade. -
The modules listed above are illustrative and subject to change. Please refer to the department site for further information
Mathematics and Business Studies BSc (Joint Hons)