Matematiikka ja tilastotiede liiketaloudessa (5 cr)
Code: LX00BX57-3021
General information
Enrollment
02.05.2019 - 27.08.2019
Timing
19.08.2019 - 13.12.2019
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Liiketalous
Campus
Leiritie 1
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business and Logistics
Teachers
- Pertti Vilpas
Teacher in charge
Pertti Vilpas
Groups
-
LXC19_AHalf of LXC19 cohorts present, GROUP A
Objective
The student is familiar with basic mathematical concepts and how they are applied to real world business situations. The student is familiar with the most relevant calculations related to finance and investment decisions. The student understands the fundamentals of statistical analysis and interpreting statistical results. The student is able analyze data and apply appropriate statistical techniques.
Content
- Percentages
- Indices
- Time Value of Money
- Interest and compound interest calculations
- Basic statistical analysis
- Distribution and descriptive statistics
- Relationships between variables
- Basics of Excel and SPSS
Materials
e-books:
Business Math Demystified
Beyond the Numbers : Making Sense of Statistics
Excel Data Analysis, Visual BluePrint
Teaching methods
Interactive lecture, guided assignments, final exam
Further information
Tuition in English
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students have achieved the course objectives fairly. Students will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students have achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Students are able to define the course concepts and models and are able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply their knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in the field of business and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students have achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Students master commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. Students are able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The students are well prepared to apply their knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. Students are able to analyze the business sector expertise and the evolvement of their own expertise.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Sufficient performance:
showing just enough understanding of the subject to merit a pass grade but requiring greater effort to achieve a more satisfactory result
Assessment methods and criteria
Homework assignments, project, final exam
Qualifications
None